[quote=HULLFLYER]We use to sail From St. Thomas VI to St. Croix VI quite often to race against the fleet over there and they would do the same and sail to St. Thomas a distance of 45 miles open ocean each way on 16 foot Hobies and Prindles. This was in the late 70's and early 80's. Same time frame as when the Worrell 1000 was done on Hobie 16's. Maybe not the smartest thing but we did try and put as much safety on our side as possible. Each crew member was responsible for calling 2 people upon arrival, so that was 4 people to be notified upon arrival per boat 5 boats 20 people, if they did not receive a phone call they were to call the Coast Guard which was stationed on St Thomas. We also notified the local airline there to keep an eye on us, they flew Grumman Mallard and Gooses which were float planes which took off and landed from the water and flew at a low alltitude.
When I think back it was not a smart thing to do, if you do make a long trip just try and put as much safety as you possibly can on your side, and let friends and family know of your float plan.
I must admit those trips and the racing was great and the parties were better.[/quote]
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