LAT 52 27.1N
LONG 003 22.9E
DTF 200NM
COG 235
SOG 9kts
WEATHER WIND 300@15kts, Sea Mod, Swell Confused, Sky 8/8, Baro 1011
After a fantastic start Gold Coast Australia lead the fleet from Denhelder in windy conditions. Gold Coast wanted to make the most of the wind as it is due to die out later tonight.
Gold Coast Australia continues to lead the fleet by 1nm as we head towards Dover and then onto our final destination of the 2011/12 Round the World Yacht Race Finish in the Solent.
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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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