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Old 26-01-2008, 12:51   #1
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Another RTW Record Attempt.

Groupama 3 has started an attempt at the record for a fully crewed circumnavigation.
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She did 616 miles in the first 24 hours, and has previously sailed an incredible 794 miles over 24 hours - the current record.

The team say they can do the trip in 45 days!!!!
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So far they are flying. Presently doing 28 knots in 18 knots TWS. Follow their progress here: Jules Verne Trophy with Franck Cammas, Trimaran Groupama 3
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Those guys have got balls! Unfortunately by now, most of them are probably up around their throats. Incredible! good luck to them.
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