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scottmacc · 10-08-2006, 14:30

I've been trying to bring this trip together for a few years now. Something always seems to take priority though. This finally may be the year. I understand the preferred route is offshore toward Bermuda then hang a right. Though daunting, at least there are no coasts and little trafic to run into. My questions have to do with timing. I know November is the time of year mosts choose to go but I'm wondering how long the window is? Is waiting 'til January 1 too long? How about 12/1? I know the weather along the NC coast will be chilly by then but will it warm up once the Gulf Stream is crossed?
Also, are there loosely fit "caravans" heading south that time of year? It may be nice to have others in radio range. I'm not talking about the things like West Marine sponsers with too many rules and requirements. Just wondering. Any constructive advice is appreciated.

10-08-2006, 14:30	#1
scottmacc Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Live-a-board Beaufort,NC Boat: Cape Dory 30" Ketch- Feather Posts: 12	Beaufort,NC to USVI I've been trying to bring this trip together for a few years now. Something always seems to take priority though. This finally may be the year. I understand the preferred route is offshore toward Bermuda then hang a right. Though daunting, at least there are no coasts and little trafic to run into. My questions have to do with timing. I know November is the time of year mosts choose to go but I'm wondering how long the window is? Is waiting 'til January 1 too long? How about 12/1? I know the weather along the NC coast will be chilly by then but will it warm up once the Gulf Stream is crossed? Also, are there loosely fit "caravans" heading south that time of year? It may be nice to have others in radio range. I'm not talking about the things like West Marine sponsers with too many rules and requirements. Just wondering. Any constructive advice is appreciated.