Definition of fine: there was a gusty wind with little to no rain, ending in a thunderstorm.
The weather was good to go sailing with an Australian ex-pat Ben Sykes who welcomed us upon his vessel. Armed with a 3man & 2 woman crew which looked like a scene from a comedy skit show we headed out to open water. I thought it was good enough weather for shorts and t-shirt, well so did Ben. The Finns aboard came decked out in full ski gear with woollen undergarments. Main sail up and one wave later I came to terms with being wet, cold and after 30mins frozen. Using my reaction method I put on a jacket and had a beer at first chance and enjoyed the rest of the trip.
The finns: I'd hate to see what they wear in sub 0 temperatures.
Australian Vs Finnish Sailing gear... Remembering we are in Finland.
Skipper Ben with a smile for the papers.
*photos suppiled by Milja Knight
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