Whilst we go about our daily routines 20 lone sailors are racing around the world without a stop.

Each weekday ATWOS will present a report on the 2004-2005 Vendee Globe race. Who will join Lamazou, Desjoyeaux etc. as winners? Who will be a breakout young star like Ellen Macarthur? Which sailors will participate in dramas such as those of Pete Goss & Yves Parlier?

The report will cover the rhythm of the race, whether it’s fast or slow, what’s the degree of difficulty, is it iceberg territory?

Each day we’ll check the standings to see who the leaders are and who else is on the move.

The fleet roundup will cover news of interest from any and all boats both the success’s and the inevitable failures.

From the lone sailors will highlight the most interesting communications from the multi national group of sailors.

Rhythm of the Race “The drag race continues”

Standings 1. PRB 2. Bonduelle 116 miles back 3. Ecover 195 miles back

Fleet Round Up Golding report. Retirees. Record?

From the Lone Sailors Mike Golding “t’s not looking very good, it’s looking like there is breeze all the way in. Even the ridge we’re about to go through looks quite benign, whereas a few days ago there were some real holes in it. The forecast looks good for getting to Les Sables d’Olonnes quickly, but not so good for getting past Vincent Riou.” Bruce Schwab “I made a nice breakfast of hash browns, with a bit of chorizo added in. Not bad at all! Then I did my inspection of the boat looking for things that need attention. Nothing really, so I feel pretty ready for the strong easterlies coming this weekend. But I will have to stay on our toes and be ready for anything.” J.P. Dick “Under the clouds, my batteries are barely recharging. I’m relaxing by helming a little, 3 hours a day, and I’m reading too. I can’t listen to my stereo, just a little walkman which I know all the songs on by heart. I’m having some fine days though.”

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