First update from Arkansas

After spending yesterday fixing the multitude of broken boat parts we were able to commence testing today. The boat was run for approximately 4 hours in variations of the endurance configuration. A close to optimum configuration has been found and further analysis of data later tonight will allow us to select a number of parameters that are still unclear. The boat performed well and we are optimistic that it is competitive, in the endurance configuration; based on the information gleaned from local competitors. We are prepared to be shocked by the speeds that the faster boats may reach in the sprint configuration. Observations have shown that the local boat uses two motors, which are identical to our one; an extravagance we simply could not afford. The custom props are another significant difference that with extra funding and time next year we intend to consider. Despite our low cost solution local observers appeared to be impressed and we were pleasantly surprised at how much running we achieved; the sun here is good, for the boat at least. We are now off to sample the delights of the local brewery, wish us luck. Team Tarka