by First Class Sailing | Dec 5, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
Whilst clattering around up there he did his best impression of Peter Pan! The finish line is almost on the horizon but the adventure doesn’t stop as Skipper’s Mate Kirstie explains… Third Star to the Right… is a Tear in the Mainsail...
by First Class Sailing | Dec 4, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
The variety of tasks on board ship during every voyage. The latest news from Challenger 3 involves the crew’s further attempts to gather a harvest from the sea. Saturday 2nd December: We have had a hand line out the stern of the boat for the last couple...
by First Class Sailing | Dec 2, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
Watch leader Peter has time to consider life and the meaning of sailing. Food, GLorious Food For Thought Friday 2nd December: Well yesterday was my Mother watch, leaving ‘C’ watch watch-leaderless, heaven knows what trouble they will be plotting in my absence,...
by First Class Sailing | Dec 1, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
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,...
by First Class Sailing | Nov 30, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
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...
by First Class Sailing | Nov 28, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
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...
