Category Archives: Events

Sorry, folks. We were hoping to be better at posting updates, but the vicious round of partying here takes its toll. Diana, one of our two newly-recruited Canadian crew (the other is Debbie),  said ‘It’s not just being out  frying … Continue reading →

Where we left you: Nightlife and her motley crew had raced across the Atlantic in the ARC. In a close battle for first place against their nemesis Captain Blind they managed to expertly sail her right to the last minute … Continue reading →

After what seemed like weeks and weeks of waiting, the prizegiving took place last night. Our first place in the racing division was finally confirmed and our phalanx of supporters gave us a great cheer as we received the cup … Continue reading →

Tom talking on BBC Radio Berkshire about the race: http://www.sperrey.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/TS-RadioBerkshire.mp3 Inside word is that he may be on Radio 5 at some point also!

Well, we’ve finished and it looks as though we’ve finished first. The race office won’t confirm the results until the 18, but our calculations suggest we’ll be OK. Ever since we felt we were in with a chance (about half … Continue reading →

Here is Mike Sperrey, skipper’s son & nephew of Rob…. celebrating in Warwickshire….. Karen x

Earlier this evening, the boat crossed the finishing line and was met with a welcome party offering fruit, champagne and rum punch together with a steel band. The crew are all tired and when I spoke to Tom just now, … Continue reading →

7th Man here – well Chief WAG. Sitting in the office on a wet, dreary afternoon waiting for my husband to cross the finish line with my half of the boat. (and his) Little did I think when he asked … Continue reading →