Barcolana, Trieste Italy

The Esk · October 9, 2012

On Sunday I am participating in the Barcolana - one of the world's largest boat races.

Over 2,000 boats from 6m up to 30m+ will be taking part. I know we won't win but we will be looking to finish in the top 100 and perhaps 1st in class.

Will send some pictures whilst there, but here's a couple to wet the appetite!

BlueLlama · October 9, 2012

Go get em Esk

edge · October 9, 2012

looks brill that , best of luck, no matter were you finish what an experiance that will be. ps that boat would look even better with an everton flag flying .

The Esk · October 9, 2012

Thanks guys - that is a brilliant idea "edge" - will sort it out!

Here's a picture of the boat we're sailing in (not the exact boat but the same model)

carlos21 · October 9, 2012

very nice mate

edge · October 9, 2012

the esk said:
Thanks guys - that is a brilliant idea "edge" - will sort it out!Here's a picture of the boat we're sailing in (not the exact boat but the same model)

that bottom picture is great, do you sail it over to spain as well that would be a good trip, not one i would feel cumfortable with as im not to confident on the open water.

The Esk · October 9, 2012

Edge - it's not my boat - wish it was! The owner keeps it in the eastern med, normally in Croatia

gheesom · October 9, 2012

Have fun, and good luck.

Nedakey2004 · October 9, 2012

Go for it man, do us proud.

Bruce Wayne · October 9, 2012

Sailing is good fun. Do you have a particular role on the boat Esk?

Reidy's Bottle Of Grecian · October 9, 2012

FORZA ESK !!

The Esk and his family are the g.o.t.ers most likely to be in an adventure program doing a round the world row, or tandem ride via both poles, towing their boat over the ice on bikes with nail tyres.

If the Esk was Ralph Fiennes it would be pronounced with an 'L' in it as well.

You must have loved going on camp with the B.B., I hated them in some ways because I couldn't swim, so couldn't do anything that involved water, which is why I've got my kids swimming as early as possible.

The Esk · October 9, 2012

Bruce Wayne said:
Sailing is good fun. Do you have a particular role on the boat Esk?

Ballast! and entertainments officer in the evening!

I'm not a sailor, am certainly the least experienced crew member

TheFinnFan · October 9, 2012

Oh wow! How cool is that!

The Esk · October 9, 2012

Reidy's Bottle Of Grecian said:
FORZA ESK !!

The Esk and his family are the g.o.t.ers most likely to be in an adventure program doing a round the world row, or tandem ride via both poles, towing their boat over the ice on bikes with nail tyres.

If the Esk was Ralph Fiennes it would be pronounced with an 'L' in it as well.

You must have loved going on camp with the B.B., I hated them in some ways because I couldn't swim, so couldn't do anything that involved water, which is why I've got my kids swimming as early as possible.

Thanks Reidy - I have always loved the outdoor life, count myself very fortunate now to be able to do a few of the things I've wanted to do.

We've got a load of sponsorship too so are splitting the proceeds for a couple of children's charities, so some good will come out of it as well as a good time!