Light wind sail in Holyhead Bay

Mark Rosenthal

Sam had been to the try a sail day at Holyhead and wanted to come out for a try on a yacht. The forecast F2 winds didn't materialise at first so we gave Sam a walk through FlairIV before raising the main and leaving the mooring. As we motored out of the New Harbour the winds were very variable from 0kt to 3 5kt much of which was our SOG. Following being granted permission to cross the TSZ we headed to Clipera buoy before turning to port to sail north. We sailed close to Live Wire before shutting down the engine to catch what little breeze was available. As can be seen from the track the tide played a significant role in determining our course. The tide turned at around 12:40. After lunch we turned and return towards Clipera and welcomed the 10kt winds to sail across the TSZ back into the New Harbour.