Yesterday we wheeled VESTAS Sailrocket 2 outside and fully rigged her up for the first time. We wanted to do a trial lift with the crane in preparation for the launch. Everything went smoothly in the perfectly calm evening weather. There really wasn't a breath of wind.

We hoisted the 'creature' into the sky and walked around underneath her trying to take it in. Surrounded by nothing but air she looked right at home. I guess she is as much an aircraft as she is a boat. Sailing is all about the two mediums and yet we still consider sailing boats most from the perspective of the water.

This boat is designed and built to do more than break records. She has a purpose and that is to prove a point and show a clear path forward. If she is successful then the records will come with the territory.

The weather is still looking good for Tuesday. Both boats are now rigged in Venture Quays. I have to go and play with the details now.

It will be great to add our own little bit of 'flying boat' history to East Cowes.

The event will be open to the public from 1330 onwards so if you want to come and see both the boats then this is your chance. We will be off to Namibia straight afterwards.

We will be right beside the red funnel terminal in East Cowes on March the 8th.

Cheers, Paul.