10/09/2019

Lazy days in Aviles, Spain

Even in Spain weather swings towards autumn.
Yesterday afternoon and evening was overcast and we had a few showers.
During the night we received heavy rain and wind. So today we have opted for a day relaxing below.
Because of the strong wind, we are glad we are safely moored in a good harbour.

Todays wather (Tuesday)
 The outlook from Wednesday looks pretty good. The wind will be around 10-15 knots from the east which will give us a good push going west.
We are looking for a nice anchorage to stay a couple of days and perhaps have our first swim.

We are aiming for La Coruna - where will to stay for a few days. From there we are planning on a train ride to Santiago de Compostella. This place has been a famous pilgrimage for european catholics since year 813. That year the remains of the aphostle Jacob was claimed to be discovered there.

6 comments:

John MM0GGI said...

Hi Geir and Grete, I followed yuour sail to Aviles on AIS. I spoke to EI6KI Lawrence who worked you on radio, sorry I missed you. Maybe you can try Gerry's net on 7.130 from 07.00 UTC. Glad you are enjoying your big journey, I hope I will hear you soon on radio, all the best wishes fron Scotland and safe sailing ! John MM0GGI.

Geir said...

Hi John, yes we sailed using the new Hydrovane steering which allowed me to use the HF rig. Here in like Aviles there is industrial noise level up to S8/9 on 40m, so I'm sorry to say I would not read anyone there.
We are leaving Aviles Friday morning to sail to La Coruna.
Takes around 25 hrs and we will be there just before noon on Saturday. It will be a short stay as WX looks good for sailing south past Cape Finnisterre Sunday/Monday.
73s Geir

Hans / LA6IM said...

I love your new layout for your blog, "layzy days" with a sailor's attitude (ref top image, hi).
73s Hans

Geir said...

Tks Hans:)

73 Geir

Sailing Argo said...

Hei,
Pratet akkurat med LA7FAA og han tipset meg om denne bloggen. Kjempeartig! Jeg skal lytte etter deg klokken 1700 Zulu
Fair winds. 73 de LB1KH

Geir said...

Vi legger i marinaen i Porto Santo og har mye støy. Men prøv ;)