Con una sola ma intensa giornata di gare, Mario Calbucci, grande
protagonista nelle regate di venerdì, porta a casa il titolo di campione
nazionale di slalom kitesurf. Ieri il vento ha soffiato giusto tanto da
dare agli organizzatori il tempo di posizionare in acqua il campo di
regata poi, così come è arrivato, è calato. E così, anche in questa
terza giornata di gare del campionato nazionale di kitesurf Eolo ha
fatto i capricci. Dopo una prima mezz'ora di raffiche a 10 nodi, il
vento è calato inesorabile, non più sufficiente da far gonfiare le vele
dei kite e dei windsurf.
Questi ultimi sono rimasti a riva,
all'asciutto, con il campionato interzonale rimandato ad altra
occasione. In compenso il mare abbastanza calmo ha dato la possibilità
di disputare la seconda edizione del “Marina sup trophy”, andata a
Giancarlo Di Gregorio e Chiara Firullo. Due le categorie scese in acqua
per disputare il trofeo sulla tavola spinta con la pagaia. Uomini e
donne si sono cimentate in una gara lunga più di un miglio. Nella
categoria uomini, dopo una partenza equilibrata, il passaggio alla prima
boa ha visto portarsi in testa Giancarlo Di Gregorio che, come lo
scorso anno, ha tenuto tutta la gara in prima posizione, vincendo il
titolo per il secondo anno di seguito.
Le donne hanno accettato di correre lo stesso percorso, uno spettacolare slalom sup con tre boe, lungo più di un miglio. Subito dopo la partenza, Chiara Firullo ha conquistato la prima posizione, mantenendosi in testa fino alla fine della regata, durata venti minuti. Sul podio per gli uomini quindi, in ordine di arrivo, Giancarlo Di Gregorio, Mario Schininá e Peppe Diara. Per le donne, invece, Chiara Firullo, Emanuela Bazzoni e Graziella Minardi.
Alla fine della premiazione Enrico Alberino, presidente del Circolo velico Scirocco, si è complimentato con i vincitori della gara sup e con i ragazzi del kitesurf: il primo sul podio, campione assoluto slalom kitesurf 2014 è Mario Calbucci, secondo Gianluca Merla e terzo Mattia Galeazzi. Una targa di ringraziamento è stata consegnata al main sponsor Jimmy Mazzanti e al presidente dei Circoli Velici Iblei Giovanni Trombatore. L'organizzazione dell'evento è stata curata da Claudio Alessandrello ed Emanuela Bazzoni.
There are essential elements to living
comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the
food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). • Posted on November 04, 2014
There are times at sea, especially after sailing for 24
days, when it would be great to quickly pop to the store to buy
something you’re out of or you broke. For example, as we approach the
finish we’ve long run out of hot chocolate and TENA wipes—and we would
all love either right now; we’re on severe rations of soap, toothpaste,
and coffee, and I think we finished off the milk today.
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
Corinna Halloran
This entry is also available in French
This entry is also available in Spanish
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
Author:
Corinna Halloran
This entry is also available in French
This entry is also available in Spanish
There
are times at sea, especially after sailing for 24 days, when it would
be great to quickly pop to the store to buy something you’re out of or
you broke. For example, as we approach the finish we’ve long run out of
hot chocolate and TENA wipes—and we would all love either right now;
we’re on severe rations of soap, toothpaste, and coffee, and I think we
finished off the milk today.
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpuf
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpufHalf way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpuf
There
are times at sea, especially after sailing for 24 days, when it would
be great to quickly pop to the store to buy something you’re out of or
you broke. For example, as we approach the finish we’ve long run out of
hot chocolate and TENA wipes—and we would all love either right now;
we’re on severe rations of soap, toothpaste, and coffee, and I think we
finished off the milk today.
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpuf
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpuf
There are essential elements to living
comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the
food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). • Posted on November 04, 2014
There are times at sea, especially after sailing for 24
days, when it would be great to quickly pop to the store to buy
something you’re out of or you broke. For example, as we approach the
finish we’ve long run out of hot chocolate and TENA wipes—and we would
all love either right now; we’re on severe rations of soap, toothpaste,
and coffee, and I think we finished off the milk today.
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
Corinna Halloran
This entry is also available in French
This entry is also available in Spanish
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
Author:
Corinna Halloran
This entry is also available in French
This entry is also available in Spanish
There
are times at sea, especially after sailing for 24 days, when it would
be great to quickly pop to the store to buy something you’re out of or
you broke. For example, as we approach the finish we’ve long run out of
hot chocolate and TENA wipes—and we would all love either right now;
we’re on severe rations of soap, toothpaste, and coffee, and I think we
finished off the milk today.
Half way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpuf
- See more at: http://teamsca.com/blog/day-24-the-essential-elements#sthash.nyH2Hvze.dpufHalf way through the trip, my one and only 9 volt battery died; I thought I had a replacement, alas I did not. Libby said she thought I was going to cry when she looked over at me, shaking the battery, hoping for a little more life. If only I could just go to the shop for a new one.
If we could head to the hardware store, it would have been a lot easier for Liz to fix the furler that bent during a sail change. Instead, she wedged herself in and began fixing the essential part of the boat. Out came the hammer and eventually the grinder, and in the end it was in working order again.
“Out here, especially on these long legs where you have no way of reaching land quickly, you have to bring any spares you might think you need. You can’t just head into a harbor out here,” Liz explained.
There are essential elements to living comfortably on board Team SCA: gas for the kettle, a pot for cooking the food, fresh water, and a working toilet (aka head). Life on a VOR65 is simple really. However, it’s a complete an utter disaster when one of those essentials breaks.
Today, we lost function of the toilet. The sign on the bulkhead door reads: “Ladies room is out of order. Sorry for any inconveniences.” And it’s not just temporarily broken nor patched together with duct tape and Sikaflex—nope it’s really broken.
The seal split on the pump and it’s not possible to run to the plumber’s shop for a new one. We don’t have a spare either- I think it’s the one thing we don’t have a spare of too (well, that and 9 volt batteries). So, we have to wait the 1,000 nautical miles until Cape Town to do the repair. And until then, we have to revert to the traditional head: outside. We’re accustomed to this head but it’s always been an option, not ‘the only.’
It goes without saying that the next few days will be a very humbling experience, especially as we encounter higher winds. Today was ok as the wind progressively died, however the days to come has us all a bit nervous. What if the wind and the waves increase—will I drink less water for fear of getting soaked by waves crashing over the bow? Either option seems a bit dangerous; plus, there’s been times when the outside head has been shut—what if that happens?! Then what?!
It also Agoes without saying that these next few days will give us a new experience most of us didn’t expect out of the Volvo Ocean Race. However, I have the sneaking suspicion that it won’t be the last unexpected experience. We can’t run to the store, like you can on land, so we must make sure we really look after our gear. After all, this is a race around the world—an epic 9 month journey of hammering, grinding, shaking, duct taping, Sikaflexing, and spare seal taking.
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