Live Update: Day 6 Atlantic Crossing (Patreon)

Hi guys!

So first boat issue of the trip is underway! Ah, the glories of boat ownership and crossing an ocean. I want to preface today's update by saying that the entire crew and Athena are entirely safe right now :) There is no immediate danger, just immediate annoyance. 

As Mads explains in the video, there is a sound coming from the steering, and there is a little back-and-forth play where the rudder stock is attached to the boat. They are still determining what this means, but they would love your input if you have any experience or know of anyone who has had something like this happen. Luckily they are only a few days from Mindelo, Cape Verde, and can take a better look. 

Here is a link to an up-close view of the point where the rudder stock is attached: https://www.dropbox.com/s/vyf88i2q4pwmdw7/Video%2003-02-2023%2C%2012.31.08.mov?dl=0

Again, everyone is safe :) It is just quite the head-scratcher. 

In more uplifting news, they had a successful day of fishing!! A nice Mahi-mahi for dinner!