Hi Scott, Thanks for your tale of the orcas............... That must have been quite a sight and experience. Sailing is not just getting from A to B, but is also composed of all the sudden surprises that the sea allows the vigilant to observe. Giant sun fish; porpoises; sharks basking on the surface; and encountering leather turtles, are a few of the memories my family share from our sailing activities. Keep telling us about your Northwest sailing adventures, they are most enjoyable to read. Connie