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My first Biscay crossing

Trying to find a weather window to cross the Bay of Biscay has been all consuming. I just can’t seem to relax and enjoy daily life as I’m constantly thinking about it and worrying about how I will cope – I just need to go.

After what seems like a long wait, we decide to cross to France and wait there for a chance to cross to Spain. Although I’m feeling nervous about the crossing, I also really want

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