Logbook of racing-yacht Maiden.

This comprehensive logbook chronicles the journey of the racing yacht MAIDEN during the 1989-1990 Whitbread Round-the-World Yacht Race. The book includes a detailed daily log from the crew, including wind speed, thermal conditions, and positional data, alongside the personal insights and remarks of the crew members. These entries offer an intimate look into the mindset of the crew as they navigate one of the world’s toughest sailing challenges.
The table of contents includes information on geographical locations, such as New Zealand (Auckland), Tasmania, Antigua, and Sombrero Island, all of which are key stopovers during the race.

Object Details

ID: LOG/M/96/1
Type: Logbook
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 1989-12-23-1990-04-13; 1989-1990
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 280 x 220 x 24 mm
Parts: MAIDEN Whitbread Round-the-World Yacht Race Log and snapshot race position. (Logbook)
  • Logbook of racing-yacht Maiden. (Logbook) (LOG/M/96/1)