A total of 5 boats were already forced to leave the race due to various problems and unforeseen events, but Bertie and James are still going strong. Despite broken oars, high waves and hard wind the Facing the Atlantic team seems more determined then ever to reach Barbados.
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So how did they celebrate Christmas? Take a look for yourselves.
The following videos show an overview of their first month at sea. I get seasick just looking at them.
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