Author: Erin Brochu

Question asked by Carolyn: How long did you have to train for this race? What did you do to qualify for this race? – Erin Answer: Well, in a way,

Question asked by Carolyn: What is it like to wake up in the morning in the middle of the ocean? –  Emma Answer: Dear Emma, When the seas are calm

Question asked by Carolyn: What are some things you have to keep in mind to survive out there? – Vishwesh Answer: Dear Vishwesh, There is a saying at sea: “One

Question asked by James: Are you familiar with or do you ever use a sextant to confirm your positions? Answer: We do have sextant aboard, yet so far I have

Question asked by Carolyn: What do the shore support crew do? I saw Brian Harris and Rick Williams listed on the web site, but wondered how they help you while

Question asked by Carolyn: Why do people’s dreams change as they get older? I’d bet that you didn’t dream of sailing in Vendée Globe when you were four years old.

Question asked by Scott: Hi Rich, Your journey is awe inspiring. In your logs you reference “ice gates” at various times. Just what is an “ice gate?” Best of luck

Question asked by Bill: I read your ships log daily. Can you explain what the following means: 2005utc 44/26s 118/41w Answer: Those numbers and letters that I put at the