Single-handed 5-7-2011

After a rough week at work, I took the opportunity to head out for a sail. Winds were pretty steady at 7-10 knots with some occasional puffs to 14 knots. I enjoyed some lunch and some blue light specials during my 17.3 NM journey! Great day to be out on the water.

Heading toward Thomas Point Lighthouse at 4.9 knots

This is Thomas Point Lighthouse, about 6 or 7 miles South from Annapolis

A video of my approach to TPL:

Leaving TPL to stern:

Prem Veena, a container ship from Singapore anchored just outside the shipping channel

229 meters by 32 meters (751 foot LOA, 105' Beam, just under 83,000 Tons dead weight)

Here is a video of Prem Veena:

First Sail 4.30.2011

Last Saturday, Eileen and I went for a quick sail before she headed to Denver. When we reached the mouth of the Severn River, we were greeted by 18+ knots of wind, a little more than I was expecting. Eileen took the helm and I quickly reduced sail. Although it was a bit chilly and windy, it was certainly great to be out on the Bay!

After furling the head sail, we sailed East under Main only. Still an impressive speed at 6.5 knots!

This is pretty fast for Domingoman! 7.8 knots is about 1.3 knots above hull speed.