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Finish the Race

I think closing the door in St Petersburg is the right way to finish off Team Russia

June 22 2009

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Ben Costello

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Auckland born Ben acts as trimmer and helm for the sailing team.  He is a graduate of the Royal New Zealand Youth scheme and has completed two Sydney to Hobart races, one Fastnet, the Asian circuit, Transpac regattas and a two-handed race Round North Island (NZ).

Position:
Trim / Helm

Date of birth:
17-06-1979

Height:
1.75 m

Weight:
82 kg

Nationality:
New Zealand

Ben’s hobbies include mountain biking, running and rugby. His worst moment sailing was through the middle of a tornado in the 2001 Sydney to Hobart race. His best was winning Bay of Islands sailing week in a sports boats for its excitment and reward.

After a long trip on freeze dried food he looks forward to a steak, medium rear with green pepper sauce, served with a side of fries and fresh salad. (Yum)

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Dead calm

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In Port Practice

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Ben Costello

Ben Costello
//Trim / Helm

Normal is 20 knots+

After a couple of days ashore in a comfy bed, you forget some of the worst bits and just remember the best.

06th November 2008