ARC Europe Rally - now for the Atlantic crossing

8:49 PM Thu 20 May 2010 GMT

'ARCE10 - Bermuda - Startline - All boats on line1' .

It was smiles and waves of farewell and thanks from the ARC Europe crews this week as the transatlantic cruising rally to Europe set sail for the longest leg of the journey - the 1800nm passage from Bermuda to the Azores. Gentle weather conditions meant that a start could be held inside St.George's Harbour, providing a spectacle for crews, visitors and local well wishers as the fleet headed through the narrow 'Town Cut' and towards the open sea under full sail. The picture perfect start rounded off what has been an excellent visit to Bermuda for the rally with all ...

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by Jeremy Wyatt