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Old 04-01-2019, 11:17   #1
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Azores to Maine - the wrong way?

Looking to make a crossing from the Azores to Maine or Nova Scotia from the Azores direct, not via Bermuda. I realize this is against the prevailing winds and currents and will likely be a bumpy ride.

Boat is a multihull 20m and can cruise in the teens, and good to weather, with boards and wing masts. From the research I've done so far late spring seems to be the best time? less calms / less gales.

Looking at this route due to time constraints.

Anyone done this or some variation? any thoughts on this route in general?

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Re: Azores to Maine - the wrong way?

Sounds like fun, what kind of multihull?
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Re: Azores to Maine - the wrong way?

Late spring will be REALLY cold. Wear your woolies. If you're going upwind, a dive mask or ski goggles might be handy. We sailed up by St.Pierre/Miquelon in June, headed towards Ireland (WITH the wind, mostly.) We had the cabin heater running for almost a week while wearing so many layers of clothes it felt like we were going skiing.
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