Behind the scenes on board Impossible Dream with Geoff Holt
by Emma Slater on 28 Nov 2009
Geoff Holt onboard his catamaran, specially adapted for him as he trains to sail the Atlantic single-handed to become the first quadriplegic to do so. onEdition
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Get a sneak peak behind the scenes of ‘Impossible Dream’ the 60ft Catamaran that quadriplegic sailor Geoff Holt will be sailing across the Atlantic for his ‘Personal Atlantic’ challenge with the latest programme from Sailability TV.
The two short videos, narrated by Geoff, will be available to view from 5 December.
Geoff will talk you through the background of this magnificent boat, its history and design as well as a more detailed look at how it all works, the challenges he faces onboard and the gadgets that make it all possible.
Geoff, an Ambassador for RYA Sailability, will be embarking on his challenge in December 2009. The 3,000 mile journey will take him up to a month to complete, across some of the most hostile waters in the world.
In completing his Challenge, Geoff Holt will become the first quadriplegic to make the journey, unassisted in every aspect of the sailing.
Visit www.ryasailability.tv to view this latest footage and other great Sailability TV programmes.
To follow Geoff’s progress visit www.geoffholt.com
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