arrived back in Moorea after catching a ride on the back of a passing
system which suddenly gave us NE winds to glide back on, Next stop
Tahiti, where i'll re-stock the boat for my passage to Hawaii, The
passage should take around 3-weeks depending on which route i take,
sailing back via the Marquesas would be my first choice, however If
the SE trades are too established, then I'll head north o the doldrums
& motor east to around 140 degree before reaching across the NE trades
to Hawaii... Veronica is flying back to LA with Apple (dog) simply to
avoid any customs & possible quarantine issues, whilst I'll be joined
by two friends Pete & Eric to help with the passage & discover the
Tuomotus on route...
Reflect back over the last year... It's been an incredible learning
experience, Apple the boat has performed with-out floor, I've had
technical issues with the SSB & a few minor things like the oversized
Alternator snapping belts, Toilets blocking, getting the engine re-
aligned correct, after replacing all seals, water-maker membrane
needing replacing, rebuilding the yamaha outboard about 4 times of the
year... unfortunately the Local mechanics seem to prefer the hammer
over using the correct tool, so basically with a little help from the
internet I've learnt to fix things myself..
I never been to Hawaii so looking forward to cruising around before
heading back to CA ,probably around july... Once returned, we'll see
how much we miss this freedom, & i might sell my LA house & purchase a
larger yacht or back into film... who know? things i wish this boat
had is a washing machine & a in board Gen Set & inbuilt internet
system... perhaps a more powerful tender 4 hp isn't really powerful
enough against the very strong currents around the passes here in
FP... It's al in the air..
