On 9 Oct 2006 05:38:23 -0700, "Bart" wrote:

The weather was beautiful yesterday, sunny and mild.
The wind was a little light if you considered the current
was the same strength.

There is more to Apparent Wind than True Wind plus
Boat Wind. There is also Current Wind.

Against the current and wind, the sailing was fine,
albeit a bit difficult to cover much ground. Fortunately,
if you knew where to avoid the current and where
you could fight it, the sailing was both interesting and
challenging.

Tidal range was about 9.5 feet. Max currrent was
dramatic and obvious. Still even an inexperienced
sailor could have fun.

You can more fun in Wales, boyo!
http://www.canoewales.com/far_west/bitches_frame.htm