In all of the square miles, in all of the Atlantic.. The latest blog to arrive from Challenger 3 is written by deckhand Andrew and covers the challenges of Saturday 26th November. Spirits are high as we sail on through our 6th day at sea, despite us losing some...
ARC 2016 – Meet the FCS Crew – Peter Smith
"I missed the ocean life and wanted to be part of a team" - Peter Smith Experienced Solihull Sailor Competing in Transatlantic Race This retired Solihull man is donning his waterproofs once more to contest a high-profile two-week transatlantic yacht race. Peter...
ARC 2016 – Meet the FCS Crew – Tony Kerby
"It’s a great opportunity to get away from the stresses of life and work" Tony Kerby Atlantic Lure too Tempting for Godalming Sailor The attraction of a famous two-week transatlantic race has proven irresistible for this budding Surrey yacht racer. Tony Kerby,...
ARC 2016 – Meet the Crew – Skipper’s Mate Kirstie Rowe
Challenger 3 Mate Kirstie Rowe Skipper’s Mate Ready to Tackle Atlantic Race An outdoor education teacher and skipper’s mate halfway into this high-profile transatlantic race that started on Sunday, Nov 20th. Kirstie Rowe, 29, forms part of an expert quartet...
ARC 2016 – Meet the Crew – Skipper Ricky Chalmers
Challenger 3 Skipper Ricky Chalmers South African Skipper Ready to Tackle Atlantic Race The thrill of ocean racing has left this South African-born professional skipper eager to begin a high-profile transatlantic race that started last weekend (Nov 20th). Ricky...
ARC 2016 – Day 6 – Squalls, More Dolphins and Squalls
Dolphins like these! Thursday 24 November: As I am typing I can hear the sound of feet on the deck, sheets being ground on and grunts of happiness, I think its happiness anyway, as Nic’s watch grind the Yankee over in preparation to gybe, drop the starboard pole and...
ARC 2016 – Day 5 – Downward Sailing, Dancing And Dolphins!
75th in All Boats, 7th in Racing B In this blog it's an update from Bill, Kirstie and Captain Ricky Chalmers Fourth day and no signs of mutiny yet. The food has remained exceptional with Ricky keeping a watch on our budding Escoffiers who can create masterpieces at 45...
ARC 2016 – Meet the FCS Crew – Nic Allen
"I love the wall-to-wall night skies on an ocean passage." Nic Allen This Hampshire GP is now four days into this high-profile transatlantic race having returned to the thrill of ocean racing. Nic Allen, 53, a watch leader, is an NHS general practitioner in...
