Melbourne to Osaka Double Handed Race 2013. 28/4/13. 1800

Gusto’s making slow progress towards Yuraseto, the narrow entrance to Osaka Bay, still with over 40 miles to go to the finish. It’s been a frustrating couple of days for Brian and Greg, with the finishing line getting close, but not as soon as they hoped. Now they have to contend with the heavy shipping traffic as it gets dark.

Funnelweb and Turbulence are both in light north to north easterlies. Turbulence says they’ve had a sunny afternoon with a light breeze and flat water, currently making less than 5 knots of boat speed. The wind for both boats is likely to stay light overnight, then turn south west and gradually freshen tomorrow. Both crews report that they’re in good health.

Kiss Goodbye to MS and Southern Cross are still in a loose formation, now with less than 700 miles to go and also both reporting fit and healthy.

Gusto’s position on the plotter will update every hour until they finish.