Virtual Vendee Globe...

[dnice]

We are all pretty much ready to go, right?  I propose we start at the 4pm weather change on Wednesday (I figure it is too late to say Tuesday).  Actually, I think 4am would be better; but I would hate to punish those in the western time zones. 

I'm cool with that.

RodeOrm and Pyrat may not be able to make the start line, but thats ok with me, just fall in with the group or whatever?

Thats 4pm @ GMT -6

shall we assume this is official unless somebody speaks up before then?

[ronc98]

I am in at 4pm.  I am moved toward the starting line .

[maxiSwede]

Stuck! ???

I (rode orm) am on ground at the Falklands since a couple of days. Apparently there is something wrong with the software, cause I simply can't get off this one  ;D

well, no big deal really, my interest in it, and above all, in 'maintaining' it and trying to check on the speed and heading 24/7 has decreased over time as can be noticed ;) in my trackline

As a result I've now decided to jump ship here where the 'beer is heavenly and the sheep plentiful'.

So friends, go on, don't wait for me, 'cause I'll close the Virtual Vendee Globe tab on my computer now.

If you want me to steer for you Kurt, I'll be happy to do that, just let me know.

Good luck and have fun!

[ronc98]

umm uhh  what are the sheep for?

[Tim]

Well Good Luck to you all on your GAR. I am starting to see more birdlife as I pass Barbados and the Grenadines. My plan is to make a quick site see tour through San Juan, picking up supplies that I cannot get in Cuba, and then on to Havana!

I made such good time on the trades getting over here, I will probably have plenty of time cruising the Caribbean at my leisure. heck I might even go and try to find Frank. ;D

[CapnK]

Tim - After you meet up with Frank in the Bahamas, & if you head up the east coast, stop on by scenic Winyah Bay!




We need the money you rich world cruisin' sailor types toss around when you get grogged up in port... ;D

[CapnK]

Let's make sure we have everybody ready before starting.

First potential start time: Wednesday afternoon weather update.

If not everybody is behind the line by then, let's make it a "Go" at the next weather update after that, and so on. I don't think it would delay us by more than 24 more hours to do so.

Sound good?

If that is OK, then post your readiness status here.

I am ready!

Looks like everyone is south of the line except 'Pyrat' and 'Rode Orm'. Allen (Pyrat) is headed our way, and Magnus on RO is apparently sleeping it off up in the Falklands... ;D Pablo (Pilgrim_Shadow) looks to be ashore on the Cape, maybe checking out the local flora and fauna... ;)

EDIT: I just saw Magnus post above - so scratch that part... ;)

[maxiSwede]

umm uhh  what are the sheep for?

Oh, quite simple my dear Watson ;)

Smoked and dried sheepshanks makes exquisite snacks to go with the Beer ;D ;D

[dnice]

Let's make sure we have everybody ready before starting.

First potential start time: Wednesday afternoon weather update.

If not everybody is behind the line by then, let's make it a "Go" at the next weather update after that, and so on. I don't think it would delay us by more than 24 more hours to do so.

Sound good?

If that is OK, then post your readiness status here.

sounds good, i'm ready.

[Joe Pyrat]

I'll get as close as I can.  If I can't make the start line I'll join the group when I get to your position.  Other wise I'm ready for the 1600 Wednesday start.

[ronc98]

I am ready. 

[Godot]

Ready.  Positioning myself for a good 4pm (gmt-6?) start. 

My goal for the second start: not to come in last place.

[Pablo]

Pablo (Pilgrim_Shadow) looks to be ashore on the Cape, maybe checking out the local flora and fauna... ;)

I just thought I would pop in and check out the local senoritas, er, I mean culture.  I am going to set sail for the start! 

[dnice]

Pablo (Pilgrim_Shadow) looks to be ashore on the Cape, maybe checking out the local flora and fauna... ;)

I just thought I would pop in and check out the local senoritas, er, I mean culture.  I am going to set sail for the start! 

Pablo, it looks like you're gonna have to turn further south, maybe even southwest to get off those rocks.

[dnice]

sooo, did we start? :)

[ronc98]

I am moving now. I hope we did.   Then again I have not crossed the start yet.

[skylark]

Crossed the finish line!

Rank: 16,830

98D 11H 25M

[Tim]

Well I am on my way back across the pond with rum and cigars, and perhaps will wait in the Azores to pass them out as boats go by ;)

[ronc98]

Are we there yet?

getting a bit boring without the salt spray and sunburn

[Tim]

Well it is over for me, now I am going to kick back enjoy a tankard full of Puerto Rican rum, a Cuban cigar and a looong nap  ;)