update

Finally back in GSM coverage. We have had a pretty dry last 24 hours. We made a decision to go offshore when we were amongst the Aldermans.

We pushed to the east under large fraction kite before gybing back and gradually getting knocked down to the mark.

The sailing conditions have been beautiful. White Island put on a great show of steam as we passed this morning.

We exited White Island, and have been sailing under no 1 and full main, waiting for wind to disappear, but as yet it has not. Predcit wind shows a

large wind shadow off Colville and we are currently  sailing low to be offshore when we get to it.

All well onboard, Rob is happy!