Last season was a good one, we got quite a lot of sailing done, nothing broke and the engine was reliable.

We got a bit more relaxed about sailing near the banks than before, which was good because you can point a lot more into the wind due to Bank effect.

I’m now getting started on the jobs for the 2024 season. In October just before lift out I broke the sliding hatch when I was standing on it while taking the main off to store for winter. Luckily I had the boomoto cling on to or I’d probably have done some mischief falling into the cabin.

So, one of the jobs is sourcing and fitting a new sliding hatch board, I might as well take the opportunity to renew or repair the washboard too.

Also on with some painting!