Winter warmer

Winter warmer

After the great result in the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Race, Wild Oats X was safely delivered back home to Sydney and I was able to enjoy a little sightseeing before heading back to the UK.  Starting the year on the water felt like a good omen and I hope that 2019...
New Year Revolution

New Year Revolution

Happy New Year everyone and a warm welcome to 2019. No doubt everyone has been busy making their new year resolutions. This year, instead of the traditional resolutions, I am going to endorse something more drastic –  A revolution, A plastic revolution. It was...
Rolex Sydndey Hobart – Race Review

Rolex Sydndey Hobart – Race Review

Well, although it was the Rolex Sydney to Hobart race, the weather and conditions we experienced made me question where we were in the world. We had warm downwind conditions and finished in 2 days 1 hour 53 minutes and 15 seconds. Crossing the line in sixth place and...
Happy holidays to one and all!

Happy holidays to one and all!

As I write this, I hope that the majority of people will by now have checked out of work to enjoy a few days of festive fun with loved ones. I have managed to dodge the British weather yet again this year as I spend another Christmas with a difference. I have been in...
December down under

December down under

Well, November hurtled by at a pace and with emergence of sparkly dresses and glitter, we know what is just around the corner! Yes, it’s the Strictly Come Dancing final. My invitation to take part seems to have been lost in the post again this year but that’s probably...
Time to give back

Time to give back

October has been another busy month which has taken me to some very different locations to meet a wide variety of people. Volvo Penta and Amer Yachts hosted a Sustainability in Yachting forum in San Remo and I was invited to speak about my experiences as an ocean...