"Well the wind has passed and lighter conditions now prevail. The waves are still taking some time to reduce in size and the temperature is not too bad during the day but once the evening comes, it is bitterly cold."
"Well the wind has passed and lighter conditions now prevail. The waves are still taking some time to reduce in size and the temperature is not too bad during the day but once the evening comes, it is bitterly cold.
"I type this with my hat on and my fingers getting the circulation back again after a sail change on deck. I shall have to be gybing tonight so I shall be looking at the weather file for some time.
"I had a quiet day once the 35 knot gusts subsided this morning and a call from Mike Golding on Ecover was a really nice surprise this afternoon. He was happy with the boat and his race and sounded on really good form. As always, his timing was impeccable as I have been struggling a little over the last two days and he gave me a real boost to morale and confidence. It was so good to speak to him. We compared notes on our boats and wished each other safe and fast sailing."
Dee
Aviva Ocean Racing summary
Record-breaking British yachtswoman Dee Caffari, who sailed into the record books in May 2006 by becoming the first woman to sail solo, non-stop around the world against the prevailing winds and currents, is attempt her next "world first" by competing in the Vendée Globe yacht race. Caffari is attempting to become the first woman to sail solo and non-stop both ways around the world.
Further information on Dee Caffari and her Aviva Ocean Racing campaign can be found at www.avivaoceanracing.com.
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