They're off!!

Brainwaves is off!  

Each boat receives a leaf that has been blessed in Hawaii.  Here's hoping for smooth sailing.

There were plenty of people who came by to say their goodbyes.

It looks like we might have a future PacCup skipper here!

Thanks to Ray and Patti, the CA based support crew and friends were able to cheer on Brainwaves from the Catalina-34 Crew's Nest.  THANKS SO MUCH!  It was a great way to say goodbye.  Here's Brainwaves giving us a drive by right before the start:

Brainwaves had a good start and the sun even came out to help send them on their way.  In this picture Brainwaves, and the rest of the fleet, make their way under the Golden Gate Bridge:

Bon Voyage sailors.  Here's to a safe and fun sailing adventure.