The good news is that the seas have settled into a more regular pattern, making conditions more comfortable again. To improve his course under spinnaker, Éric has changed the sail's tack attachment point, originally secured to a short bowsprit, moving it forward toward the bow using a triangular bridle arrangement. This modification now allows him to sail at an angle of 165° to the true wind, helping him optimize his route toward Guadeloupe without sacrificing speed.
The day also brought a welcome interlude for the sailor: several seabirds came to play around the catamaran, repeatedly diving into the water to catch fish nearby. "That really was the highlight of the day!" A welcome sight after a month alone in the middle of the Atlantic.
But Éric is also keeping a close eye on the official Route du Rhum tracker. His personal challenge remains unchanged: to reach Pointe-à-Pitre before the race's leading competitors! Beyond the symbolic achievement, there's also a practical reason: passage through the Canal des Saintes could be closed to other traffic during certain race arrivals. Better to get there ahead of them.
Éric is particularly watching the progress of the trimaran SVR-Lazartigue, which was leading according to his observations, while also keeping an eye on his favorite, Sodebo Ultim 3, in third place at the time of his message. "Nothing's decided yet, and I think Thomas can do it!" A word of encouragement for Thomas Coville, whose race he's following enthusiastically.
For Skiboo 2, the priority remains navigating the final miles and the approach to Guadeloupe. After a month of nonstop sailing, powered entirely by the wind, Éric can finally see the end of his incredible adventure.
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