Racing Around the World Alone

The story of the 20082009 Vendée Globe race 30 skippers embark on a quest to be the fastest to sail 27000 miles around the world non stop without assistance and alone on 60 foot sailboats This is one of the most extreme challenges a human being can face The sailors are alone at sea for months and physical and emotional strength are essential Growlers Icebergs sea mammals and massive waves are a constant danger On any day the forces of nature can bring an end to the best sailors well made plans They harness the wind hope for safe passage over the sea and push hard to win They are a testament to the audacity of the human spirit