Poole ILB was on virtually continuous service yesterday afternoon, heard Swanage launch, and one side of the Yarmouth ALB service aswell as both CG helicopters.... Busy busy.. Wind really picked up in the afternoon...
The wind did pick up fast. I got to Yarmouth at a comfy 35-40 kt speed, then by the time we had a coffee & cake in the cafe it was quite a different trip back.
Random chop with a spray all at 15-20 kts. At least the rollers we going my way. I watched some poor sailing boats having a very uncomfortable day going West - all at considerably less speed than me.
Kiss the cliffs all the way once you clear the Needles and you will be ok. Save Portland for another trip. Head into Weymouth Marina. Good for nightlife, B&B,s and petrol across the Road. On a reasonable day a couple of hours should do it. Alan P
2013 Hysucat Hysucat 8.5
