For the last couple of years, it seems like we've been getting blown out more and more. This week, for example, we've had sustained winds up to 20 mph for the past 3 days, and will have sustained winds up to 20 mph for the next 2 days. I've seen reports of a few studies showing that global wind speeds over the oceans have increased 5 to 10 percent since 1993, and that such wind speeds are increasing at .25 percent a year. I don't want to get into a debate about these studies, my characterization of these studies, whether these studies have any bearing on wind speed over land, or about global warming in general, but I would like to know if you are, or seem to be, getting blown out more regularly than usual. Also, does anyone know of a good sailing forum? Kidding.
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