April 1, 2015. Leg 5 to Itajai onboard Team Alvimedica. Day 15. Conditions worsen as the fleet outuns a nasty system of low pressure moving east off the coast of South America, with upwind sailing in 35-40 knots of wind creating uncomfortable sailing. Stu Bannatyne drives upwind in very rough South Atlantic conditions.

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April 1, 2015. Leg 5 to Itajai onboard Team Alvimedica. Day 15. Conditions worsen as the fleet outuns a nasty system of low pressure moving east off the coast of South America, with upwind sailing in 35-40 knots of wind creating uncomfortable sailing. Stu Bannatyne drives upwind in very rough South Atlantic conditions.

© Amory Ross / Team Alvimedica

April 1, 2015. Leg 5 to Itajai onboard Team Alvimedica. Day 15. Conditions worsen as the fleet outuns a nasty system of low pressure moving east off the coast of South America, with upwind sailing in 35-40 knots of wind creating uncomfortable sailing. Stu Bannatyne drives upwind in very rough South Atlantic conditions. photo copyright Amory Ross / Team Alvimedica taken at and featuring the class

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