WaterTribe Challenger Log Book

WaterTribe Classes:
Class 1 - Expedition Kayaks and Canoes
Class 2 - Racing Kayaks and Canoes
Class 3 - Sailing Kayaks and Canoes
Class 4 - Small Sailboats - (2001-2008) monohulls, cats, tris
Class 4 - Monohull Sailboats - (As of 2009) monohulls
Class 5 - Multihull Sailboats - (As of 2009) cats, tris
Size Filter - All boats must launch from above the
high water mark without outside assistance.
 		This Challenge is an expediton style adventure race for kayaks, canoes, and small sailboats. The time limit is 8 days but the winners will do it in 2 to 4 days. The distance is 260 to 300 miles depending on your course. This challenge is a qualifier for the Ultimate Florida Challenge.
Challenger Log
Captain: WizardClass 2, Single Male
Boat Description: 12' x 24" light touring kayak. Low drag at comfortable cruising speed, but not real fast.
Fort Desoto3/7/2009Thought I'd try this textile-free, just for a change. Let's see if I can keep up.
CP1, 67 Miles
Grande Tours		3/7/2009 11:40:00 PMPleasant, easy day, light variable winds, sunny and warm. Continuing inside a couple more hours.
CP2, 174 Miles
Chokoloskee		3/9/2009 10:09:00 PM2 long slow days; pretty weather but not ideal for traveling south. Expect no contact before Wednesday evening
CP3, 273 Miles
Flamingo		3/11/2009 10:58:00 AMExited waterway at Lostman's River. Out to Shark River. Plan to wait here for the afternoon tide. Looking forward to a good long rest.
Finish, 303 Miles
Key Largo		3/12/2009 4:33:00 AMHeadwinds SE 10-12. Never let up all night. Lastnight with that big moon, will miss it- till next time.