Sam Davies’ daily log - Lesson learned the hard way
"Hello from NW of the Azores High!
Well, my fears have been confirmed: the easterly option was not the best one! Since making the decision, when the forecasts showed I would get around the high to the east, the high pressure decided otherwise, stretching out east quickly. Already committed, my only option was to pass under it and accept the consequences so I could get into the westerly winds as quick as possible.
So last night Roxy and I were 'parked up' as the high passed over. It was extremely frustrating, but as it is a consequence of my decision, I must deal with it. I had been hoping for a little zephyr to keep moving with, but no luck!
Fortunately, there have been a lot of little jobs and checks to do before the final sprint downwind to Les Sables, so I kept myself busy yesterday afternoon and now Roxy is ready for the fun downhill ride! I have managed to get some sleep too, which is not easy when there is no wind.
The first puffs of wind are now coming back and I am ready for a hard morning of 'wind catching' as we continue our painfully slow progress towards the breeze.
As I said, this is most definitely a lesson I'm learning the hard way. I find myself constantly apologising to Roxy for having slowed her down unneccessarily!
S x"
At 1100 UK time, Sam Davies aboard Roxy was in 4th position, 1,684 miles from the finish line in Les Sables d’Olonne, France
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