Sept 23: Monterey to Half Moon Bay

We are leaving at a more normal time as we are expecting a to make Half Moon Bay in the late afternoon.   However, we hit gale force winds (up to 38MPH) in our face for a few hours and our speed slipped from 6-7 MPH to 1-2 MPH.  More whales and dolphins were seen during our day.  We entered Half Moon Bay after it was dark and finding the harbor was certainly a challenge.   Our slip is amongst a bevy of fishing boats.  We lost our mizzen sail early as it ripped out.   We use the mizzen to help stabilize the boat as we are rocked by swells and waves.   We now have a blown out main and mizzen sails.  Both seem to be repairable.

Kevin is now at the helm....notice the rough seas.