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Tuesday 10th November

 

Madagascar

We are still closing on Madagascar, the weather looks settled with light winds. In the words of the Reunion Marina Manager Jerome “Soft winds”. We hope to turn tomorrow directly for Durban, then all attention will be on the SW winds and lows coming up the coast. Light winds yesterday early evening – engine on.

 

Bryony Braves the Galley

Sea legs found, Bryony is preparing lunch today – this is still our main meal time. We have settled in to an easy routine with our watches and are slowly getting used to sleeping at odd times. Depending on WD’s motion this isn’t always easy.

 

Bryony Sharpen: Pen Portrait

 

Fav. Books

Gengis Kahan Trilogy by Conn Iggleton

Shanturam – Can’t remember the author

 

Would most like to meet: Richard Branson

 

Fav Food: Green Thai Curry, Pepperoni Pizza, Tuna Steak

 

What makes you happy? Being outdoors.

 

Most proud of overcoming potential defeat in:

1. The Beast of Exmoor: Arguably the most arduous British cycle road race;

2. Completing a sprint triathlon while supporting a friend, when not well;

3. Summiting a peak in the Annapurna Range, Nepal, Himalayas, of over 5,000 metres, on my own – Special thanks to thoughtful friends.

 

Miles travelled in the last 24 hours: 122 miles

Miles to Durban: 1111 miles