I didn't realize they were starting up north of Tampa Bay and had to cross the mouth of the bay, heading south. I can see where that would create some pretty big chop with the wind blowing out at 20kts against a strong full moon tide coming in.
So did most of the boats continue heading south for the Everglades?
Thanks for the updates.
There was a major ship crossing right in front of the start last year through that fairly active shipping channel right in front of the start. Only two boats made it clear ahead - a few others caused a bunch of horn blasts from the boat. Alan and I were one of the ones that were well clear ahead of it. I was surprised that didn't cause more fuss then.
I hope they can figure out how to work the event safely and coordinate with the coasties. I don't blame the CG for their reaction either but it does suck when you prepare that hard for something to have the plug pulled on it.
Alan and his dad do appear to be continuing on down the coast...the CG probably didn't shut it down early enough at that checkpoint to get the faster (and more seasoned) boats.
