| Geronimo approaching Ushant in Jules Verne attempt |
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At 09:00 GMT today, the Cap Gemini and Schneider Electric trimaran was hauling herself along at around 8 knots towards the finish line that she hopes to cross tonight. With no wind to speak of, Olivier de Kersauson and his 10-man crew could either benefit or suffer from the high tides (tide coefficient 114), which are particularly strong at this Equinoctial time. These currents can reach over seven knots near the island of Ushant, so with no engine and no wind, the trimaran must approach the line with great care, but paradoxically, it is this same current that may help her cross it! At the time of Equinox, the day and night are of equal length, because the sun is above the earth's equator. In this position, the sun has the effect of increasing the height of the tides, and when the sun and moon are aligned in synegy, the tides are at their highest. This period is normally associated with drastic changes in the weather. However, it's been a week since the current high pressure system began to dominate Europe and all the signs are that it will be some time before it releases its grip. www.grandsrecords.com Geronimo's position : Day 67 Geronimo's position at 03:00 GMT Latitude Longitude Distance in 24hr Average speed Geronimo 46°00N 8°50W 198.39 nautical miles 8.27 Distance to Ouessant: at 17:00 GMT: 96 nautical miles
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