Team Seacats

Lucky Friday 13th and the cats took a port start off the beach at Fernandina with the wind from the East. It was another light air start but the sea breeze should fill in again for them as it did yesterday, so hopefully it will turn into an interesting enough day in that respect. It will most certainly be the most challenging leg of the race from a tactical standpoint for a number of reasons. At 98 miles, a good number of them contain shoals and areas containing possible debris that may be encountered by those who choose to stick closer to shore. Some teams may opt to sail the rhumb line to Tybee, which may or may not pay off. The area is also a breeding ground for hammerhead sharks. As SailMax I broke through the waves, it seemed as if they were trying to get out into deeper water right away, while SailMax II hugged the shoreline almost to the point of remaining in the breakers. Still, the latter team was making good time as they sailed out of sight and staying with the usual leaders, while the rest of the pack were huddled together. That was the situation as the Ground Crews all got on the road for the last chase up the road. Unfortunately, Team Morada aren’t able to make the repairs necessary to be able to continue the race; but their team will still be there tonight to welcome everyone back and celebrate the end of the race. We’re hoping to get in early enough to enjoy a little time on the beach. I love Tybee Island!