After more than 4500 miles, we are competing literally head to head.
Unfortunately, after our wind-dry hours when Australia and Jamaica
passed us, and claimed second and third position respectively, we have
been struggling a bit. We gained back our position in 3rd place
yesteray, lost it once again to Jamaica today... The positions change
momentarily depending on the navigation strategy, how wind behaves
versus the weather forecast grids, the efficiency in trim and helm. We
are in full concentration, and really pushing it. It has been tiring and
frustrating, considering we were awaiting 15 knots of breeze today, when
we got only 5 for several hours, and under literally roasting weather
conditions. It was draining for the whole crew
For those tracking the race daily, we will be going into stealth mode
tonight, so our position will not be posted to our competitors and
trackers for 24 hours. We have a very interesting strategy in mind to
follow, just cross fingers that it works and wins us a podium place:)
PS: In the mean time, we (actually David, who's the handiest person I
have seen) have found the leak, and were able to stop it. Good news:)
PPS: The highlight of the day, definetly helming in light weather and
managing it:)
Keep an eye on me...
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