Graham launching at Port Beach at the start of the trip.
The surf was breaking just off the shore which made for a nasty moment if your timing was not spot on.
Paddling to Rotto had been an ambition for over a year, but I'd envisaged only a one way trip in a day, overnighting and returning the following day. However, the chance arose to do the return in the same day, the weather was good, so Graham and I went for it . 36.5 kms return in 6.5 hours, maybe not a speed record but a huge personal achievement.
Sea was "interesting" with 3 metre rollers out of the SW and a 1.5 metre swell out of the north........
Wind was light at the start and finish, but came up to 15+ knots as we approached the island, which pushed us to the south and meant a hard paddle to reach the point.
Passed the bulk carrier Ajax at anchor both ways, amazing how large these ships look close up !!
Landed on the Island at the Eastern end, Phillip Point and had some lunch.
The return trip was slow with a following wind and sea, as my shoulder was hurting, but we made it back safely.
Great achievement, and thanks to Graham for the company.
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