Tag Archives: solo circumnavigation
Deaf Solo-Circumnavigator Finishes, Receives Special Recognition
Shortly after Gerry Hughes aboard Quest III, a Beneteau 42s7, crossed the line on May 7th to complete his circumnavigation around all five capes, he was greeted in Troon Harbour, Scotland by a throng of more than 100 supporters. Among … Continue reading
Heartbreaking End to Solo Circumnavigation
He was almost home. A Danish solo sailor who had his heart set on a solo round-world sail has ended up in Britain instead of Denmark, after his yacht was dismasted close to South Devon. He had to be rescued … Continue reading
79-year-old Sets Out on Solo Circumnavigation
They’re getting older and older — solo circumnavigators that is. Now that the rush of ever-younger would-be solo circumnavigators seems to be over, it’s the turn of the over 70′s. With 70-year-old British sailor Jeanne Socrates more than half way … Continue reading
Deaf Solo Circumnavigator Rolled in Southern Ocean
A Scottish man hoping to become the first deaf yachtsman to sail solo around the worldnon-stop and unassisted is in Hobart for repairs after his yacht rolled at sea. Gerry Hughes, who departed from Glasgow on September 1, 2012, hoping … Continue reading
Dekker Becomes Youngest to Solo Circumnavigate the World
Kudos to Laura Dekker! With determination, strength and capability, she achieved a dream that many never will, no matter their age. The Dutch teenager finished her solo sailing journey around the world late last week in good spirits, despite endless … Continue reading
Septuagenarian Wraps Up Eighth Solo Circumnavigation
This is what we call a dedicated cruiser. Congratulations to Minoru Saito on his recent record-setting accomplishment. An earthquake, two tsunamis, giant icebergs, towering waves and five typhoons: these may sound like typical challenges for anyone sailing around the world … Continue reading
