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Jennie B - Kiel to Bornholm



A threatened gale meant that the Rally left Kiel early, some leaving Sunday night after the inaugural drinks and dinner, or first light Monday morning. We chose to get a bit of sleep and left Kiel at 0400. Sailing double handed we thought one night at sea would be enough for us on this first stage. We were targeting an average speed of 6.5 knots so we could complete the 170 nm passage to Bornholm by early Tuesday morning. With a combination of sailing and motor sailing we made it by 0530 Tuesday. After a few hours sleep and a shower we are revived and ready to go land side exploring.

By lunchtime Tuesday the whole fleet had arrived in Rønne Harbour, all berthed together and looking great with all their flags flying in the sunshine. The winds are increasing and it looks like a good decision by the rally team for the rally to leave Kiel early and beat the gale.

Paul & Elaine

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