A hot and humid night resulted in very poor radio propegation, so we could not download weather or send our blog. The humidity continues today, and it is stifling hot. Sea water temperature has reached an all new high of 29.4*C. Yesterday our batteries got to 39*C, unable to cool down from the water rushing past the hull where they are positioned.
The sky today is crazy with clouds, all types of clouds on all levels. Cumulous clouds on the horizon, Strato Cumulous are on the lower layer, the stratus clouds layering above them, then finally whispy Cirus clouds in the upper layers.
Another 10kg tuna today, thankful for the light winds during the time I was realing it in as this one dived very deep.
Winds now about 10kts from the East, and hopefully we get some more wind tomorrow. Our ETA to Hiva Oa is now looking more like Friday evening.
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Published by Richard Hewson
Richard Hewson is a Tasmania-based ships captain, marine surveyor, and experienced sailor with a lifelong connection to the sea. With experience in project management and vessel commissioning, he has operated and raced a wide range of vessels—from dinghies and Maxi yachts to tankers, icebreakers and research vessels.
Richard has competed in major offshore events including the Sydney to Hobart, Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Transatlantic races including the Mini Transat. In 2012, he skippered the winning yacht in the Clipper Round the World Race. He has sailed to every continent and explored all corners of the world from Antarctica to south pacific atols and recently completed a three-year family voyage from the Netherlands to Tasmania.
Richard holds a Master Class 1 (unrestricted), RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Engineering (1200kw) and commercial diving certifications, and is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor. He is also affiliated with the Australasian Institutes of Marine Surveyors and is passionate about all things that float.
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