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First arrivals into Bermuda
First arrivals into Bermuda
14/05/2008

Both Equinox, the Selestra 66, and Kalliope II, a Hanse 531, have arrived in Bermuda.  In keeping with their pattern of sailing since leaving Antigua on 8 May, they were only 2 hours apart.  Equinox suffered damage to their genoa, possibly due to a fault with the furling gear.  Conditions for the fleet over the past 48 hours have been challenging. Wednesday should see a steady stream of arrivals, bringing them in from the worst of the current weather pattern.
Thrilling start to this year's ARC Europe
Thrilling start to this year's ARC Europe
08/05/2008

It could hardly have been a closer start for ARC Europe 2008. Equinox, a Selestra 66, and Kalliope III, a Hanse 531, were separated by only a few metres as they charged across the line with around 20 knots of  wind on their quarter.
Final full day in Jolly Harbour. A busy one that ends with a farewell party hosted by Jolly Harbour Marina
Final full day in Jolly Harbour. A busy one that ends with a farewell party hosted by Jolly Harbour Marina
08/05/2008

Thursday morning marked the last full day available for the crews to complete their job list before departing for Bermuda on Friday at midday.  A group of crew left together catching an early bus for the fifteen minute ride into the capital, St. Johns,  for a final shop around the colourful fresh produce markets.
Cool alfresco dining for the ARC Europe crew supper
Cool alfresco dining for the ARC Europe crew supper
08/05/2008

This year's ARC Europe sailors enjoyed an alfresco evening of dining at the Dogwatch Tavern, Jolly Harbour.  The sociable setting allowed the sailors to get to know one another in the lead up to Thursday's departure. At least half of this year's fleet have taken part in other World Cruising Club rallies, so for many it was a case of catching up with friends from the ARC and comparing notes on a season spent in the Caribbean.

Jolly Harbour filling up with ARC Europe 2008 yachts.
Jolly Harbour filling up with ARC Europe 2008 yachts.
05/05/2008

With just 48 hours until the Antigua start of ARC Europe 2008, the fleet are making final preparations.  It's not all hard work though! Last night the crews got together in the Dog Watch Tavern and enjoyed a rum punch, reflecting on a season spent in the Caribbean as well as looking forward to the voyage to Europe.


 

 

 

 

 

 

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