Monthly Archives: October 2011

So we are on the way to Lampedusa, having had a very interesting night getting through a big hole off Cape Vito. We chose the ‘go out to sea’ option, and it initially looked great but then the breeze filled … Continue reading →

Three days in, and all is well on Aziza. We’ve enjoyed every wind condition from zero to thirty two knots, from every direction, rain and now sunshine.  Spirits are high on board. We’re eating well and keeping hydrated in the … Continue reading →

Last night was probably the toughest of the the race so far, due to the sea state and the wind. We were on the wind with a reef and small headsail. We could make Pantelleria in one tack, but are … Continue reading →

gooood morning ! we need a shower, this is a realistic need the measure of the quality and intensity of the race is well describedby this: 3 am 25th october, off Capo Vito , a sudden shout “UP  UP  UP … Continue reading →

Here we are approaching Cape Vito on the northwest coast of Sicily. Another lovely sunset and as we approach land a chance to log on and see how we are doing. Back at Stromboli we were 1st in Class and … Continue reading →

In the foreground of the picture are the Rán Racing passengers on-board enjoying their breakfast. The china is special for offshore race – it is colourful so one can see it easily in the galley area and not throw it … Continue reading →