Coral Sea Position Update - 1200 (UTC +11) Day 2

Vega
Hugh and Annie
Wed 19 Sep 2018 01:22
15:50.24S 164:38.29E
COG 230T
SOG 6.5kts
Wind ESE 6
Sea mod/rough
Vis good
Baro 1016 rising slowly

Genoa with 1 reef, mainsail 3 reefs
Crossing swells from S and SE making for lumpy sea
Passage windier and more uncomfortable than anticipated
Hydrovane rudder was locked when we noted the speed yesterday. When unlocked the speed shot up to 8kts! Reduced sail and speed overnight for more comfortable ride.