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 Close to the Wind - Pete Goss
 Close to the Wind - Pete Goss ... winning the 'Vendee Globe' single-handed round the world race by turning back to in order to rescue French sailor Raphael Dinelli. This is his story.Newest Review: ... a normal life in order to pursue his passion for round the world yacht racing. His relentless pursuit of sponsorship to make ... more ... his projects happen are both a tutorial and an inspiration for anyone involved in similar ventures. Even if you do not intend to race single-handed around the world or climb Everest, this story has a lot to teach you. A single-minded dedication to one aim can accomplish the most remarkable results. Away from the trials of getting a yacht on the water, the story of the actual sailing is grippingly told in a down to earth and fast paced fashion. From surgery performed on himself, without anaesthetic, in heaving seas ...more |
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On December 25, 1996, Pete Goss turned his 50 - ft yacht Aqua Quo ... Last Update 11.12.2009 06:11
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Close to the Wind - Pete Goss: Determination Personified (378 words)
by - written on 23/11/00 (Very useful, 102 readings)
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Pete Goss is becoming a household name. The media seem to delight in prophesising the failure of his latest project, Team Phillips. The sight of the revolutionary, blue catamaran limping back to Totnes is common on the evening news. Despite these setbacks, after reading Close To The Wind, I have no doubt that Team Phillips will succeed. The sub-title of Close To The Wind should read, "A Study Of Determination." Close To The Wind is the autobiography of a remarkable sailor. Pete Goss has consistently shunned a normal life in order to pursue his passion for round the world yacht racing. His relentless pursuit of sponsorship to make his projects happen ... Read the complete review
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