The Two W 60’s have set off from New York heading to Barcelona The 500 mb forecast shows promise. these boats are quick enough to keep up with the system at least for a while. It is always an advantage to be able to choose your departure time; never-the-less I envy Peter Becker and Stan Schreyer.
These two boats will have to cross the Gulf Stream, again unlike the Bermuda Race participants it works in their favor.
