With the longest leg ahead of us, an early departure was planned. Jesse was the first to rise to yet again try to catch a fish… skunked. Joe and Peter were up in time to catch the sunrise… without the sun.

Soon, we were on our way to Montauk. The forecast called for 5 to 10 knot winds from the west with 2 foot seas or less. As we approached Jones Beach, the winds shifted to the east, intensifying to 20 knots. We got pounded, but no milk was spilled this time, thanks to re-engineering of the refrigerator locks. We discussed shortening the leg and seeking refuge in Shinnecock Inlet, but the forecast for tomorrow didn’t look much better. As we were getting pounded by the seas, we were able to enjoy steel oats, peanut butter and jelly, and multi-million dollar homes along the shoreline.

Despite the rough seas, Kairos cruised along without a hiccup.

 

All of the crew members were able to catch a nap during the leg. As the seas settled when we approached Montauk, we picked up the pace to a 14 knot cruise to beat the sunset.

We dropped anchor in 12 feet of water and began to prepare our dinner. During preparations, that’s when one got away. One Bubba burger was donated to the mermaid of Montauk Lake.