Jules Verne Rekord 2003 zur Übersicht 03.20.2003 06:00 Geronimo crosses the line Geronimo crossed the virtual finish line between Ushant and the Lizard Point at 04:58:11 GMT this morning (subject to WSSRC confirmation). The Cap Gemini Ernst & Young and Schneider Electric trimaran therefore completed her circumnavigation in 68 days, 1 hour, 58 minutes and 2 seconds. “What is so impressive about humanity is the pressure we’re capable of putting ourselves under”. That’s the lesson Olivier de Kersauson wants to take away from this round-the-world voyage. Neither the crew nor the boat were at fault and only the weather can be blamed for failing to play the game. “We have all lived through an exceptional human adventure, but unfortunately none of us can actually share with you the sheer emotion that has gone into it. To have come home with the record would have given us something tangible to share with those who have done so. 03.19.2003 19:00 Approaching Ushant At 09:00 GMT today, the Cap Gemini and Schneider Electric trimaran was hauling herself along at around 8 knots towards the finish line that she hopes to cross tonight. With no wind to speak of, Olivier de Kersauson and his 10-man crew could either benefit or suffer from the high tides (tide coefficient 114), which are particularly strong at this Equinoctial time. These currents can reach over seven knots near the island of Ushant, so with no engine and no wind, the trimaran must approach the line with great care, but paradoxically, it is this same current that may help her cross it! Photos: F. Gicquiaud / Littoral-ouest.com Kersauson - ein wenig enttäuscht aber aufs neue entschlossen GERONIMO noch topfit nach Erdumrundung At the time of Equinox, the day and night are of equal length, because the sun is above the earth’s equator. In this position, the sun has the effect of increasing the height of the tides, and when the sun and moon are aligned in syzygy, the tides are at their highest. This period is normally associated with drastic changes in the weather. However, it’s been a week since the current high pressure system began to dominate Europe and all the signs are that it will be some time before it releases its grip. 03.19.2003 16:30 Survival rations After more than sixty days at sea, Geronimo’s 11 crewmembers are now eating into their survival rations. "But it doesn’t mean that they’re struggling to survive “, explains Louis Noël Vivies, the man responsible for provisioning the Cap Gemini Ernst & Young boat, “What they have will certainly give them the amount of calories they need." The crew’s menu now runs to biscuits and high protein bars; a long way removed from the tastes and smells of proper cooking it’s true, but this diet is perfectly suited to life on board in more ways than one. On of the index values of these bars, most of which are made by Lyophal, is that they save on water because they don’t need to be cooked and prevent dehydration. "They blow you up a bit, but not too much!" All of which means that half a litre of water per person per day is easily enough. Removed from their packaging and kept dry, they need no cooking: "So, it saves on power from the generator, most of which is needed to keep the radar system working all the time as they approach the coast". The rationing won’t last long and will end as soon as the crew crosses the finish line off Ushant. In fact, every time Olivier de Kersauson returns to port, his friends greet him with a terrine and a bottle of white wine. More than just an injection of calories, it provides a blessed relief and a moment of true friendship. 03.19.2003 09:00 Geronimo's position at 07:30 UTC The lack of winds continues for Geronimo. The so much awaited winds appeared to be weaker than expected. At 7:30 TU Geronimo was 180 miles from Ushant and was sailing at 7 knots over ground. Copyright © 1996-2016 - SEGEL.DE