by First Class Sailing | Dec 6, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
If you think this is close wait until you see 18:00! As this blog develops the race becomes more and more exciting, capturing the adventure of ocean racing and the spirit of the team! Monday 5th December: Morale remains high, despite the mysterious gain in...
by First Class Sailing | Dec 6, 2016 | ARC Rally, Atlantic Adventures
A scene similar to this was performed by Challenger 3’s Skipper Ricky Chalmers Sunday 4th December 2016: Our head sails and kite have fared well, at least compared to the other Challengers who seem to have lost at least one sail each to the demands of an...
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,...
