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Blue Wonder - Cheeky Ed claims it's his birthday in a few days
Blue Wonder - Cheeky Ed claims it's his birthday in a few days
23/11/2023

Uno - Day 3: Kids on Dolphin watch!

 Tuesday 21st November, 2023Day 3Today, we were woken up at 730am by the kids, who were on early morning watch, yelling “Dolphins!”. We came up to see a pod of at least 20 dolphins coming over to our boat to ride the bow. We clipped our harnesses on the safety lines & went out to lay down on the trampoline nets and watched them swim and play for about 15 minutes. Always the coolest thing to see! There was even a little baby with mum. The weather today is very moody with low cloud and a haziness around. There’s no real sunshine breaking through and the temperature has definitely cooled. We have one crew member down with a cold and one kid feeling a little snotty. Everyone is saying the same thing - we haven’t been sick in so long! All those late nights out recently, drinking more. read more...


23/11/2023

Solaris - Daysailing

After a bit of trimming we finally got our Asymmetrical Spinnaker flying in the light breeze. . read more...


Solaris - Daysailing
Solaris - Daysailing
22/11/2023

Cloud Jumper - Back on the Sea!

(Slightly outdated post due to satellite phone issue)19 Nov.The last day was very busy. We managed to finalize all the preparations of the departure. The entire port of Las Palmas was buzzing with crew mates running between the miniMarket and the laundrette. At 11 O'clock, the sailors pose a last footprint on the wharf before 3 weeks and the first vessels start to leave the land. We are joining the party at 12:00. The ocean is crowded with hundreds of boats. We are sneaking between all those beauties and positioning ourself on a good spot near the start line. 13:00 sharp, BOOM! The gun sounds in the air, this is it! Our next top will be Saint Lucia. After the first hour of sailing, we had to turn on the engine due to the very weak wind. But finally, the wind increased to 15knots during. read more...


23/11/2023

Hot Stuff - 22:16.8400N 21:06.3710W

Day 5 in the Big Brother House - Jack remains excitable despite the lack of sleep. However after a good 6hrs, who knows what to expect {I'm sure Jack and Steve's 'small' Gin and tonics help!}. Chris continues to 'fix stuff' and the general consensus is that he walks the boat at night damaging equipment to occupy him during the day. Top trimmer Nick is making the most of the wind {not Chris's} and gives commands which to the layman {me} may as well be in Dutch....Clew? Guy?. Steve continues to conduct this rabble with skill and poise {hes especially happy this morning as we have 2 yachts on the horizon and he is in full race mode!}. I just sit contemplating my recent life choices, why am I here? How was I talked into this? What side is port and. read more...


23/11/2023

Adrienne - Körperpflege und Anglerglück

Eure Autoren heute sind Bernd und Peter.Ich, Bernd, bin gebürtig in Berlin, lebe nun aber an der Ostseeküste. Ich segele seit 1980, habe aber inzwischen kein eigenes Boot mehr, die Liebe zum Wasser jedoch ging mir nicht verloren.Und ich bin Peter und komme aus München. Ich segle seit knapp 20 Jahren in allen möglichen Teilen der Welt, aber immer nur in Küstennähe. Seit 15 Jahren habe ich ein Segelboot am Chiemsee. Als mich Thorsten (auch Teil der Crew) auf eine Atlantiküberquerung angesprochen hatte, war ich sofort Feuer und Flamme. Und nun sind wir hier, mitten auf dem Meer.Die heutige Nacht startete zu unserer Freude sehr vielversprechend mit guten 7 Knoten Fahrt. Leider hat sich der Wind an die Vorhersagen gehalten und hat kontinuierlich abgenommen bis uns nichts anderes übrig blieb,. read more...


23/11/2023

Adrienne - Unser erster Tag (und unsere erste Nacht) auf See

Heute schreibe ich, Steffi. Ich lebe in Baden-Baden, bin gebürtige Hamburgerin und seit der Jugend begeisterte Seglerin. Mit der Atlantiküberquerung erfülle ich mir einen lange gewachsenen Traum – dank vieler Überstunden aus den letzten drei Jahren, einem Chef mit Verständnis für diesen Traum und toller Kollegen, die den Dienstplan für die kommenden fünf Wochen auch ohne mich besetzen, ist es mir dieses Jahr möglich geworden. Ich kenne die Perspektive der „An-Land-Gebliebenen“ aus dem letzten Jahr, als mein Mann sich den Traum Atlantiküberquerung erfüllen konnte. Damals hätte ich mir sehr einen Blog gewünscht, um so ein bisschen mitreisen zu können. Umso mehr freue ich mich dieses Jahr, dass wir Euch auf diese Weise mitnehmen können.Nach einem farbenprächtigen Sonnenuntergang hinter der. read more...


23/11/2023

Adrienne - Die Spannung steigt

So, hier kommt unser erster Blogeintrag!! Noch liegen wir mit der SY Adrienne am Steg L in der Marina direkt hinter dem ARC-Shop und sind wie alle anderen Crews um uns herum mit den letzten Vorbereitungen beschäftigt, bevor es morgen endlich los geht. Die letzten Tage haben wir damit verbracht, noch einige kleinere Ausbesserungen am Schiff durchzuführen, wir haben Leinen und Schäkel getauscht, die Startnummer angebracht, eine Winsch gereinigt und gefettet, eine Dosenpresse gebaut, Wasser gebunkert, Obst und Gemüse gekauft, gewaschen und gestaut. Um uns herum herrscht geschäftiges Treiben, überall wird gebohrt, gesägt, geschliffen und verproviantiert. Heute scheint überall noch einmal Waschtag zu sein, auf allen Schiffen hängt Kleidung zwischen den Wanten zum Trocknen in der kanarischen. read more...


23/11/2023

Adrienne - Teamarbeit !!

Heute schreiben Mark, Werner und Thorsten, und versuchen mal den Tag 3 der ARC an Bord der Adrienne zusammenzufassen. Mark lebt in der Nähe von Stuttgart und kommt ursprünglich aus Rostock. Ermöglicht wurde seine Teilnahme an dieser längeren Segelreise durch ein zusätzliches Zeitbudget, das sein Arbeitgeber ihm eingeräumt hat. Werner wohnt am Neusiedlersee in Österreich und kommt ursprünglich aus Linz. Zum Segeln kam er durch die Anfrage eines Freundes, mit dem er nach Kroatien zum ersten Segeltrip aufbrach. Und der Atlantik ist ein Traum, so dass seine Lieben daheim zusammengelegt haben, und ihm damit den Trip ermöglicht haben. Der heutige Tag startete für die frühen Wachen mit bis zu 22 kts Segelwind, bevor er gegen 5:00 Uhr morgens für eine Stunde komplett einschlief. Wir mussten. read more...


23/11/2023

Adrienne - Heute sind wir endlich gestartet

Übrigens, ich bin der Thorsten, komme aus dem schönen Münster, und die Überquerung des Atlantiks ist schon immer ein lang gehegter Traum gewesen.Nach einem entspannten Frühstück haben wir dem Wetterbriefing unseres Skippers Thomas gelauscht. Um der Wahrheit die Ehre zu geben, so toll ist es aktuell mit dem Wind leider nicht bestellt. Ein 51 Fuss großes Schiff mit schmalen 8 Knoten Wind adäquat zu bewegen, ist schon eine Herausforderung. Vor allem, da wir alle den Ehrgeiz haben, so wenig wie möglich den Motor zu benutzen. Wir wollen schließlich segeln und nicht motoren.In den verbleibenden Stunden erledigte die Crew noch dies und das. Frisches Brot musste noch beim Bäcker abgeholt werden, ein letztes Mal die Frischwassertanks gefüllt werden, nochmal das Cockpit reinigen. Anschließend gab. read more...


23/11/2023

Cats Pajamas Day 6

Wind, fishand more wind and fish was Day 6s story - have had a cracker of a sail as well as Mahi Mahi and Wahoo for dinners. Eating like kings at the moment until the fresh stuff runs out, but at least the fish is fresh. No boat issues to report and a happy crew. Morne even caught his first pelagic (Wahoo) fish ever, so is pleased as punch. Love CP. read more...


23/11/2023

Risque Business - The Breeze Builds

14:57.2N 34:42.29W0315 GMT, Thursday 23rd Nov 2023When we set off from Mindelo 31 hours after the rest of the fleet, we decided to stick close to the shortest route, the rhumb line, to Grenada as best we could. The light winds allowed us to fly the large spinnaker and we were able to stick with this plan pretty well. However 2 factors have made us reconsider: the winds have strengthened (at last) which means we can’t fly the spinny on a dead downwind course anymore and the forecast is showing a large hole (area of very light winds) developing to the north of the rhumb line early next week which we really don’t want to get caught in. As such we’re sailing 30 degrees from dead downwind on a more southerly course with the genoa and mainsail. The question is how far south do we go?? We’re. read more...


Risque Business - The Breeze Builds
Risque Business - The Breeze Builds
Risque Business - The Breeze Builds
Risque Business - The Breeze Builds
Loreley - Sailing thought a wonderful night!
Loreley - Sailing thought a wonderful night!
Wolkenschlößchen - Day 3&4 - Putting a price tag on experience
Wolkenschlößchen - Day 3&4 - Putting a price tag on experience
23/11/2023

Wolkenschlößchen - Day 3&4 - Putting a price tag on experience

Day 3 started with our third crew member getting sick. With an additional one suffering from sea sickness, our active crew got even smaller. Seems like we picked up Corona shortly before we left Las Palmas. Also, once again, all weather models prove to be wrong. Something we experienced sailing non-stop this season. To some extent, this was luck for us, meaning that we are progressing really well on our direct course. It also meant though that we were quickly caught up in 24kts of wind. With a rope having twisted around our oxley, making it impossible to get it down properly. Thankfully, we have Lennart's dad Andreas on board who is a highly experienced regatta sailor for decades. Together with all our crew - sick or not - and his guidance, we could save the sail and the day. Day 3. read more...


Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
Joule - Blog entry for SV Joule ARC Rally
22/11/2023

JaZoFi - JaZoFi day 4

We spent the day at the Vet as the Hound (our Spinnaker) was taped and stitched. She’s looking a lot better and ready to get back to work. The scars are significant but it will work.The fishing lines were out, caught a couple of Mahi Mahi but they weren’t big enough to feed 5 of us, so let them go. Also a BIG marlin estimated at over 100 kgs but after a few jumps and dances he was gone! Could’ve Would’ve Should’ve … the one that got away!!Course is now more West towards The Caribbean; wind forecasts change with every update but very light winds from astern meant a very slow day. But other boats around us are in similar predicament. Lets hope for a little more wind tomorrow.. read more...


Manaia - Last work in the sunset…
Manaia - Last work in the sunset…
22/11/2023

Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November

Another grey morning opened up into a beautiful sunny day with blue skies and minimal clouds. Champagne Hippy is sailing well regardless of the light winds, it must be those new Elvstrom sails! With the shifting winds, we have changed from a port to a starboard tack which has helped us gain some West in our position.   Julia and Jonnie were lucky enough to be joined by a large pod of dolphins this morning 15 or 20 so they say! There were even a few juvenile dolphins in the pod. We have interestingly had more crickets today, I’m telling myself they came with the winds earlier in the week and not as part of our fruit and veg order… Captain Josh and first mate Matt are yet to nail the fixing of the air-conditioning which is making things a little uncomfortable down below. read more...


Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
Champagne Hippy - Champagne Hippy Day 4 - 22nd November
22/11/2023

Valent - Another day ticked off

At last we are starting to get a bit more breeze. After a slow and at times frustrating night, where conversations started to be had about when to use the engine, we finally got double digit wind speeds. Our Speed over Ground is now around the 6kt mark. We came close enough to Norah today to allow Lucy & Johanna to have a conversation on the VHF. The morning was spent cleaning the heads and doing minor DIY. The afternoon saw the Captain become the on board hairdresser. Definitely motivation to the crew to keep their hair neat. No luck fishing so Sweet & Sour Pork tonight. Best RegardsWill. read more...


22/11/2023

Pure Joy - Pure Joy - ARC Days 3 & 4

On day 3 we saw fairly rough seas, with 3-4 meter swells.  We laid low most of the day and then the wind slowed in the afternoon and we had our first dolphin sightings!    Martin made a delicious chicken curry and he and Marissa managed a game of Yatzee in the evening, but the rest of us called it quits quite early.  The wind died completely overnight. Today we had no wind and flat seas, we motored all day.  We saw more dolphins, played with the drone (almost didn't get it back - ha!) and caught our first fish!  Elliot caught up on some schoolwork today and had a video chat with Remy, a friend he made on another boat.   David made broiled shrimp for dinner, which was a real treat!  Starting to get our gameplan together for. read more...


22/11/2023

Tahira - TAHIRA ARC BLOG D-Day 3 [22-Nov-23] to

TAHIRA ARC BLOGD-Day 3 [22-Nov-23]Location: Open Seas - AtlanticWHAT A 24 HOURSOur progress has slowed over the last 24 hours due to light winds, but we have made the most of it.Fleet positioningWe received more information on both the weather and the position of the rest of the fleet via our SSB and SatComms.It is great to see other boats on our chart plotter but that only covers a local 5 mile radius, however the daily ARC update give us information on other vessels in our fleet - the ocean is a big place, and simply knowing that there are other boats out there - even if we cannot see them, is a great comfort.Sail configurationThe light winds also gave us an opportunity to play with our sails.When do we use the staysail?What bearing and what wind conditions does Tahira perform best. read more...


TicLuna - Embracing the stillness of the wind on-board TicLuna
TicLuna - Embracing the stillness of the wind on-board TicLuna
22/11/2023

TicLuna - Embracing the stillness of the wind on-board TicLuna

With the sails hanging limp, we embraced the serenity, taking in the breath taking views that are often overlooked in the rush of wind-filled sails. The sun cast a warm glow on the water, turning the horizon into a beautiful canvas. To pass the time, a makeshift backgammon competition ensued, and stories were shared as we basked in the stillness. Without the usual hum of the wind guiding us, we relied on our trusty engine to continue our journey.As the sun was getting close to the horizon, we were finally gifted with some wind to sail quietly into the sunset. In the end, fair winds or not, every day on the water is an adventure worth embracing. . read more...


Saida - saida day 4
Saida - saida day 4
Saida - saida day 4
Saida - saida day 4
Saida - saida day 4
Saida - saida day 4
22/11/2023

Saida - Saida day 4

Now heading Southwest with boat speeds of up to 9kn chasing the trade winds before us so we can 'turn right', direction St Lucia. Crew and boat are behaving very well. Spirit is great and things are progressing as planned. Today we all had Oli's fitness instructions for a healthy on-board life!. read more...


22/11/2023

Easter Snow - Fish Count 1

After the first few days getting used to the swell, our cast iron stomachs have now settled. Luckily! Danny caught a Mahi Mahi yesterday, and most importantly managed to land it on the deck without too much struggling, I think he almost dropped it once or twice. My turn (E) to cook, so it was mahi and tatties on the menu.   In other news, we are making way South towards the Cape Verde islands trying to avoid the high pressure so we can start turning west towards the Caribbean!  (fish) : 1(dolphins) : 5 (loaves of bread) : 1  . read more...


Easter Snow - Fish Count 1
Easter Snow - Fish Count 1
20/11/2023

Ariel - from ariel

Lat night our blue gennaker exploded thanks partly to the little wind and the killer wave, but above all to age and thousands of miles. Thanks Genny for the multiple gallops around the world's oceans. Now it's the time of Bianca the new flying genoa, definitely not so perfect for downwind sailing; we will help you with a new sail pattern: the "foursail"! Happy week to all cruisers!Look at the pictures. read more...


Ariel - from ariel
Ariel - from ariel
Ariel - from Ariel
Ariel - from Ariel