Somewhere between Panama and the Marquesas, after covering some 2,705 miles, the Kapa Rico crew crossed the equator aboard the catamaran they've been living on for the past seven years. A symbolic moment for all sailors, even more so when you live on your boat all year round, with your family.
A traditional ceremony revisited
As is customary, the "pollywogs" (those who have never yet crossed the line) were presented to the sea gods in a joyful and creative staging. Dressed in quirky costumes - mops for skirts, umbrellas on their heads, oversized glasses and make-up - the crew members took it in turns to make their offerings: messages to the sea, metal objects, homemade food and a bird woven from coconut leaves.
One christening followed another, performed with large buckets of salt water, before they received their personalized badges, 3D printed on board.
A signature on the 0° line
But it was the original initiative of writing the boat's name on the equator using their GPS track that made the day unique. By multiplying precise course changes, the catamaran "drew" the word "Kapa Rico" in the heart of the Pacific, adding a heart as a finishing touch. An unprecedented gesture immortalized on the maps of their navigation application.
An unforgettable day
For Sophie, Charly, Amelia and Hervé, it was a day to remember. The rite of passage was respected, the tradition renewed, and a very real trace of their crossing will remain inscribed on maps and in memories. An original and poetic way to celebrate an extraordinary family adventure.
