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The sailing catamaran Wolfhound completes a two-week passage from Hawaii to Neah Bay, Washington, covering approximately 2,000 nautical miles.14:12 During the final 100 miles, the crew encounters 25 to 30 knots of wind on the beam, necessitating a third reef in the mainsail to manage rudder pressure and improve comfort.7:49 The vessel maintains speeds between 8 and 11 knots despite rough seas and frequent spray in the cockpit.2:00 Upon arrival, the crew navigates through fog and rain toward Port Townsend, noting a stark transition from subtropical conditions to the cold, wet climate of the Pacific Northwest.11:41 The passage marks the second major crossing for the crew in two months, totaling over 8,000 nautical miles traveled in two years.16:57 The crew reports consistent wind patterns throughout this transit, which they found more efficient but less eventful than their previous Pacific crossing.5:31

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