DOUBLE FIGURES    9th June 2005 1200bst
Day 10 and we're into double figures. Another milestone on our adventure. One of the ways we keep ourselves focused is to constantly set short term targets, days, miles, degrees crossed etc. This

Secret Recipe    8th June 2005 12:00 BST
The last 24hrs have seen exceptional levels of witty banter and entertainment it seems we did pack morale afterall. Unfortunately for onboard 4th choice Chef George Rock , much of this banter has been

A CONFUSED SEA (DAY 7)    7th JUNE 2005 1200BST
After an anxious wait yesterday to see exactly how close and ferocious our storm might be the relief of getting underway agaln was a major boost. Although conditions were far from good, any miles made

Its Emotional!    6th June 2005 12:00 BST
"Don't ask for an easier life ask to be a stronger person" Unknown Author.

The last 24hrs have been just that "Emotional". Yesterday we recieved the most severe news one c

Let The Battle Commence!    5th June, 2005 12:00 BST
Hello, well its been another busy 24hrs which has seen continued progress in a Easterly direction. Last night we were cruising at speeds of upto 4knts, great for rowing but not so good for the nerves.

OFF THE BANKS YEEHA!    4th June 2005
Day 5 and we are off The Grand Banks. A tough 24 hrs battling across a stiff south westerly wind and a confused sea saw Natty B exit the lnfamous banks early today. It's been a harsh time for all

Old Man of the Sea    3rd June 2005 12:00 BST
At 42 years old and with a face as red as an angry farmer we the crew are pleased to announce that crew member Nigel Morris is today officially a birthday boy. In fine male tradition no one bought him

Close encounters    2 Jun, 2005. 1200 bst
A day of close encounters with shipping and wildlife. Day 2 saw 2 close encounters with ships 1 merchant vessel and a patrolling Coastguard ship (see image) both ships had picked us up on radar, prov