So we finished TransPac 2017 at one minute before sunset (1915) last evening. We achieved just over 200 nm in the 24 hours despite some rather difficult light airs condition during the night. But come the dawn, "A Watch" were hit by two squalls which set up the day with gusts of over 34 knots. Zephyr leapt into action and from that moment we averaged over 9 knots in a breeze which rarely deserted us. Our loyal Code one red spinnaker did not let us down.

The final ride into the finish was utterly unforgettable as we surfed at speeds up to 16 knots in fanastic conditions almost dead downwind. We had to gybe twice as katabatic winds poured off the coast and Diamond Head came into view.

The organisers had laid on a very special welcome for each boat was they came into Honolulu Marina with pinapples full of Maitai and flowers for the . Each boat has been allocated a family to look after them and the reception was incredible - AlooooHaaaa!

So I am signing off but I know our skipper wants to say a few words which no doubt will follow later. Thank you Micky - our ride on Zephyr was a wonderful experience and we wish you well for your future adventures.

Chris C

Sailing doen't make the world go round Sailing is what makes the ride worthwhile

With sincerest of apologies to Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861)