The marina weather forecast posted outside the shower block was dire, F9 westerly, with sea state rough. We considered staying put for the day, but sought out advice from the marina staff. They were of the opinion that The Clyde would be sheltered, and we could make for Rothesay, with a number of ports of refuge if things did get too much.
We set off, with the tide and the wind we barely made two knots. Once round the corner we were able to unfurl a small amount of the genoa, which took us up to five knots. The highest gust we saw was 37knots.
Unfortunately, the wind followed us round, so we didn't sail for very long. The sea was flat, with small white crests which were being blown away.
We motored all the way, and moored in the inner harbour at Rothesay.
Chinese take out for dinner on board, with a bottle of NZ white.
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