Sailing in the South Seas is no easy task. Hugo, The Sailing Frenchman participates in the round-the-world race, The Clipper Round World Race. He is on board one of the one-designs that sail with a crew. And this time the news is good as they have managed to take the lead.
From Cape Town (South Africa) they attack the roaring 40th. And these seas are proving true to their reputation for strong winds and frozen sea spray. The crew will even get some hail. In this atmosphere, Hugo, the mate on board, has to motivate the crew and maintain everyone's morale. However, it is cold on deck and the nights are long.
The testimony is quite eloquent and brings us back to the pleasure of sailing. Why, do sailors like to put themselves in such situations? Hugo with his frankness partly answers this question.
