19 SEPTEMBER 2011
LAT
LONG
DTR
SKIPPERS BLOG
As Gold coast Australia maintains its lead in a stealthier manner the wind
has moderated and once again Gold coast Australia is in full flight with a
full suit of her favorite sails.
As we skirt the edge of the high pressure system the wind does not have
enough fetch to create any swell, so the water is reasonably flat with
moderate winds creating some very pleasant sailing.
Conditions have not warmed up however, and many of Gold coast crew are
still feeling cold from the conditions that we have been experiencing over
the last few days. I am running the generator and water heater more than
normal just to try to heat the indisde of the boat up and keeping more
people in there bunks than normal. Once the crew have warmed up abit
their concentration levels, ability to maintain focus will rise and
everybody will enjoy themselves even more.
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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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