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A 1984 Mason 63, named Tavega, completes a 3,300-nautical-mile Pacific crossing from Hawaii to Half Moon Bay, California.0:58 During the final 600 miles, the crew encounters 25-to-30-knot winds and 15-to-20-foot seas.13:18 To prepare for the heavy weather, the crew reefs the main and mizzen sails and shifts to headsails only.5:10 The vessel maintains speeds of 8 to 9 knots in these conditions, with the crew noting the boat’s ability to track steadily through beam seas.16:54 For weather routing and satellite communications, the crew utilizes an Iridium Go device paired with a PredictWind subscription, which they prefer over the Delorme InReach for its reliability and data capabilities.8:04 Upon arrival, the crew coordinates with the Pillar Point Harbor Patrol to secure a slip at Half Moon Bay Marina.20:17 The passage concludes after 17 days at sea, with the crew highlighting the boat's performance in heavy weather and the effectiveness of their satellite-based weather planning.3:19

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