Monday 11th Jan
Aaaaaaaaaaaargh!!!!!!!!!!!!
Heading back to Puerta de Mogan
Having repaired the watermaker and steering Lee and 2Hopes were poised ready for the third and hopefully final attempt – However in the world of Ocean Rowing nothing is ever straightforward…
The tow back to Gran Canaria caused more damage to 2Hopes than we had first thought! In addition to the damage caused to the steering system, Lee has now discovered that the tow rope snapped the centre board – potentially damaging the hull.
As this is an unsupported row - to set off across 2500 miles of empty ocean with any potential weak points would be slightly irresponsible – So 2Hopes is now out of the water while we assess the damage and arrange to have a new centre board constructed!
Watch this space………………….
Lee,
I’m gutted for you mate. This is definitely not what you needed.
Let me know if you need anything from my side.
All the best mate,
Paul