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Gros changements au programme initialement décidé ... Le navire est maintenant re-dirigé nord puis nord-est vers l'Afrique du Sud (Capetown) afin de profiter des vents arrières (au lieu de face) et pour éviter les icebergs. Ce qui ajoutera des frai$$ non prévus à la facture déjà lourde ...
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February 5, 2018, 0930 UTC: Our captain has decided that it is in the best interest of safety and expediency to proceed directly to Capetown, South Africa rather than Punta Arenas, Chile. We are now heading north to avoid the possibility of encountering ice. Currently, there is no ice in sight or on radar. In due time, we will head easterly toward Capetown.
Our entire team is safe. Most are resting in their bunks and in good spirits. We will keep the amateur radio community and our families informed, as we continue our journey.
Bob, K4UEE
Ralph, KØIR
Erling, LA6VM