canoe from Hawaii embarks on global voyage

[Les Hall]

To take the Hokulea for a spin off the coast of Oahu is to see the Hawaiian islands in perhaps the same way as their discoverers did hundreds of years ago.

Those seafarers likely arrived on a boat resembling the double-hulled canoe, bridged by a modest deck, compelled by three sails, steered by a rudder, its components held fast with ropes rather than screws or nails.

Weather willing, the 62-foot vessel is scheduled to leave Hawaii Monday on its longest-ever ocean voyage. Relying on wind and stars to guide it, the Hokulea will chase the horizon for 47,000 miles, dropping anchor at 85 ports on six continents.

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/legendary-canoe-from-hawaii-embarks-on-global-voyage/

We should start a pool on when they will get in trouble and expect the CG to spend tens of thousands of dollars to rescue them.

 

[Audrey II]

I'll take September 15 +- two weeks for them to be calling for help. I think this might be a little optimistic on my part!

 

[GeeBee]

They ought to have to put up a "rescue bond".

 

[Les Hall]

I agree. This, and many like it, are commercial ventures sponsored by various corporation. Article says they hope to raise $30 million. The vessel looks like it cost about thirty dollars so it seems like there should be enough money left to buy an insurance policy or post a bond to cover the cost of any required rescue. All of these stunts should be so required. Reminds me of the guy who sailed across the Atlantic in a 13' boat. Tried the same thing across the Pacific and disappeared.