March 12, 2016… No internet access so no pictures. Sorry. We left Wellington this morning and made it across the Cook Straight to the South Island. It was quite a ride. While the wind was less than 10 knots most of the way, the seas were HUGE with occasional swells that we estimate to be 20 feet high. This was most likely caused by the up to seven knots of current against the swells (and us). At one point we sealed up the boat, put on harnesses and strapped on incase Legacy was rolled. We were braced for seven knots coming into Tory Channel and there was a measly 1.5 knots with us. We’re now anchored in Jackson’s Bay. Smooth, flat and quiet. Nice. -Rich
