There is little wind between Mali Lošinj and Medulin. The crew is satisfied with some sailing; afterwards come arrival, food, cockpit time and planning.
Medulin therefore does not represent a sporting achievement but the good conclusion of a light-wind passage.
Balance sailing time and arrival
In weak wind, the crew observes the speed possible under sail and protects the intended arrival reserve. The engine can cover the necessary distance without diminishing the sailing that was enjoyed.
The next plan begins in the evening
Medulin gives everyone a pause. The following days are considered there; the whole route does not need to be repeatedly debated while underway.
Medulin becomes a pause after light wind
A light-wind stage can feel longer than its distance because the crew repeatedly assesses sailing, timing and when the engine offers more reliable progress. At Medulin that judgement can stop. The cockpit becomes a place for food and planning, and the next day begins in the evening’s conversation about weather, destinations and alternatives.
Medulin Bay lies at the southern end of Istria and is divided by several small islands. Pomer occupies a more sheltered part of the bay and developed from a former mussel-farming place into a recognised marina location. After a calm motoring stage, the arrival therefore feels like entering a detailed coastal area rather than simply stopping in an open bay.
Frequently asked questions
Did HERA sail between Mali Lošinj and Medulin?
Yes, for a while. The wind remained weak and the crew was content with that amount.
What followed in Medulin?
Food, time in the cockpit and planning for the next days.
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Illuminated windmill beside the water in Medulin after the day's passage