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Royal Akarana Yacht Club's 22nd race to Fiji, ANZ Sail Fiji, got underway this morning at 1300 hours on a perfect, yet slightly overcast day in Auckland.
Waitemata Harbour was buzzing with activity and supporters were out in droves to farewell their family and friends in what will be an exciting race to Fiji.
HMNZS Manawanui was the official start boat with the pin end of the line off Orakei Wharf. All of RAYC's offshore races start in this area and it was once again the perfect place for spectators and on water supporters alike.
The starting signal was sounded by Janet Watkins who was involved with RAYC's first race to Fiji in 1965. Wired was the one boat that could have potentially been over, however the line was called clear from both ends and the race was on.
Race Director John Muir said that the start was one of the best he had seen.
"It was just so exciting to see this fleet of 20 boats on our start line. It was a clear start and everyone got away as intended. We couldn't have asked for anything better," said Muir.
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