Perfect!
I reefed too early - its was fresh when I started out and quickly calmed. I know a wind change was imminent which would bring stronger South Westerly winds.
Rear cabin sole finished and installed.
Several coats of gloss before a light sand.
Engine bay cover.
Six coats including the finishing coat of Satin Matte.
Autopilot working well in the swell
Gusting to 30 knots - two reefs in and handling well.
Lamp lit ready for bed time reading.
Nora keeping me company.
The oil lamp casts a lovely glow down under.
Sandy Bay reflections.
Casino through the Dorade glass.
Wrest Point tower reflected in the Dorade Cowl vent.
Wrest Point - rocket powered Thermos!
A perfect place to anchor and rest
Sunset over Mt Nelson
From Peter Robyn
Derwent view
The tranquil river - my "mattress" for the night.