Ariel #24

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Only two boats made it to the Ilses because there were steady 40 mile an hour winds gusting to 50mph... I had the storm jib up and double reefed the main and she sailed like a dream.... I was very impressed...

I went out last weekend in 1/2 the weather you describe, with the same set up, and was also very impressed with how well Sea Glass behaved and took care of us. I was thinking of starting a dedicated "reefing" thread and ask for everyone's input and pics of their reefing setups. But now, I should get back to work and stop daydreaming.

BTW, thanks for the inspirational update Tim! I hereby declare that Sea Glass will venture forth for at least a week next Summer with her crew of 4! Perhaps we can meet up then.

PS. Love this pic! It's like Archimedes is a beacon in the anchorage. (Also like the wide-angle one. Nicely framed...)