A decision was made last week to take advantage of the strong northerly winds forecast by heading out to sea. Unfortunately this hasn't completely paid off as the winds have been so strong the guys have been unable to row in them!
Communications with the guys has been very limited as they are out of mobile service but from the Text messages we have received from the Satellite Phone it sounds like its been pretty rough conditions that have really tested the nerves. The boys battened down the hatches and actually drifted 25 miles (in the right direction!!) yesterday so that was a bonus but it doesn't sound like its been comfortable. They are aiming for Norfolk and hoping to reach this landmark by Tuesday when Southerlies are forecast. Again the guys have found themselves at the mercy of the wind Gods who really don't seem to be on their side for this challenge!
Thankfully it sounds like the guys have managed to avoid being sea sick while in the rough seas but Hamish admitted he was feeling a little green yesterday. Morale is high and they are going to keep plugging south.
If anyone wants to send them a message to their satellite phone please email it to me at rowforheroes@gmail.com and I will send it on (please keep it under 160 characters). Fingers crossed for more northerlies soon.
Jess
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