Hello I''m Greg and I just finshed up the same trip this year and had a great sail If you are looking for a 1st mate to help you and if N need for a go topless cook I''m the sailor you need.I am from Kodiak,Alaska and a commercial fishermen Heavey Wheather is nothing for me.I made the crossing on a 40ft Island Packet in 25 great days of sailing to the Carribean.