on the water
Island Life - June/July 2010
Dreams that became reality
It began as the ultimate challenge
and the boat got back safely,” Peter
the coastline, because going in straight
for three teenagers with a thirst for
recalls. “They were going nowhere until
lines was much quicker. So at one point
adventure, expertly guided by a man
I was happy with the standards they
near the Firth of Forth they were 80
with a wealth of nautical experience.
reached.”
miles out to sea.”
Now, nearly three years on a strong
Preparation included the modification
bond has developed between the trio
of a 10-year-old RIB with a new engine
youngest crew and in the fastest time
who undertook the marathon trip
and fuel tanks, and essential navigation
for production boats under 30ft, was
around the coast of Britain and Ireland
equipment. Eventually all was in place
not without its mishaps. The Irish Sea
in a 29ft RIB, and the man who helped
for Jack, Archie