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We crossed back into the northern hemisphere this morning, toasting Neptune and having ourselves a small rum to celebrate. It’s been just over a year since we crossed into the south at the Galapagos islands.

 

The trip up from Noronha has been a light wind affair so far, with quite a large adverse current. That should change within the next few days to give us up to two knots in the right direction. I’m pleased to say that Bob’s back is much better having rested it and with a bit of care we shouldn’t have to shoot him before we get to Grenada. Another thing that has improved enormously is the fishing. The day before yesterday we caught a Yellow Fin Tuna, followed by a Wahoo and then a Mahi Mahi, all in the space of twenty minutes. I think that scores as some kind of tropical ‘Mc Nab’. The lines are definitely ‘in’ while we finish that lot.

 

A Brazilian fishing boat came very close to us this morning, turning to get a better look as we passed. It’s always a bit nerve wracking when it happens so far offshore as you’re never sure of their intentions. There are reports of piracy along this coast so it’s always a good idea to keep a distance.