Cast off 09.00am downwind using bow springer lines. Bora still blowing but can't stay in Trogir any longer! Wind NE 12-20, gusting 25-30 outside! Steered course 198degrees to Soltanski channel between Drvenik Veli and Solta islands, then course 112degrees along west coast of Solta, past Maslinica at northern tip down to Milna at northern tip of Brac Island. Seas lumpy with strong gusts. Glad I took my Stergeron pills! Reached 9.8 knots then decided to reef main and jib for an hour before shaking out as we approached Hvar Island. Under power at Starogradski channel with strong currents and shallow water - we made it through. Passed naturalist sailor at helm of his boat, his pink buttocks in full view, and he turned away as we approached! Bob's boat almost collided with another boat under power as it careered into his bow! 15.00 motored into Tiha Bay for swim n' snorkel at anchor for an hour or so. The lined up to stern tie at town wall in Stari Grad with one lazy line at bow. Charming little town with fresh fruit and vegetable market and harbour full of small, brightly-painted fishing boats. Strolled around town with Marla before enjoying dinner together (just us female skippers!)in a quiet side street restaurant, feeding stray cats our leftovers and listening to the church bells peel.
(Photos to follow later)
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