Northwest 21

The wind and waves kicked up significantly last night. We're seeing 20-25kt winds from the NNE with 8-10 foot seas. Rocking and Rolling. We're down to triple-reefed mainsail and a storm sail and we're cruising along at 5.5 knots. The waves are coming from our side so we end up rocking and rolling a bit more than is comfortable, inasmuch as a funhouse can be comfortable. Feeling a bit queasy while writing and reading so I'm keeping it to a minimum.

The increased wind and waves makes it more difficult to sleep and a more difficult night watch not being able to see when the next 10' wave is going to broadside you. White knuckles on the wheel for 3 hours. Extra noisy and movey in the cabin.

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