Big Island Challenge - Initial Record Set

Well we finished last night a little after 7:00 Total time (unofficial) 55h11m. The diverse weather systems of the islands played havoc with us. We had it all, several holes with zero wind, beating into 25 kts with 8-10' seas (cracked the keel joint and started taking on about 10 gal an hour after that). Of course we had running with 25 kts and 8-10 behind us.

It was more of a challenge than any of us anticipated and we are glad to have it done and wish any one who wants to take it on good luck.

Mahalo,
Mitch

The Big Island Challenge is the Kona Sailing Clubs attempt to set a record for the fastest sail around the Big Island of Hawaii. For more information www.bigislandchallenge.com