Bangor NI to Largs via Troon 22 August 2012

Bangor to Troon - 07.00 - 18.30, sunny and cloudy.
We planned to go back via Stranraer as we had arrived.  However, the wind and  tide were favourable

so on passing Stranraer Loch we decided to carry on the Troon, letting the coast guard know about our change of plan.  We used the engine for most of the afternoon when the tide changed.

A 2 Dolphin and 1 Seal day.  The Seal was in Troon outer harbour and came within 1 yard of the boat.
Chinese at the Jade Garden in town.  We were both rocking after a swelly, wavy day.

23rd August Troon – Largs
After an early torrential downpour and skies brightened and we set off at approx 10.30.  Ann-Marie sailed the boat in the morning as the sea was favourable if a little rolly, and the 5-6 wind was in the perfect direction to make up to 7 knots.  We tend to stick to around 5 knots when making way.

 

We saw a Navy helipcopter practicing by dropping a man onto the 'Waverley', he did ask permission first!
It was a 2 Dolphin day.
We have got into the habit of making sandwiches in a plastic box before we make a journey, just in case.  These have proved very useful during this journey.  We also make up thermal cups of tea before we start so that the first drink is a warm one. 
The other most useful item on board is 'Parker' the autohelm.  These trips would be exhausting without it. 
Back at Largs and to Nardini's to celebrate.