News that the Ha-Ha fleet is in Bahia Santa Maria

From 'Lectronic Latitude: The Baja Ha-Ha fleet is safe and sound in Bahia Santa Maria after great sailing for much of the 260-mile second leg of the rally from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas. Leg 2 of the Baja Ha-Ha rally takes cruisers from Bahia Tortugas to Bahia Santa Maria. Spread out over 100 miles, the 111-boat fleet met a variety of conditions on the ocean between Turtle Bay and Bahia Santa Maria. Some boats saw up to 30 knots from the northwest or northeast, while others drew the no-wind card and had to motor part of the way. Crew aboard the mothership, Profligate, report that the 63-ft catamaran sailed about two-thirds of the way. Fleet members are relaxing in sunny Bahia Santa Maria today, enjoying various activities including hiking, surfing, kayaking and paddleboarding. The sailors are looking forward to tomorrow's big rock 'n' roll beach party sponsored by the local fishermen. The final leg will begin at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, with boats trickling into Cabo on Thursday. Fair winds are predicted, with no tropical disturbances on the horizon. - latitude / andy