Monday, September 20, 2010

Monday September 20

It was a full day.  We timed the tide just right so our trip through Hell Gate went smoothly, well that is not the best adjective to use.  One could never find smooth water in the East River.  I should say we went through with out incident!  When we got to Roosevelt Island the police blocked the Manhattan side so we had to go on the east side of the island.  The problem is that there is a draw bridge.  I checked the Guide we are using and it said it had 40' clearance when it is down, I only need about 36' so I headed on luckily it started up because the sigh on the bridge said that the clearance was 34'6".  the current is impressive, at times we were going over 9 knots!  The trip around Manhattan was spectacular, I have included some pictures.  Peter headed back to work so I am on my own again.

Tomorrow I will be headed down the Hudson River to New Jersey.
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5 comments:

  1. CandySeptember 21, 2010 at 6:02 AM

    I don't see the ACR on you! So don't fall overboard. I would hate to miss you in Annapolis.

    Love,
    Candy

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  2. Brian BakerSeptember 21, 2010 at 8:37 AM

    Greg,
    I have been following your trip since the beginning and finally figured out to send a message. It looks like you are having the time of your life. I am trying to think of a place to meet you, let me know if you have any suggestions. You're a great inspiration for all. Talk to you soon. Sail on, sail on, sailor

    Good Luck, Bri

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  3. UnknownSeptember 21, 2010 at 2:44 PM

    Greg, I think after two talks with Candy I have finally signed in. Happy sailing! Susan

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  4. AllenSeptember 21, 2010 at 3:44 PM

    Hi Greg. Today Chuck and I discussed your trip while we put the Scots to bed. Candy gave me your address.
    Will be in Millville NJ (near Cape May) at NJ Motorsports Park this weekend using gas and rubber as God intended!
    Love your blog.
    Allen

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  5. hharrisonSeptember 21, 2010 at 7:58 PM

    Greg,
    Great shots of NYC. Too bad the Manhattan side of the East River was closed; the Queens side just doesn't cut it. Nevertheless, the lower part of the river with the three bridges and the Battery must have been a site to behold.
    Glad you're making good headway, even if it is more motoring than sailing.

    Hunt

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