Wow, that is some great action...did they all make it? How do you keep your camera dry?

Neat.. Great photo.. I think I will watch from shore..

Great composition...lots of action and drama...this goes on my desktop today....I need a little excitement in my life, lol...tks for sharing.:Pat.

Thanks Darryl. No they did not all make it. I think that about 3 got to Launceston and 3 got to Hobart (two races start together) out of about 40 entrants. Most turned back soon after the start, but had to wait 8 hours for the right tide back through the Heads.
As far as keeping the camera dry, I make sure the boat is not under power, when I have the camera out - when it is under power there is much more likely to be a wave/spray over the bow or side. I also have a big towel round my neck - much better than waterproof material, because the water stays in the towel and does not flow all over the place.

Steb

Great shot! It certainly reminds us of just how powerful and massive the ocean is and how puny we really are.

Wow I am almost sea sick just looking at this. A great shot. Do you have more as the normal photo is with small waves and blowing winds. This shows the power of nature in its fullest. Thanks for posting, (I'm dizzy).

Melbourne to Hobart 04/05 - 2: Many thanks for the comment. Love your aircraft shots!

Steb