31/05/2022
Having a crack at the Around Australia singlehanded, unassisted and non-stop has been on my bucket list since 2004. Post Global Solo Challenge, Roaring Forty gets a crack.
Let's hope Xavier beats the record......but only by a few hours ;)
**WATERLINE LITTLE AUSSIE LAP UPDATE**
Two days in and it has been absolutely hard going. It was a hectic night last night for Xavier and Waterline as anyone watching the radar has seen. Throughout the night he was battling 30 kn winds gusting to 40+ kn and surfing down the back of waves that were 4 to 4+ metres. A rough and wet night with no sleep and as the wind and seas ease later today he will be able to dry out. He is looking good, he is on track. After 2 full days, he has sailed 223 NM and is rounding Fraser Island to start and head up toward the reef.
He was able to jump on the Sat Phone and chat to his team this morning; his Mum Caitlin, PJ Habner and Steve Curtis and will check in with Simon Turpin this afternoon. The little legend sounds great besides being super tired. He is looking forward to the next few days, getting some food in, some much needed rest and getting into a routine.
He wanted to say thanks for all the support! Still buoyed by the incredible flotilla that saw him off and can't wait to see you all soon!
Keep updated through Facebook, Instagram, and his tracker www.thelittleaussielap.com/tracker
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