Could anybody give a rough time estimate that we would have to depart Nanny Cay in order to arrive at Marina Cay by 3:30? Normally this is into the wind, so I assume engines on, if time required.
Thanks,
BG
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Re: Sail/motor time query
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#269510 11/20/202103:51 PM11/20/202103:51 PM
It’s about 9.8 nm’s. Depends on your boat and how comfortable you are pounding into the waves. Probably 6 knots is a safe number so an 1:45 is probably reasonable. If it’s a really calm day you might be able to see 8 knots and a shorter time.
Re: Sail/motor time query
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#269512 11/20/202104:34 PM11/20/202104:34 PM
You are going to be going upwind. If you intend on sailing the distance is going to be about 20nm, if you are motoring or motorsailing it will be shorter - between 10nm and 15nm. Depending upon conditions and the boat you are in, I would not expect to make it in less than 3 hours, including the time needed to depart Nanny Cay and set set, then to get a mooring ball at Marina Cay.
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#269529 11/21/202108:20 AM11/21/202108:20 AM