I felt like I had the boat totally prepared for the finish. Not so. I was hit by 40 knots of breeze last night. It was upwind conditions in 40 knots of breeze with a following Southern Ocean swell. Not what I was looking for in the final hours of my 27+ day voyage.
Welcome to Cape Town! The weather systems are notably unpredictable and challenging. Following the chaos offshore was a painfully slow approach. All the noise stopped. It took one hour to go from 40 knots to nothing. And I do mean nothing… I think I could swam faster than the boat edged along off the coast of Greenpoint headed to the finish.
The joy of seeing Meg, Tate and Wyatt was awesome. Velux delivered a cold beer and burger, which was much appreciated. Thanks to all that have followed the journey this far. I need a shower and a bit of sleep! More tomorrow…
Cheers,
Brad
Awesome!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Cant wait to see you lead the pack into Charleston.
ReplyDeleteGet a shower!
Nice work Brad and all. Get some sleep! Your video a couple of datys ago was a little scarey,like delirious. Congrats. Give Meaghan, Brendan and the kids a hug for me. DrDave.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Brad! We've been following your quest since before the start of the race, and have complete confidence in your winning. Please send regards to Meg--hope to see y'all in Charleston in the spring. ADM Caryl P. Weiss, TN
ReplyDeleteHOME IS THE SAILOR, HOME FROM THE SEA,
ReplyDeleteAND THE HUNTER HOME FROM THE HILL.
WONDERFUL FIRST SPRINT, BRAD. REST UP AND
ENJOY YOUR FAMILY AND SHORE CREW (ONLY AFTER
SOME WELL EARNED SLEEP!) Pete R. Chas, SC
Congratulations! Get your well deserved rest!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Brad! An excellent first leg and many more to come. You have earned your rest, and enjoy the time with your family.
ReplyDeleteCongrats Brad - love that you were able to stretch out your lead over the last week, enjoy terra firma - once it quites rocking!
ReplyDeleteScott Jones
OKAY BRAD, ENOUGH PRAISES FOR YOU. THIS ONE
ReplyDeleteIS FOR MEAGHAN, WHOM WE ALL KNOW HAS DONE LOTS
OF THE WONDERFUL WORK TO KEEP LAZARUS GOING. MY THANKS TO HER, AND YOU AS WELL. keep the
Spirit!
Pete R. in Charleston
Great Job Brad,
ReplyDeleteIt is great to seeing the whole plan working to perfection. All of us at Quantum have followed the first leg and we could not be happier for your success. Get some rest, you deserve it.
Farley Fontenot
Quantum Sails
Hey Brad! Great job - helluva run!Congrats to you and Meaghan and the whole team. And best of luck on the next leg!
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