The FCS crew on Challenger 2 are sailing to St Lucia in the ARC Rally, racing against many boats, but mainly Challenger 1. We’re expecting regular blogs from the crew and the skipper although this one is just from the mate, presumably everyone else is busy...
The FCS crew on Challenger 2 are sailing to St Lucia in the ARC Rally, racing against many boats, but mainly Challenger 1. We’re expecting regular blogs over the next two weeks and this one gives you a glimpse into how they settle into their routine as they...
The FCS crew on Challenger 2 are sailing to St Lucia in the ARC Rally, racing against many boats, but mainly Challenger 1. We’re expecting regular blogs over the next two weeks and this one gives you a glimpse into preparations for crossing the Atlantic...
The FCS crew on Challenger 2 are sailing to St Lucia in the ARC Rally, racing against many boats, but mainly Challenger 1. We’re expecting regular blogs over the next two weeks and this one gives you a glimpse into preparations for crossing the Atlantic. Friday...
This might be the final blog from the first leg of this Atlantic Adventure, but as you will read the crew will be taking home many happy memories... We did not stop at Lanzarote as planned due to tidal restrictions, a mutinous crew, who demanded to continue...
The latest blog from Challenger 2 see the FCS crew get a taste of the sailing conditions they were all hoping for... It's all about Biscuits and Chocolate (Saturday 3rd Nov) Left Cascais about 10am heading out into a lumpy sea, sails were hoisted and spirits...
The latest blog from Challenger 2 could easily fit on the back of a postcard but as you will see they have been having a great time ashore at Cassias, Portugal. The picture above is the first we've seen with the new sails. Dazzling! Day 6 – 7 We have had a...
The latest update from Challenger 2 as her FCS crew sails her to the Canaries via the Bay of Biscay. As you will read contact has been sporadic due to weak signals. Tuesday Morning (Oct 31st) We have had a really great night sailing, lots of wind, big rolly seas stars...