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The run, from Beaver Inlet through Whirlpool
Rapids and down Sunderland Channel, was smooth. We made good time
entering Johnstone Strait around 09:00. A moderate chop slowed
us down to between 5 and 8 knots. Off Port Neville, we discussed turning
to starboard to await better conditions but decided to continue the
slog. The sun was bright and the temperature comfortable. Soon,
the wind eased and we made good time. After leaving the Strait, we
were out of the wind and current and started to laze along taking in
the sights. More