February 1st 2006
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February 1st 2006 Tim made contact from his satellite phone at
about midnight to say that they had fixed the watermaker and were now well on
their way. Their position at that time was about nine miles past El Hierro. This
means that there is no way back. The ocean currents and the prevailing winds
mean that they are now on their way across the Atlantic and will soon be out of
sight of any land. The sea was a little choppy but conditions were
fine. Mick was rowing whilst Tim phoned and they have
decided at this stage to row an hour on and an hour off. They feel that this
will help them to retain their energy whilst they are still getting used to the
weather and the sea. After about ten days this could change as their rowing
fitness improves. When asked how it felt, Tim said that it was by
far the hardest thing that he had ever done and he was really having to dig deep
into his reserves of strength both physically and mentally. He also added that
Mick, despite having suffered from seasickness, was also as determined as ever
to achieve the crossing. Tim sends his love to everyone, particularly
his family, his colleagues, and all the people who are supporting
him.
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