We made the decision to attempt to go straight to the USVI if we felt we could make it non-stop. We had a great weather window and got into the grove. The first 36 hours we sailed on a beam reach (every sailors dream) and then had to motor sail most of the rest of the way. Sometimes the ocean looks just like lake sailing. It was a great trip and we arrived at St. James (Christmas Cove) USVI where some old friends were already anchored. We arrived on 12/16 at about 8:00 AM none the worse for wear.
