Its time for an update...
We got a professional in and he checked ALL the electrics and fixed and replaced where necessary, with the main focus on the charging systems to make sure we don't get flat batteries. Next in line was to fix the instruments. Shortly after that, we set about removing all the old wires that were no longer being used.
You will recall the delivery of our "perfect" boat that dared to spring a ....... leak?
Well, it turns out it was a Houddini leak that had everyone hunting to find it. Luckily Kax was already in the Cape and was staying on the boat so the family decided, as payment for staying on the boat, she would have to try and find this leak. After many days of searching ....Eureka! She found the leak! The water was trickling through one of the keel bolts, so Dad flew down to Cape Town to check it out. He took the boat out of the water and sealed the keel bolts properly. Success! No more keel leaks. Dad was also chuffed with the new tiller.
While the boat was out the water, the family was excited to hear that the sponsorship from Investec had been finalised. Super timing! Now we placed our order at North Sails for 3 new spinnakers with Investec logo. Shortly after the order, our boat was branded with some "subtle" Investec stickers. Glider eyewear came around and gave us some stylish polarised sunglassses. Xtra-Link then came on board to help out with our telecommunication needs. I am really amped about this - this means we will be able to keep the blog running during the race! It's awesome to get all the feed-back from our followers.
A few days later, back at home, Kax started to get our victuals ready. Dad was at work, Mom, Ryan, Ricky and I were at Midmar for Sailing Youth Nationals. Brennan was finishing up his studies. On the 22nd we all congregated at home - except for poor Bren. We finished getting the rations ready and packed the whole day. Afterwards we took a break and enjoyed the Carols by Candlelight in JHB.
Brennan was let off the study leash to join us for a strategy session over a delicious Christmas eve dinner - courtesy of our resident chef: Dad.
Eight days to go........ I can't wait!
Hope you all had a Merry Christmas!
Michaela
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