Race Day !

What a day! This morning was probably the hardest part, the nervous anticipation and the last minute checks. But once goodbyes were said and we cast off it was time to let the games begin !!

As i write this we are just off the Hen and Chick Islands, currently traveling at 8.5 knots. (35 deg 57' S, 174 deg 41' E). So far so good, i think we are coming 8th, feel free to check out the tracker by clicking on the Yellow Brick logo on the right hand side.

We had butter chicken for dinner with rolls, and have completed our 7:30 radio sked. I'm sure you can tell it has been eventful as the only exciting thing i can tell you was what we had for dinner. We have done 1 sail change, and have changed up from the number 3 to the number 1 headsail. the wind is still gusting 25 knots, due to die down tonight (although me and the weather man have serious trust issues).

From what i hear i'm probably glad i missed the news tonight, although now that we are out of range of radio stations im stuck with Dads choice of music (he pulls rank on that one).

Thanks to all those who took the time to come down and see us off, the txts keep rolling in, thanks for all your support - i wish it made us go faster!

Oh, we had dolphins as well, i forgot about that. They hung around for a couple of hours, i have some pretty cool footage of them.

First night out on the water, hopefully we can make up some time on Pelagian II who are infront of us.

Matthew