[Rudder]

Half Moon Bay or Drakes Bay. I imagine the CG has covered those bases.

I know where Half Moon Bay is...still trying to recall Drake.

It's still difficult for me to imagine a boat-destroying accident on such a good day and with such an experienced skipper, who has (had?) lifetime knowledge of the area.

I still suspect self-induced skullduggery.

[telebob]

"...still trying to recall Drake."

Drakes Bay is about 25 nm north of the gate. Tucked in right behind Pt. Reyes. Not a usual destination at this time of year because while it's protected from westerlies and northerlies, it is open to storm-generated southerlies.