GOLD COAST 100600ZNOV11 SKED

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LAT 40 06 735 S
LONG 126 07 444 E
DTF 2844nm
ETA 1800 24 NOV 11

WEATHER WIND: SEA SWELL CLOUD BARO

SKIPPERS BLOG

Its been a very eventfull 24 hours for Goldcoast Australia. As we race towards the scoring gate in varying winds and
confused sea it has been very challanging sailing indeed. When we experianced a wind shift of 40 degrees yesterday evening
the decision was made to gybe to the east rather than sailng south east. This gained us extra miles to the east and towards
the scoring gate but closed the gap between Finland and Derry. At one point we thought we could see their masthead lights
as they passed astern. As a result Goldcoast Australia is the most northern yacht in the fleet.

It is hoped that the northerly position will result in a more manageable position when the front next low pressure hits the
fleet as forcasted winds are a lot less than what we the actual front will be and the sea and swell will be less confused.
Our position now almost lines up the scoring gate, southern Tasmaina gate and the south coast of New Zealand in a perfect
line that will allow us to play the weather systems all the way to New Zealand.

Whilst the day started with sqully conditions and variable winds, this afternoon the sun i

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Published by Richard Hewson

Richard Hewson is a Tasmania-based ships captain, marine surveyor, and experienced sailor with a lifelong connection to the sea. With experience in project management and vessel commissioning, he has operated and raced a wide range of vessels—from dinghies and Maxi yachts to tankers, icebreakers and research vessels. Richard has competed in major offshore events including the Sydney to Hobart, Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Transatlantic races including the Mini Transat. In 2012, he skippered the winning yacht in the Clipper Round the World Race. He has sailed to every continent and explored all corners of the world from Antarctica to south pacific atols and recently completed a three-year family voyage from the Netherlands to Tasmania. Richard holds a Master Class 1 (unrestricted), RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Engineering (1200kw) and commercial diving certifications, and is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor. He is also affiliated with the Australasian Institutes of Marine Surveyors and is passionate about all things that float.

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