Graptolite - Up the Mast in Port Vila

17:44.87S 168:18.66E Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu. 15th July PM

We now have engine and sails in working order but the mast is still a bit wobbly. Rigging parts are being made up and airfreighted from Brisbane but we are going to be here in Port Vila for a while yet before moving on to Espiritu Santo. There are worse places to be and there is still lots to do
here.

Last night Petra (Viva) and Bob (Andante) had a joint birthday cake and champagne party on a beach on an island in Port Vila harbour. Apart from that it was a quiet night for the master and crew of Graptolite. Wear and tear doesn't just affect the boat.

New photos should have been added to www.graptolite.eu

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