Thursday, 21 May 2009

VOR: Exploits of Padraig the Bear on board Green Dragon on Leg 7 to Galway


Padraig the bear takes on the helm, despite being unable to keep his paws on the deck! Image copyright Guo Chuan/Green Dragon Racing.

by SailRaceWin

Green Dragon's mascot, Padraig, is taking on some of the shades of Britain's Paddington - the Bear from Darkest Peru. He is seen below wearing sunnies, sailing shorts, and both helming and trimming, although not grinding - yet! (The human crew probably want to do this job to keep warm at present.)

Did someone remember to pack Padraig's passport?


Green Dragon's Skipper Ian Walker 'chats' to Padraig, who is at the wheel. Image copyright Guo Chuan/Green Dragon Racing.


Padraig the bear trimming. Image copyright Guo Chuan/Green Dragon Racing.


Padraig the bear trimming. Trimming isn't easy when you're only the same size as the winch! Image copyright Guo Chuan/Green Dragon Racing.

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