Rubicon Arrives in Newpor t

Submitted by Peter Bourke on Fri, 03/07/2009 - 22:53.

Rubicon and I are safe and sound in Newport, RI, having crossed the finish line at 3:30 pm (7:30 UTC) on Friday, July 3rd. To all my friends and supporters who followed this adventure and posted messages on the website, I extend my deepest appreciation. This OSTAR proved somewhat more challenging than I might have anticipated. Oh what the heck, let me be honest and admit that it has joined the short list of the hardest things that I have done on this planet. During those moments when the challenges seemed particularly acute, I thought of the warm and encouraging messages which had been forwarded to me and I took heart. The reality of the OSTAR was different than the dream, but the reality was worth every bit of the effort. I hope that your dreams also become real and are as rewarding as this one has been for me.

Peter Bourke
Rubicon

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Congratulations on your

Submitted by carol and ned Backus (not verified) on Tue, 11/08/2009 - 04:07.

Congratulations on your successful crossing. We have #24 Outbound and have three lovely NW summers on her. We are planning on heading to South America next year and are curious about the failures of both your Autopilot (was it a raymarine 6000?) and the Hyddrovane (we are contemplating putting one on. Can you share some of your experiences with us, specifically the failure of both pieces of equipment and what you might have done differently. email plainjane1@comcast.net

Congratulations on the trip

Submitted by Mary (not verified) on Sun, 05/07/2009 - 04:19.

Congratulations on the trip of a lifetime. You have so much to be proud of. I'm sure you're kids must be so relieved now that you are safely on shore. I'm sure crossing the finish line made those windless days at sea worthwhile.

The next Ostar will be much more enjoyable. Go for it!

Mary

Wonderful news Peter.

Submitted by Jean & Marten (not verified) on Sat, 04/07/2009 - 09:37.

Wonderful news Peter. Congratulations and respect for winning a hard fought battle.
We will be drinking to your good health in Plymouth tonight.

Peter, fantastic

Submitted by Dinah - IRL 3508 (not verified) on Sat, 04/07/2009 - 07:36.

Peter, fantastic acheivement. Well done mate. You had more issues than most on the trip, and you dealt with them all with utmost seamanship and ingenuity. Superb. Hope to see you at the end of October for the reunion. Barry.

Bravo

Submitted by jaz (not verified) on Sat, 04/07/2009 - 02:30.

Bravo Rubicon!!!!
Congrats!
jaz

Congratulations on your safe

Submitted by Marie-Claire (not verified) on Fri, 03/07/2009 - 23:58.

Congratulations on your safe arrival. Well done
We are so happy that you have achieved your goal and thanks for the interesting and thought provoking blogs during OSTAR.

best wishes Mike and Marie-Claire
Flamingo Lady

Congratulations! You are now

Submitted by Mike Gentle (not verified) on Fri, 03/07/2009 - 23:38.

Congratulations! You are now a single handed Trans-Atlantic sailor.

The whole Gentle family are very proud of you.

Regards

Mike Gentle