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0:00:24 > 0:00:26- The Three Peaks Yacht race.
0:00:26 > 0:00:30- One of the world's - most challenging adventure races.
0:00:31 > 0:00:34- Teams of five sail almost 400 miles - from Barmouth to Fort William.
0:00:37 > 0:00:41- Along the way, three runners - run up the highest peaks...
0:00:41 > 0:00:44- ..of Wales, England and Scotland.
0:00:44 > 0:00:47- The first team - to scale Ben Nevis wins.
0:00:53 > 0:00:55- The first peak - Snowdon.
0:01:03 > 0:01:06- Dawn breaks on the second day.
0:01:06 > 0:01:10- We're following the five girls - from Aparito Digital.
0:01:10 > 0:01:13- The runners - are Lowri Morgan and Jo Jackson.
0:01:13 > 0:01:16- Jo is suffering - and the team are losing ground.
0:01:20 > 0:01:26- Back in Caernarfon, Pip Hare, - Elin Haf Davies and Nikki Curwen...
0:01:27 > 0:01:30- ..get the yacht ready - for the second leg of the journey...
0:01:31 > 0:01:32- ..when Lowri and Jo return.
0:01:42 > 0:01:45- All the runners are miles away - from the quay.
0:01:45 > 0:01:50- The Wight Rose team of - Alex Pilkington and Pavel Paloncy...
0:01:50 > 0:01:52- ..lead the way down Snowdon.
0:01:52 > 0:01:55- They're the strongest runners - in the race.
0:01:55 > 0:01:58- They reached Caernarfon - in fifth place...
0:01:58 > 0:02:00- ..but they now lead.
0:02:02 > 0:02:05- Concentration is crucial - in the day's early light.
0:02:06 > 0:02:10- With weary legs, the path - can be deceptive and dangerous.
0:02:14 > 0:02:18- There's no time to slow down. - The sailors are eager to leave.
0:02:19 > 0:02:23- It's a race back to Caernarfon - before a journey to Whitehaven.
0:02:32 > 0:02:35- Lowri hits her stride - but Jo has lost ground.
0:02:36 > 0:02:38- We're under a lot of pressure.
0:02:38 > 0:02:41- We were second - when we reached Snowdon...
0:02:42 > 0:02:45- ..but three teams have overtaken us.
0:02:47 > 0:02:50- I really want to make up some time.
0:02:53 > 0:02:54- Morning.
0:02:54 > 0:02:56- Morning.- - Hiya, how are you?
0:02:57 > 0:02:59- Good thanks, how are you?
0:03:03 > 0:03:05- Lowri must look out for her partner.
0:03:05 > 0:03:07- Teamwork is essential.
0:03:07 > 0:03:12- Both must return - to Caernarfon together.
0:03:17 > 0:03:19- Jo suffered on the climb.
0:03:20 > 0:03:21- How you doing, Jo?
0:03:21 > 0:03:25- My back's very sore - but we're doing alright.
0:03:26 > 0:03:28- Doing alright.
0:03:28 > 0:03:31- They must carry on relentlessly.
0:03:31 > 0:03:36- The Aparito Digital girls are under - pressure from the other teams...
0:03:37 > 0:03:38- ..in pursuit.
0:03:43 > 0:03:46- The gate signifies - the end of the mountain path.
0:03:46 > 0:03:51- The runners have another nine miles - to run before reaching the yachts.
0:03:54 > 0:03:59- Paloncy and Pilkington lead the way. - They're running side by side.
0:04:01 > 0:04:05- Geoff West and his yacht, - Wight Rose, await in the harbour.
0:04:07 > 0:04:11- There are concerned looks - on board the Aparito.
0:04:11 > 0:04:13- Where are Jo and Lowri?
0:04:18 > 0:04:22- Every second will count - in the race to leave Caernarfon.
0:04:22 > 0:04:24- The clock is ticking.
0:04:34 > 0:04:38- The tide has turned and Elin and - her sailors look on helplessly...
0:04:38 > 0:04:41- ..as yachts come - in to collect their runners...
0:04:41 > 0:04:43- ..gaining a crucial advantage.
0:04:45 > 0:04:47- Team after team arrive back...
0:04:48 > 0:04:50- ..but there's no sign - of Lowri and Jo.
0:04:54 > 0:04:57- We don't know who they are, no?
0:05:06 > 0:05:08- OK?
0:05:12 > 0:05:16- Numerous teams have gained - a significant advantage...
0:05:16 > 0:05:18- ..over Aparito Digital.
0:05:25 > 0:05:27- WHISTLING
0:05:28 > 0:05:30- Finally, they're back.
0:05:32 > 0:05:34- Well done, girls.
0:05:39 > 0:05:44- Despite being exhausted, - they continue to the steps...
0:05:44 > 0:05:47- ..and board the yacht - quickly and safely.
0:06:04 > 0:06:06- The five are reunited - on board the Aparito.
0:06:07 > 0:06:09- The relief is evident.
0:06:14 > 0:06:18- Within the confines of the boarding - area, the boat's engine can be used.
0:06:18 > 0:06:21- Pip and Nikki - take advantage of the rule.
0:06:21 > 0:06:24- The sailors - tackle the Menai Strait...
0:06:25 > 0:06:28- ..while the runners - recuperate body and soul.
0:06:30 > 0:06:34- Jo was suffering a lot - with a bad back.
0:06:35 > 0:06:39- We shared the bags.
0:06:39 > 0:06:42- Well, I carried Jo's bag.
0:06:44 > 0:06:45- KETTLE WHISTLES
0:06:46 > 0:06:50- That's a common occurrence - in ultra races.
0:06:51 > 0:06:54- We arrived back in under five hours.
0:06:55 > 0:06:57- All the yachts are close together.
0:06:59 > 0:07:02- We haven't lost too much time.
0:07:02 > 0:07:04- The girls are back - in seventh place...
0:07:05 > 0:07:08- ..but as they sail down the strait, - they're still in contention.
0:07:09 > 0:07:15- These are treacherous waters - and the Swellies are enough...
0:07:15 > 0:07:18- ..to frighten - the most experienced sailors.
0:07:18 > 0:07:21- They will have to take care - as they navigate the yacht.
0:07:22 > 0:07:26- They will pass Beaumaris - and Puffin Island...
0:07:26 > 0:07:31- ..before entering Morecambe Bay - to sail 100 miles to Whitehaven...
0:07:31 > 0:07:34- ..and the next mountain stage - - Scafell Pike.
0:07:34 > 0:07:37- The race to Whitehaven will be slow.
0:07:37 > 0:07:41- It's a pedestrian procession - along the Menai Straits.
0:07:42 > 0:07:46- Apart from Wight Rose, - no-one has gained an advantage.
0:07:46 > 0:07:48- The oars are out again.
0:07:49 > 0:07:53- Elin Haf's experience rowing - across the oceans is priceless.
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- Nikki and I - have just started rowing.
0:07:58 > 0:08:01- The wind has dropped significantly.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- Both of us are doing well, - as you can see.
0:08:07 > 0:08:10- We're now in second place.
0:08:10 > 0:08:14- I think we're catching up with...
0:08:17 > 0:08:18- ..the leaders.
0:08:18 > 0:08:22- Without a breeze, - this is a rowing race.
0:08:22 > 0:08:26- Rowing a seven-tonne sailing yacht - is no easy task.
0:08:26 > 0:08:30- Geoff West is a mile ahead, - approaching the Swellies...
0:08:30 > 0:08:33- ..and working hard - to stretch his lead.
0:08:36 > 0:08:40- It's time to roll the sleeves up, - this is hard work.
0:08:40 > 0:08:43- My backside hurts!
0:08:48 > 0:08:50- The aim - is to keep the yacht moving...
0:08:50 > 0:08:54- ..by rowing or catching - a light breeze in the sails.
0:08:54 > 0:08:58- Tacking, or zigzagging - close to the shore helps...
0:08:58 > 0:09:01- ..but it's a dangerous tactic.
0:09:01 > 0:09:05- The channel is narrow - with high sandbanks on each side.
0:09:06 > 0:09:09- They've stopped - - the yacht isn't moving.
0:09:11 > 0:09:14- Lowri, Jo.
0:09:15 > 0:09:17- Aparito is stuck on the sand.
0:09:17 > 0:09:22- The girls could be stuck for hours - and their race over.
0:09:27 > 0:09:30- Sailing onwards is Geoff West - and his Wight Rose team.
0:09:30 > 0:09:33- They've crossed the Swellies safely.
0:09:33 > 0:09:37- Paloncy is on the oars - just hours after conquering Snowdon.
0:09:45 > 0:09:48- The girls row the yacht clear - of the submerged sandbanks.
0:09:48 > 0:09:53- Elin Haf stretches every muscle - - this is an emergency.
0:09:57 > 0:09:59- Lowri, come and sit here with Jo.
0:10:01 > 0:10:05- Spin it as far as you can for me. - It might already be.
0:10:05 > 0:10:07- These are crucial seconds.
0:10:16 > 0:10:18- Should we stop rowing?
0:10:19 > 0:10:21- Finally, the yacht is freed.
0:10:21 > 0:10:25- It's moving again - and the race is rescued.
0:10:27 > 0:10:31- Relief, but the girls - have lost time to Rho, Run & Sail.
0:10:37 > 0:10:42- Despite dropping to third place - and losing time to Wight Rose...
0:10:42 > 0:10:46- ..Aparito have passed the Swellies - and lead most of the fleet.
0:10:47 > 0:10:51- Elin and the crew continue - to work hard and pull on the oars.
0:10:55 > 0:11:00- They pass the final bridge and - head for Bangor Pier and Whitehaven.
0:11:00 > 0:11:05- The all-female Aparito Digital crew - are still in contention.
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0:11:15 > 0:11:18- After rowing out - of the Menai Straits...
0:11:18 > 0:11:21- ..past the Swellies - to the open sea...
0:11:21 > 0:11:24- ..Aparito are 85 miles - from Whitehaven.
0:11:24 > 0:11:28- The yacht is barely moving - on the calm sea.
0:11:29 > 0:11:32- That's the nature of yacht racing.
0:11:32 > 0:11:36- You use a lot of physical, - mental and emotional energy...
0:11:36 > 0:11:42- ..trying to get somewhere and then, - the weather has a different idea.
0:11:46 > 0:11:50- Well, the past six hours - has been difficult.
0:11:51 > 0:11:53- There's still no wind.
0:11:53 > 0:11:57- We're still in third place, I think.
0:11:59 > 0:12:04- There's work to do but Nikki and I - need to eat and sleep.
0:12:06 > 0:12:09- The crew are shattered.
0:12:09 > 0:12:13- Other yachts utilise their oars - but Pip's decision is to rest.
0:12:13 > 0:12:17- Lose a little time now - to regain it if the wind picks up.
0:12:23 > 0:12:26- The forecast - is for absolutely no wind...
0:12:26 > 0:12:28- ..for over 24 hours.
0:12:29 > 0:12:35- We should be in better form - once we're all rested and well fed.
0:12:36 > 0:12:39- We'll be able to come back at them - later on.
0:12:40 > 0:12:44- Moby J gains some time - but sleep is more important.
0:12:44 > 0:12:47- Even Pip has an hour's shut-eye.
0:12:47 > 0:12:51- Without wind, Lowri finds time - for a personal pedicure.
0:12:57 > 0:13:01- I slept for a few hours - after the first stage.
0:13:01 > 0:13:02- I feel strong.
0:13:03 > 0:13:06- I have a few deep blisters - on my feet.
0:13:08 > 0:13:10- It's so deep.
0:13:10 > 0:13:12- It looks worse than it is.
0:13:14 > 0:13:18- I'd never make a foot model, - that's for sure.
0:13:22 > 0:13:27- Jo is also tending to her feet - after a painful run up Snowdon.
0:13:31 > 0:13:33- We worked well as a team
0:13:34 > 0:13:37- Both of us are similar - in our mind-set.
0:13:37 > 0:13:42- You can see - that Jo is strong-willed.
0:13:42 > 0:13:46- She was in a lot of pain - but she battled her way through it.
0:13:46 > 0:13:50- Every time I offered to stop, - she said she'd catch me up...
0:13:50 > 0:13:52- ..and I knew she would.
0:13:52 > 0:13:55- I like that in a running partner.
0:13:59 > 0:14:03- Finally, after 32 hours of steady - racing since leaving Barmouth...
0:14:03 > 0:14:07- ..the wind picks up - and the team are ready for it.
0:14:09 > 0:14:13- I've just been woken up - to change the sails.
0:14:13 > 0:14:17- The girls made the correct decision - to change to an A4 sail.
0:14:17 > 0:14:24- That's helped increase the - yacht's speed quite significantly.
0:14:25 > 0:14:28- I hope that keeps us ahead.
0:14:28 > 0:14:34- Dee Caffari responds - after her mistake on Bardsey Sound.
0:14:34 > 0:14:36- With Whitehaven 40 miles away...
0:14:37 > 0:14:39- ..she's back with the frontrunners.
0:14:40 > 0:14:44- We can see the leaders ahead of us, - the girls there, the Welsh team...
0:14:44 > 0:14:47- ..running along - the edge of the windfarm.
0:14:47 > 0:14:50- We're desperately - trying to track them down.
0:14:50 > 0:14:53- Everyone else is behind - so I have a smile again.
0:14:54 > 0:14:57- Now we have a breeze, - we have to make it work for us.
0:14:57 > 0:15:00- Dee has experience - from the world's great oceans.
0:15:00 > 0:15:03- She's more than able to cope - in the roughest conditions.
0:15:03 > 0:15:06- We've got to hope - the wind stays there.
0:15:08 > 0:15:11- But as night falls, the wind abates.
0:15:17 > 0:15:19- In the weak light - of early morning...
0:15:19 > 0:15:21- ..Whitehaven can be seen - in the distance.
0:15:22 > 0:15:25- So close but without any breeze, - so far away.
0:15:25 > 0:15:29- Frustrated, they must re-introduce - the oars on board Aparito Digital.
0:15:34 > 0:15:39- I've had very little sleep - in the past few hours.
0:15:41 > 0:15:43- Since leaving Caernarfon...
0:15:43 > 0:15:45- ..I've had an hour's sleep.
0:15:49 > 0:15:51- That feels a long time ago.
0:15:51 > 0:15:54- When I was meant to sleep...
0:15:55 > 0:15:57- ..I had to start rowing.
0:16:00 > 0:16:01- Not far now.
0:16:02 > 0:16:04- Whitehaven is a tidal bay.
0:16:04 > 0:16:08- The inner harbour - is accessed via a lock...
0:16:08 > 0:16:11- ..and access is impossible - during low tide.
0:16:11 > 0:16:15- Missing the tide will result - in a five-hour wait.
0:16:15 > 0:16:18- The tide has turned - and water levels are dropping.
0:16:18 > 0:16:21- It's a race to reach the harbour - in time.
0:16:24 > 0:16:28- Without wind, Dee Caffari - drops back to eight place.
0:16:28 > 0:16:31- She's in danger of missing the tide.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- Aparito's crew also realise - that these are crucial moments.
0:16:37 > 0:16:41- It's one really big last push. - Everybody is exhausted.
0:16:42 > 0:16:44- We're ready for the finish.
0:16:47 > 0:16:50- While tired sailors row...
0:16:50 > 0:16:53- ..Lowri and Jo prepare - for the next challenge...
0:16:54 > 0:16:58- ..8-10 hours on the wet slopes - of Scafell Pike.
0:16:58 > 0:17:02- Southampton University, in second - place, have caught the tide.
0:17:03 > 0:17:07- Pure Attitude is the first yacht - to reach the lock.
0:17:11 > 0:17:16- They dock the yacht with a 20-minute - advantage for their young runners.
0:17:20 > 0:17:22- Aparito is the third yacht - to arrive.
0:17:22 > 0:17:26- Pip is concerned - about the dropping water level.
0:17:26 > 0:17:29- They hope to get the - lock master's permission to dock.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- Lowri and Jo must be ready - for all eventualities.
0:17:33 > 0:17:35- It's raining.
0:17:36 > 0:17:41- I don't know how prepared I am for - this weather but we have no choice.
0:17:41 > 0:17:44- We have to get on with it...
0:17:44 > 0:17:50- ..and forget about the wet and - slippery conditions on the mountain.
0:17:50 > 0:17:54- I'm expecting mist - on the summit of Scafell Pike.
0:17:54 > 0:17:56- Thanks, girls.
0:17:57 > 0:17:59- Back on firm land at last.
0:17:59 > 0:18:04- This is the only stage - that combines cycling and running.
0:18:04 > 0:18:07- The transition team - have their bikes ready.
0:18:10 > 0:18:13- Moby J arrive - and their runners are ready.
0:18:13 > 0:18:16- The teams will cycle - to the Lake District...
0:18:16 > 0:18:22- ..leave their bikes in Ennerdale - and climb Scafell Pike...
0:18:22 > 0:18:24- ..in the mist and rain!
0:18:27 > 0:18:32- In Whitehaven, Dee Caffari faces - an anxious wait. The tide is low.
0:18:32 > 0:18:36- She steers carefully, - keeping an eye on water levels.
0:18:42 > 0:18:43- 20cms.
0:18:43 > 0:18:45- 10.
0:18:46 > 0:18:48- Oh, dear.
0:18:48 > 0:18:54- Too late. There's not enough water - to allow her to reach the lock.
0:18:54 > 0:18:59- She will have to wait for the - next tide for five agonising hours.
0:18:59 > 0:19:03- In the meantime, - Elin and the Aparito crew...
0:19:03 > 0:19:05- ..happily enjoy fish and chips.
0:19:07 > 0:19:09- Poor Dee is anchored in the bay.
0:19:11 > 0:19:14- Wight Rose arrived in time.
0:19:14 > 0:19:16- Geoff West is happy with his lot.
0:19:17 > 0:19:21- Six yachts reached Whitehaven - on the tide.
0:19:21 > 0:19:24- They're all in contention - to win the race.
0:19:25 > 0:19:28- We looked after Jo and Lowri - very carefully.
0:19:29 > 0:19:33- They weren't asked to help - with the sailing or the rowing.
0:19:33 > 0:19:38- That's our work. - Their work is to run and cycle.
0:19:38 > 0:19:41- Jo has a bad back - after running up Snowdon.
0:19:41 > 0:19:44- That creates some mental pain too.
0:19:45 > 0:19:49- I rowed across the Indian Ocean - with Jo - she's hard as nails.
0:19:50 > 0:19:55- I'm sure Lowri will look after her - and both will perform miracles.
0:19:57 > 0:20:00- Lowri and Jo have reached the slopes - of Black Sail.
0:20:01 > 0:20:04- It's a 1,000-foot climb - in extreme conditions.
0:20:06 > 0:20:09- Pure Attitude lead - as they drop down to Wasdale...
0:20:09 > 0:20:14- ..where the main climb to - the summit of Scafell Pike begins.
0:20:15 > 0:20:18- However, - Wight Rose's runners are strong.
0:20:18 > 0:20:24- They pass Jo and Lowri but the girls - overtake Southampton University...
0:20:24 > 0:20:26- ..and retain their third place.
0:20:29 > 0:20:32- On Scafell Pike, - the race's second peak...
0:20:32 > 0:20:36- ..Wight Rose lead - and try to extend their advantage.
0:20:36 > 0:20:41- In second place are Pure Attitude - but they're suffering.
0:20:44 > 0:20:47- Jo and Lowri are also starting - to show the strain.
0:20:50 > 0:20:52- This is difficult.
0:20:52 > 0:20:56- Just... waiting - for the switch in my head...
0:20:59 > 0:21:03- ..to transfer - from head power to body power.
0:21:03 > 0:21:08- I'm carrying two backpacks. - That makes a difference.
0:21:11 > 0:21:14- It's OK because Jo - feels a lot stronger today.
0:21:16 > 0:21:19- But yeah, my head's carrying - my body right now.
0:21:20 > 0:21:25- Jo is suffering and neither - are halfway to the summit yet.
0:21:26 > 0:21:30- Pure Attitude reach the summit - but the mist is closing in.
0:21:30 > 0:21:35- They must take care not to lose - the track on the way back down.
0:21:40 > 0:21:45- Wight Rose look strong as they pass - Lowri and Jo on their way down.
0:21:45 > 0:21:50- It's enough to break the resolve - of the strongest competitor.
0:21:52 > 0:21:56- Just need some water - and some food, buddy.
0:21:56 > 0:21:58- Some sweets.
0:22:01 > 0:22:04- With the summit not even in sight...
0:22:04 > 0:22:07- ..they lose ground - with every painful step.
0:22:08 > 0:22:10- These are worrying moments - for Aparito.
0:22:11 > 0:22:15- Their challenge could end - on England's highest peak.
0:22:21 > 0:22:23- But Jo pushes herself - back to her feet...
0:22:24 > 0:22:26- ..and battles through the pain.
0:22:26 > 0:22:29- She won't give in.
0:22:31 > 0:22:35- The other runners are closing in - as Moby J close the gap.
0:22:37 > 0:22:40- Within sight of the summit, - Pure Attitude overtake them.
0:22:44 > 0:22:46- Well done.
0:22:47 > 0:22:49- Finally, they reach the summit.
0:22:49 > 0:22:53- The hardest land stage in the race - has bared its teeth.
0:22:53 > 0:22:56- Well, two out of three.
0:22:56 > 0:22:58- Well done, Jo.
0:22:59 > 0:23:02- Wow, that was hell.
0:23:03 > 0:23:08- Soon enough, Moby J overtake them - to claim third place.
0:23:15 > 0:23:18- The aim now is to stay in the race.
0:23:18 > 0:23:22- Roll the sleeves up, grit the teeth - and return to Whitehaven...
0:23:24 > 0:23:28- ..to keep Aparito within striking - distance of the frontrunners...
0:23:28 > 0:23:33- ..as they sail past the Scottish - Western Isles towards Fort William.
0:23:33 > 0:23:37- They will face the final challenge - with a climb up Ben Nevis...
0:23:38 > 0:23:41- ..to complete the challenge - of the Three Peaks Yacht race.
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