Good sailing last night down the coast toward Hateras. West winds 18-20 all night. As we approach Hateras, winds dropping to 10-12 from the west. First dolphin sighting this morning.

Day 1: Monday, Oct 30 6:15pm Location: Blue Water Marina, Hampton, VA Weather: Clear skies, wind 17k, 55 degrees Officially underway! Left Hampton VA around 6pm with Jim Moore and Yann, our French crew. Great winds through the night so we sailed the first 140 miles and even had some time with the Gennaker. Winds now light so we are …