We've already been home for 23 days….so it's time to post for the final time on the Pacific Puddle Jump Blog. In reflection, there are so many memories, learnings, and people during our trip that I thought the best last blog would be to summarize it with our FAVS and the statistics.
PPJ, April 12-August 19, 2017
The Stats:
Days Crossing 27 Total days on trip 129
Miles of Crossing 2,878 nm Best day sailed 169 nm Sailed 73 nm on slowest day
Engine Hours 10
Crossed Equator 5/2 at 10:04:20 PM Longitude at Crossing 134*45.697W Speed at Crossing 5.4 kts.
Islands Visited Marquesas: Hiva Oa, Tahuata, Oa Pou, Nuku Hiva Tuamotus: Tahanea Society Islands: Tahiti
Favorites:
Island - Tahuata
Meeting friendly, helpful locals and cruisers from all over the world
Fresh local fruits, $.59 baguettes, Pain au chocolat (Paul), Almond croissant (Leslie)
Sunrises, sunsets & rainbows
Roosters…so colorful, cheerful & everywhere!
When asked if we would do it again, YES we would. The crossing was our favorite part of the trip despite the challenges.
Paul and I are grateful for everyone's support. Your emails brightened our days. With special thanks to our AUX Crew:
Susan & Dad-Provisioning, communication, resources & troubleshooting…."so can you get a helicopter to pick up Paul?…"
Geoff-Home security, Blog tech support, & always ready to help with last minute questions in route …"so what is slack tide for …."
Steve-Technical support, procurer of parts, BEST banana bread recipe!
We are truly blessed to have such loving family & friends. We missed you & are happy to be home!
Love, Leslie & Paul
Photos:. #1 Rocinante is being well cared for per photo below as supplied by Capt. Mathieu in Papeete awaiting transport home. #2 Surprise Welcome Home Party! #3 Us at home sweet home, day 23.
