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Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: Getting to the Waypoint

November 24, 2023

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

Helsinki and Maiden got stuck in the centre of the High and are struggling to find the breeze to escape. They should be back in decent breeze soon and will be moving into a more tactical part of the race as they head for Southern shore of Tasmania.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: A cold front is approaching...

November 20, 2023

Antigua

Racing

The lack of weather information continuing to be problematic. The crew of Maiden will be watching the weather carefully for signs of a change, and a change is coming.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: It is getting serious for the 12 yachts now participating in the Ocean Globe Race second leg, from Cape Town to Auckland....

November 16, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

Luckily the navigators have taken it upon themselves to make the best of it and keep everyone as well informed as they can be by sharing information, which, considering the advantage a boat could gain by keeping it to themselves, shows very admirable qualities in the fleet. Maiden and Pen Duick 6 seem to have turned into the “go to” for reliable weather information.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: Surfing at High Speeds

November 13, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

It sounds from the reports that everyone is in good spirts on board Maiden, as well they should - they are sailing her like they stole her! They also seem to be the provider of all the radio entertainment for the fleet.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: High pressure, heading south, poor weather information - Sal's Latest Update!

November 10, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

Maiden has a very good HF radio and Heather is showing considerable skill in its use. They are sharing all their weather information with the rest of the fleet. They are under no obligation to do this but there is great camaraderie between the boats.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: High pressure, heading south, poor weather information - Sal's Latest Update!

November 10, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: Start of Leg 2 of the Ocean Globe Race

November 5, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

Today, Sunday, I was lucky enough to witness the Start of Leg 2 of the Ocean Globe Race, on a glorious day in the amazing city of Cape Town. The

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: its never over until you hear the gun.

October 10, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

Maiden and the other two lead boats are screaming along at the moment on a reach making good gains on the lead boat. There is a developing low out to the West.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: High Pressure in more ways than one

October 7, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

No skipper would happy at the restart, with less than a week to prepare the boat and crew for this gruelling cold leg. The idea of setting off badly prepared would be their worst nightmare.

#MaidenInspires - Carol Dawson

October 3, 2023

#MaidenInspires

Introducing our young people to Maiden was a real privilege as it has not only shown them another aspect of boating but engaged them with the Maiden message. Around half our Scouts are girls and for them equality in Scouting is business as usual.

Sal’s Ocean Globe Race Analysis: Hello Neptune!

October 2, 2023

Ocean Globe Race

The lead pack of 4 including Maiden are now well clear of the Doldrums, after a fairly easy passage through... although I am sure it didn’t feel like it as they sat baking hot on deck with the sails hanging from lack of wind.

Sal's Ocean Globe Race Analysis: All is about to change as the boats hit the infamous Doldrums

September 21, 2023

Auckland

World Tour Blog Posts

The leaders are now well down the track towards the Cape Verde Islands. Having successfully navigated between the Canary Islands and making the most of the accelerated wind between the Islands, Maiden is making good progress in the lead pack.

From Spinnakers to Sweet Treats: Lana's Daily Update on Sailing and Snacking aboard Maiden"

April 20, 2023

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After finishing up my breakfast I did some short reading on advanced sail trimming thanks to a book Skipper Heather gave me, it is concentrated and informative filled with pictures and explanations throughout - it has been a most helpful tool in improving my sail trimming.

Dinner time! Dehydrated food from The Trail Food Co. on Maiden

April 13, 2023

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

Dehydrating food has become increasingly popular recently. It's a preservation method that involves removing moisture from food, which inactivates the enzymes that would otherwise allow bacteria and other microorganisms to grow, effectively preventing spoilage. The result is a shelf-stable product that retains most of its nutritional value, flavor, and texture. Whether planning a long hike, a sail across an ocean or just want to extend the shelf life of your groceries, dehydrating food can be a good option. In fact, there's already a thriving community of people who make their own or purchase dehydrated food for their outdoor adventures, thanks to the benefits of this preservation method. Not only is dehydrated food convenient, lightweight, and easy to store, but it's also a great way to reduce food waste and enjoy your favorite foods on the go.

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation - by Hibo Wardere

February 6, 2023

Guest Blogs

San Francisco

I grew up with lots of questions full of questions on why? why would you do this to me, why did I have to go through so much pain to become a woman? why did you give me a deception party that everybody was telling me I'm going to be a woman and to become a woman, why is it associated with so much pain! I did not understand that.

Maiden and Masicorp

January 20, 2023

Guest Blogs

It was tough listening to the stories and witnessing the pain that these girls are holding in, but this was the first day of class and they are in very experienced safe hands. We felt privileged to be part of the ‘past, present and future’ exercise today; when we entered the classroom we noticed all the girls were drawing handprints on a large piece of coloured paper and writing on the palms and fingers of the hand. This lesson was being done to help the students acknowledge the past, live in the present and work towards a better future.

Ami - Daily Update 12/30

December 30, 2022

Hawaii

Vancouver

World Tour Blog Posts

The straightest route is not always the quickest one.

December 28, 2022

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

At daylight (4:30) as the wind carried on moving forward and staying at 20-25knots, we changed the J3 jib for the smaller staysail. We are expecting the wind to gradually go down during the day. As complete change a high pressure is extending towards us and we are expecting to be motoring by tomorrow…

There's no anchoring in the middle of the ocean...

December 19, 2022

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

Whales, tales, and dishes, Tis the life of a Maiden

December 18, 2022

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

This has been such a pleasant passage compared to some others that we have done lately. It's nearly double the length of time as our transatlantic was, but it feels like a breeze in comparison; we're not soaked every watch with rain and waves and battling upwind in 50 knots, quite the contrary, in fact.

Never underestimate woman power!

December 17, 2022

Los Angeles

World Tour Blog Posts

The dolphins has been coming for a visit during night watch n during the day false killer whales came to say hi. It really been good n amazing sailing and I'm learning everyday. I am enjoying this ocean adventure!!

Never underestimate woman power!

December 17, 2022

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

There is always something to learn when you are at sea.

December 16, 2022

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

One of the things I love most about Maiden is the sharing of knowledge. Everyone that steps on board has something to teach and also something to learn. Whether that knowledge is to do with sailing, stars, marine animals or just random facts everything is valued and exchanged.

The Maiden team visit ASEDEME in Dakar.

December 16, 2022

Maiden’s 2021 World Tour

After this, we went through the courtyard and out to the area where the students grow vegetables. It’s surprisingly easy to grow in Dakar which you wouldn’t think, as it's so hot and part of the desert, but amazingly they produce a lot of food.

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