If you don’t prepare yourself, you could find yourself going far out of your way. Or not landing where you expect. Here’s how to plan your Gulf Stream crossing for the best results.
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Gulf Stream Location, Speed and Counter-Currents
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Christina Harrelson says
Hi!! We are friends with Jen and Mike on S/V Sanitas! She messaged me about your crossing this week to Bimini.. we just left Marathon heading to Rodriguez tonight and then Key Biscaine Sunday. When are you planning to cross? We’d love to have the company!
CHRIS
S/V SE of Disorder
Carolyn Shearlock says
Hi! Crossed Saturday/Sunday from Boot Key Harbour direct to Great Harbour Cay in the Berrys. Hope to see you around somewhere!