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Atlantic Crossing

10/12/2016

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We made it !! What a feeling to actually jump ashore after more than 15 days at sea.  Once your legs stop wobbling, you feel a deep sense of satisfaction tinged with relief matched with a wide grin, we can call ourselves sailors!!
The traditional trade winds rarely kicked in so we had to track North to hunt various wind patterns sometimes facing Florida, which was a bit disorientating.  When they did come we were able to bowl along ticking off the miles enjoying the sun (eventually).  We caught some fish on route - Mahi Mahi and Wahoo, hard fought but tasted fantastic.  We had half way parties, film nights, did our own desert Island discs, talked, had fun, we even managed to sleep if only for a few hours at a time. It’s strange, 250 boats take part however you rarely see another the whole way over.  And it’s some-what overwhelming to be literally in the middle of nowhere staring up at a sky filled with stars, one’s feeling of self is somewhat diminished!
Arriving mid-afternoon was tremendous, finally crossing the line, tying up, being met with rum punch and a warm St Lucian welcome…
Hot off the press: not only did we cross the line 17th, but have come 3rd in our division, with our objective of a safe passage with nothing broken also met…now that’s not bad for a Virgin Atlantic crew !!!
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David Hutchinson
11/12/2016 01:11:25 am

I'm really stoked for you with the completion of the first epic stage of your round the world trip. It sounds like an amazing experience. Glad you landed safely and well done for the finishing position. David.

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Mick & Karen
12/12/2016 04:16:46 pm

Great news, congratulations. Sounds fantastic and glad to hear that you are all safe. England Rugby team unbeaten all year and now this news...might have to have a beer. Cheers to y'all

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Debbie
12/12/2016 08:42:48 pm

Andy has missed out on his quota of rugby ...albeit not his quota of beers!

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Jane Gadd
22/12/2016 08:19:23 pm

Congratulations, one ocean down. Hope you enjoy the festive season .A wonderful Christmas to all on Meterorite and their families. Champagne will flow.

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marcus and jane
5/1/2017 06:44:51 pm

read an article in papers about a man swept out to sea 50 miles by a marlin..it pulled him in off his boat.. and he was lucky to be found.. so keep away from the big fish

you all look like the real deal and even more seasoned..

hope next bit is as lovely and exciting

see you all soon.. Debbie did you see my e-mail options to meet??

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