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Best of luck, guy's I know you can do it, and dont be throwing the other one overboard!!!!! Steve.

we'l be wearing your t-shirts tomo for that extra bit of luck. (and so that you can have a little chuckle at the thought of us going out for the whole day wearing the same thing!) we're with you all the way-although we might take the t-shirts off after the first few weeks........for hygene reasons! Chris and Sarah XX

Best of luck, we're thinking of you and looking forward to hearing the stories once you reach the other end! Take care and look after yourselves!! Lots of love, Fiona and Simon x x x

Andy and Guy went West today To chase Sarah and "dippers" ocean spray ~ Our hearts go with them as they say ..... their last farewells to all at home and far away! Down Under at Geraldton's waterside we wave off Flying Ferkins so proud ~ of them rowing side by side Fair winds and seas go with you both today ~ We love you Guy and Andy the stars are guiding you on your way (We went along side of them for the first three and a half miles as they rowed out into the ocean. WOW ..... Powerful day!!!!!!!!!)

Good luck guys. I shall log on daily to follow you both. Sarah sends her best wishes. Go for it BUT stay safe. We Mums all want you back in one piece!! Helen

Lots and lots of lots of luck guys. Be heros!

Sorry we could not make the technology work yesterday but with Fiona's help this morning, we are now able to see that you have been going for 16 hours. You have been in our thoughts and we both wish you strength, health and good luck! My apple phone is showing Geraldton as 23C and sunny every day. Love Gillian and Peter

Helen We should have our own club ~ Can we call it MOOR ~ Mother's Of Ocean Rowers (Met Lima and Gerard today, they came on board with us following the boys ~ ) Give best wishes to Sarah too! xtina

Godspeed chaps.

Boys - i'm so proud of you, I will be thinking of you both every step of the way, and I can't wait to hear about all your exciting adventures. Gem xx

Well done Tom. Cant believe they were on Radio 1 news, will have to try and find that. Blogging will now become an integral part of all our lives, we will become pros.

Hi, guys. This is Marcel, Gerard's friend from Mauritius. Just wishing you all the best and be sure that we shall look after you this end. You don't come to Paradise every day! Ask your parents to get in touch with me. marcellindsay@yahoo.fr C U soon.

Bet you are pleased it is finally underway. 37 miles and counting as I write this. The trick is to keep rowing! Have fun and GOOD LUCK. Cuthbert.T.Camel aka Rob & Pam

Just want to wish you both the best of luck - can't stop thinking about you even woke up in the night wondering how you were doing. Andy and Clive

Can't believe that race clock is finally ticking! All the hard work is over, just the simple case of rowing across and ocean now! Bon Voyage guys- looking forward to the reunion with 2 world record holders! Sarah- would be interested in listening to the radio 1 clip if you get hold of it! Neil. P.S. I'm ready for some serious blogging action....

This is just sooo exciting! Sitting in the office here in Merseyside, we are all rooting for you, good luck you two!! it will become part of my day, to check on how you are and report it back to everyone here, we are all just so impressed with what you have achieved so far! Take care Ricki - Merseyside Ship Stores Ltd

It is difficult to describe the excitement, support and endless goodwill you are generating this end. If one small bit of it gets to you two you will be truly flying that ferkin! Good luck!

good luck boys!! thinking of you xxxx i am so proud of you both it is a privlegde to know you xxxx

Good message Tom. It's good to see where Guy and Andrew are. It's pretty exciting watching the race progress from my desk Race on gents! We know you can do it!! Meanwhile I'd better do some work.... Karen x

How exciting - you have started this incredible adventure. I think you both are just amazing and I am with you in spirit all the way to Mauritius. I'm ready to organise that homecoming party for you with a world record in hand!!! With love and endless support Amy - Dragonfly Events x