Remedy of Mylor - Half way down!

We're rafted up three abreast in Peniche, which is about the half way point of the Baiona to Lagos section of the rally.How to condense the last week into one log entry?It's been chock full of experiences, with some wonderful sailing and busy days in port.The first two legs, the first from Baiona to Povoa de Varzim, and the short hop from there to Porto, gave us some scintillating downwind sailing - and we finally got to fly our cruising chute (red and yellow!).Porto itself was a highlight, such a vibrant and atmospheric place, all of the crews packed into six tuk tuks weaving through the busy streets.We were also treated to a tasting session at the Churchill's port lodge before having a wander by ourselves around the city.At a cafe by the river, we watched as young lads, after much. read more...

Remedy of Mylor - Rain rain go away...

This morning the fleet viewer shows that some of the boats are on the move - great news!There are only so many jobs you can find to do, and Tim has already had a lovely time dismantling the shower and putting it back together again...(Source of the leak remains a mystery). The wind has died down a lot but it is very wet out there still.Last night we were treated to a tapas and drinks party at the Club which was originally intended for the crews of a cancelled Classic Boats Regatta.This followed a very convivial three-crew dinner on Friday night - I can only imagine what the noise levels will be like once all fifteen boats are together.... read more...

Remedy of Mylor - Log Day 6 (Day 2 for us!) - from a blustery Baiona

The first of the other rally boats, Nikita and Salmo Salar, arrived in Baiona yesterday morning, so the rally has now officially begun for us.Remedy has in fact been tucked up in Baiona for a couple of weeks after crossing from Port-La-Foret, Brittany, so we are pleased to have some company at last!The weather has meant that the other rally boats have taken refuge in various anchorages and marinas - hopefully the ones further south will manage to get here soon.We have been given rally flag and sailing instructions, and Joel conducted the safety inspection.The evening was spent at the gorgeous Monte Real Club de Yates where we we managed to commit our first faux pas by coming in wearing wet weather gear!This morning the wind is gusting 40knots here in the marina... My brother emailed. read more...