October 24th

Threeships
Shaun and Ainur Weaver
Fri 24 Oct 2014 09:35
1330GMT Oct 24th
26 14.6S 048 55.0E Course 245T Speed 6 kts
Last night was a wild one. The forecast 23kts from the north were increase to 40+ under the frequent squall clouds - one boat reported gusts of 50 - anyway we ran SSW before it under reefed staysail and had a relatively comfortable night although my off watch dreams were occasionally invaded by sensations of weightlessness and flying. This morning we tried the new 4th reef in the main which work well though we found it prudent to take it down when the wind toppd 40 kts and the seas began to invade the cockpit. Conditions have moderated since and we're expecting light head winds tomorrow. Change is as good as a rest - nearly. Curry for dinner tonight and all well on board.