ARC Rally
ARC 2016 – Day 11 – Bare-Chested Skipper at the Helm

ARC 2016 – Day 11 – Bare-Chested Skipper at the Helm

Half-way party from a previous ARC Rally   The latest blog from Challenger 3 lulls you into the delights and frustrations of a tranquil day during the ARC Rally only to shake you awake with the rapid changes that can happen between watches. A great read,...

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ARC 2016 – Day 10 – Be Calm and Carry on Swimming

ARC 2016 – Day 10 – Be Calm and Carry on Swimming

Scenes like this are happening mid-Atlantic while the FCS crew wait for some wind.   The latest blog from Challenger 3 casts a completely different light on sailing. We've had winds, rain and plenty of action and then suddenly you're becalmed and tempted to get...

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ARC 2016 – DAY 9 – Every Type of Weather

ARC 2016 – DAY 9 – Every Type of Weather

Fruit hammocks   The latest report from Challenger 3 sees the FCS crew in fine spirits while the elements putting on a majestic yet varied display. Showers in the Rain Monday 28 November: Heading due West, the wind was starting to lighten and veer. At around...

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ARC 2016 – DAY 8 – We’ll Rest At The Caribbean

ARC 2016 – DAY 8 – We’ll Rest At The Caribbean

At some point soon the FCS crew should be doing this   As the FCS crew approaches the half-way mark they are bonding well and developing a wide understanding of life and teamwork on Challenger 3. In this blog you'll be taken right into their daily life... A Night...

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ARC 2016 – Meet the FCS Crew – Peter Smith

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...

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ARC 2016 – Meet the FCS Crew – Tony Kerby

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,...

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ARC 2016 – Meet the Crew – Skipper’s Mate Kirstie Rowe

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...

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