João Nogueira

The return journey was a comfortable and faster downwind sail. With the same consistent North-East trade winds averaging Force 3 to 5 , the boat would have been carried by the swell, eliminating the constant pounding and providing a much smoother ride. Note: Weather and sea state report was generated by Gemini.

This passage was an upwind battle against the prevailing North-East trade winds, which were consistent at Force 3 to 5, with gusts reaching up to Force 6 during squalls. The most challenging aspect was the sea state, as you were sailing into a significant North Atlantic swell from the north or north-northwest, with waves of 2-3 meters and a short period of around 8 seconds, causing the boat to constantly slam and pound. Note: Weather and sea state summary generated by Gemini.