The wisdom of the locals on the best route from the north end of north island to the north end of the south island of NZ is to go over the top, ie sail around the most northerly part of NZ, around Cape Reinga and than take a direct south course down the Tasman Sea to arrive in Tasman bay. It's half the distance of going down the east coast. The Tasman does have a reputation for storms and wild weather but with the accuracy of forecasting available nowadays it's possible to find a three day window to suit. For us this would be light to no winds and the prospect of putting the motor on. Not our preferred choice but we'd also get easiest conditions. First day and first night both went without incident. Paikea Mist and Vision of Johanna powered on ahead of us.
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