5 days to race day: Yesterday all rowers were told they werent able to get on water which was a disappointment for all as the weather conditions were too bad. James made an early start and took charge of the inner workings of the technology and the very essential need of knowing which direction we should be rowing in! There was also general concern that we had to rationalise items in the boat as we simply had too much and the very real lack of space became apparent in our first row. Mid afternoon saw an interview in front of the camera with the event documentary guys then all the PLBs (personal locator beacons) were registered to the maritime race safety officer hub, of which we have five in the boat. We had the crisis planning meeting after where only competitors are allowed as it was a straight talking, frank and at times a harsh reminder of just what this challenge could entail. We feel extremely confident in the structure set up by Atlantic Campaigns, and those individuals in place there to co-ordinate a rescue if necessary. So we were sad not to get on the water today, but the up side we got some more good prep and progress with readying Tiny, and ourselves, for our voyage.
Posted on: Thu, 28 Nov 2013 08:14:54 +0000
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