The passage across to Jersey was an interesting one, we started off with BFT 3-4 SW and light to moderate sea, but after leaving the lee of Guernsey East coast we were soon exposed to strong SW 5-6 and an Atlantic swell of 3m. Boat speed was good at 8.5 knots so at least we wouldn't have to tolerate the constant roll for too long.
Hendrix just out of St Peter Port, with Sark in the distance.
After approximately 15 miles the wind decreased and veered, the sea levelled to a gentle swell of about 1m, 8-10sec intervals and we settled down to a broad reach, still achieving 6 knots SOG. Once we reached the shelter of Jersey the wind had all but gone and the sea became calm, so motor on - what a difference a few miles can make.
Condor Fast Cat leaving St Helier as we arrive.
Having arrived just in time for the best weather so far on this journey, we decided to take a cycle tour of Jersey to see some of the less known tourest spots.
Tour de Jersey on the fold up bikes + Jim & Taff in the basket.
We managed about 10 miles of up hill and down dale, before deciding it was time for a Jersey style lunch, so Bob booked us into the best in town. ( 2 x bottles of wine, fish, oysters, lamb and Jersey royals)