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Meribel - Before the start in Las Palmas
Meribel - Before the start in Las Palmas
19/11/2023

Asante - The start of a long limerick.

I’ve been told to do a blogOf our trip across the seaTo share the whole experienceOf Life on AsanteSo first an introductionOn whose aboard todayThis 56’ OysterThat’s our home til Rodney BayIan is our SkipperWho asks we tow the lineBut given his vast experienceFor all of us that’s fineThen there’s me, FionaFirst Mate and QM tooI stand guard over goodiesDishing rations to the crew‘Cos a crew of four have joined usFor their bucket list to tickWe couldn’t wish for a nicer groupGreat news as crossing won’t be quick.I’ll introduce them as days go byBut we’ve only just crossed the lineThe winds are light.The sun beats downI’ll definitely not run out of time. read more...


Blue Wonder - Boredom has set in for Ed the Iguana
Blue Wonder - Boredom has set in for Ed the Iguana
Loreley - Star! We are on the way …
Loreley - Star! We are on the way …
19/11/2023

Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica - French Toast for an Happy Crew

Captain David did French Toast (in Portuguese, these are named “rabanadas”) for the crew. Everyone has their belly’s full :D image_17181185image_67235841. read more...


Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica - French Toast for an Happy Crew
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica - French Toast for an Happy Crew
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica - French Toast for an Happy Crew
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica - French Toast for an Happy Crew
Pure Fun - Bilder ARC 2023 SY-Pure Fun
Pure Fun - Bilder ARC 2023 SY-Pure Fun
Pure Fun - Bilder ARC 2023 SY-Pure Fun
Pure Fun - Bilder ARC 2023 SY-Pure Fun
Pure Fun - Bilder ARC 2023 SY-Pure Fun
Pure Fun - Bilder ARC 2023 SY-Pure Fun
19/11/2023

Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los

Jetzt geht es los. Es ist so spannend. Die acht Tage seit unserer Ankunft hier in Las Palmas waren intensiv. Wir lebten im Hafen. Kamen nur für Einkäufe in die Stadt. Die Vorstartphase hatte einen ganz eigenen Rhythmus. Zwischen 8 und 9 Uhr frühstücken, Arbeiten am Boot, organisieren, Mail abarbeiten, Kaffee mit Segelfreunde, überlegen was ist zu kaufen und wie bekommt man all das unter, Seminare des Worldcrusing Club der diese Atlantik Rallye for Cruiser, kurz ARC 2023, organisiert, besuchen, hier und da ein kurzer Austausch mit anderen Segler am Steg oder in Shops. Jeder an Bord fasste an und erledigte seine Aufgaben, gegen 18 Uhr gab es ein gemeinsames Bier an Deck um dann um 19 Uhr ging es in wechselnder Crewkleidung zum Sundowner des ARCs. Hier gilt unser Dank X-Yachts wie auch der. read more...


Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
Pure Fun - Jetzt geht es los
19/11/2023

Saida - Saida - Start day is finally here…

Excited to start our trip at 1300 UTC today. We and our SAIDA are ready for the crossing!. read more...


Saida - Saida - Start day is finally here…
Saida - Saida - Start day is finally here…
Spirit - Family movie night - The Simpsons
Spirit - Family movie night - The Simpsons
19/11/2023

Hot Stuff - Final Prep and preparing to slip the dock!

So T - 4hrs to the start. Its not long until we slip the mooring and head out into the Atlantic. Our foecast is light at the moment particually for Tuesday however looks much more stable for us as we drop down into the Trade winds.There have been a number of teething problems caused by some water ingress on the journey down to the Canaries but it looks like we have solved most of those at the moment. Famous last words of course. We wont be able to send as many pictures as data is limited but will keep you all updated with our progress.See you all in a few weeks!C. read more...


18/11/2023

Risque Business - Risque Business on her way … again!

16:48.36N 25:11.20WSail has been repaired and we’ve refitted, so we’re off again. We crossed the start line in Mindelo at 1939 on Sat 18th Nov and yet again face 2,200NM before we arrive in Grenada. A manic day after getting in to Mindelo Marina late last night and grabbing a pizza in the Irish bar. The day started early with us derigging the mainsail, which on. 57’ yacht is bloody heavy and cumbersome. All ready for Tuga, the sail repair chap in Mindelo and also the port master, to collect at 10am where it was stitched back together. Rich went to collect it at about 1530 and obligingly had a shot of grog and ended up with the whole bottle coming back to the boat with the sails. Thanks Tuga!We spent the next few hours re-rigging the main andtriglycerides dropped the anchor, so Nick could. read more...


18/11/2023

Cats Pajamas - Cats Pajamas Day1

Very slow night and marginally faster during the day. At this rate Christmas on the Atlantic Ocean seems possible. One Garr fish, which scared Tobin last night and not a lot to report. Crew settling into the routine of reading, fishing chatting and Chess. Boat sailing beautifully and hopefully we have not fallen too far behind the fleet on this leg. Think we need to bake a cake tomorrow.. read more...


18/11/2023

Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG D-Day -1 [18-Nov-23] Location: Gran Canaria - West of Africa

TAHIRA ARC BLOG D-Day -1 [18-Nov-23] Location: Gran Canaria - West of Africa Our last day on shore and some last minute panic buying.  Before we head off tomorrow, let's think about risks - what could possibly go wrong...? NOTE: AVOID THIS BLOG IF RELATED TO ANY MEMBER OF THE CREW :) As with any challenge, we will hope for the best but plan for the worst, and it is best to identify and mitigate risks ahead of time! - Keel coming off:almost impossible as Tahira has it built in - she is a solid ocean going vessel that was built for the kind of sailing we will be doing!- Sail tears: possible due to a sudden gust of wind, but unlikely as our sails are robust and new.  We can also repair sails, and we have many combinations of how we can sail so even if we lost one it would not be. read more...


Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG D-Day -1 [18-Nov-23] Location: Gran Canaria - West of Africa
Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG D-Day -1 [18-Nov-23] Location: Gran Canaria - West of Africa
Loreley - Everybody is getting ready with final preparations!
Loreley - Everybody is getting ready with final preparations!
Spirit - Back to school on Spirit
Spirit - Back to school on Spirit
18/11/2023

Blue Pearl - Blue Pearl log 6

Out on the open water again, after a rather busy start yesterday navigating through the fleet we are glad to have a bit more space now. Overnight we could see around 30 lights, we were surrounded from most angles and had to keep a close watch as we passed and were passed by other boats. We had a bit of a moment after gybing yesterday when Henry noticed the pole was resting against the rigging! It turns out that the guys I had tied on to the pole had come undone, meaning we had 2 ropes in the water and the pole wavering around. Luckily we managed to get the pole under control and retie the guys to stop the pole moving, I tripled checked the knots this time too! This morning we were surprised to find several grass hoppers or maybe locusts around the deck, not really what we were expecting. read more...


Loreley - It‘s written in stone and we are excited to start the race tomorrow!
Loreley - It‘s written in stone and we are excited to start the race tomorrow!
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica LEG 2 Morning Workout Complete
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica LEG 2 Morning Workout Complete
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica LEG 2 Morning Workout Complete
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica LEG 2 Morning Workout Complete
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica LEG 2 Morning Workout Complete
Nuvem Mágica - Nuvem Mágica LEG 2 Morning Workout Complete
Blue Wonder - Ed the Iguana is trying to eat the hitch hiker on our solar panels
Blue Wonder - Ed the Iguana is trying to eat the hitch hiker on our solar panels
18/11/2023

Valent - The Bora Flies

After a night of light airs on a conservative white sails plan our speed had dropped with the wind. We were starting to wallow and the experience was frustrating to say the least. As the sun rose all hands were in deck for 07:30 and the excitement was palpable as we set about launching our Bora for the first time. We had spent an hour or so in Mindelo prepping the sail, so were confident that with the addition of lines all would be good. And so it proved. Our speed has lifted by 2-3 kts, course is slightly more west than ideal but no flogging or stress on the system. The Hydrovane is very happy. Crew morale is high having just shared a ripe juicy mango whilst being gently wafted along by the Bora. image0image1. read more...


Valent - The Bora Flies
Valent - The Bora Flies
Valent - The Bora Flies
Valent - The Bora Flies
18/11/2023

Northern Light II - Saturday 18th November

After 6 days in Mindelo we were pleasedto start our journey again. Provisioning was a struggle - just as well we put on all of our dried goods in East Cowes. The prices of fresh vegetables and fruit in the markets were extortionate but at least we were contributing to the local economy. Sadly we missed the start at noon yesterday by about 15 minutes as we put up our main and found a small tear at the bottom - by the time some tape was put on the tear we started towards the back of the fleet. Over the last 18 hours we have not only caughtthe fleet but have managed to go on a SW route which puts us to the West of many boats. As always some small breakages to be fixed today.Very tight winds over night - 8/9 knots - so very slow progress over the past 6 hours. Beautiful sunrise and calm seas. read more...


17/11/2023

Risque Business - Day 1, Leg 2 Setback

Well this wasn’t in our plan! We had a good start at midday today, along with 90+ other yachts. Nice NE F.4/5 wind filled our sails as we headed out of Mindelo and towards to open ocean. It’s amazing how quickly 90 yachts scatter from being a tightly packed at the start, but we took a more southerly course to avoid the wind shadow off the neighbouring island along with our decision to keep south in the hope of better winds. After a couple of hours we were getting into our stride and Ed produced amazing BLT sandwiches for lunch. We put in a couple of jibes to keep a good heading and then we noticed a nasty tear in the mainsail up the luff. We immediately put a couple of reefs in to take the pressure off the bolt line running up the mast and the batten pocket. Once assessed, it was clear. read more...


17/11/2023

Cats Pajamas - Cats Pajamas Day0 (5hours)

And we are off. The main event has begun and we had a great couple of hours leaving Cape Verde with strong winds. Alas the gentle breeze is upon us for the evening so progress will be slow I fear but more time to enjoy the journey. All a bit surreal really, you plan this for so long and now you not quite sure what to make of it. I am sure we will settle down to life at sea in the next day or so and start to take it all in. Love to all the family and friends. read more...


17/11/2023

Blue Pepper - Countdown to the start

Blue Pepper is pretty much ready to go. The crew’s all here, the long list of jobs completed and there’s just the last run to the market in the morning for fresh produce and we are all set. Our final preparations included a test sail today to run the Watermaker to check all is ok and some Man Overboard drills - all safely back on board!Very excited!. read more...


17/11/2023

Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG. D-Day -2 [17-Nov-23]

TAHIRA ARC BLOGD-Day -2 [17-Nov-23]Location: Gran Canaria - West of Africa Welcome to our plan.  There is a lot to consider as we plan and replan and whilst we are all experienced sailors, the challenge of spending 21 days in an ocean challenges the way we think about every aspect of what we do. - OUR ROUTE: will take us from Gran Canaria to St Lucia over 21 days +/- a week dependent on weather and currents.  There is a big low building off the coast of the US that will be heading towards Europe that we will aim to avoid (too much rain and wind), and we will also hope to avoid the doldrums if we go too far south (too little wind).  - NAVIGATION: we will head south ish for the first few days and then turn right (West) once we hit the trade winds - but final. read more...


Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG. D-Day -2 [17-Nov-23]
Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG. D-Day -2 [17-Nov-23]
Saida - Provisions have arrived….
Saida - Provisions have arrived….
Blue Wonder - Ed Comforting Ted at the start line in Mindelo
Blue Wonder - Ed Comforting Ted at the start line in Mindelo
17/11/2023

Risque Business - The Risque Business Bard

A stowaway in Ed’s head has crept out and we have found a poet on board to keep us company. Some may liken his style to Oscar Wilde, while others might consider it more Vogon (Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy), but here is unabridged (apart from some changes to the XXX verses🤣). Now you know what we’ve got to live with these next 2 weeks!!The Siren Part 1Swimming up from the keel, I see my next meal.From the shine of its fin, my mind goes to sin.She sings for my eel, I dare not let her feel.She beckons me in, I swallow the rest of my gin.She pulls me in by my vest, my eyes meet her breast.With long flowing hair, I can't help but stare.I call to the rest, with rescue my request.Beautiful and fair, apart from scales she's bare.She pulls me down, to where shipwrecks are found.With waves. read more...


17/11/2023

Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá

Day 1 st Great start on the line ! Beautiful to see 96 sailing boats together heading to America!!! image0image1image2. read more...


Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá
Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá
Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá
Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá
Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá
Maracuja - Day 1st at sea leg 2 Maracujá
17/11/2023

Cloud Jumper - Getting Ready for departure!

Less than 2 days to go to departure. Busy getting all the prep done on the boat. We are fitting the twin head sails today. Lots of friendly ARC members around and a great atmosphere around the harbour! Neil has got the water maker going again! Yay!! Pete x. read more...