A list of some of the more major items that I require to enable me to refurbish, re-rig and sail Solo Globe Challenger around the globe are set out below and I must admit that I'm not game to add up the individual costings to arrive at a grand total.

Without doubt I need help in various ways!

Are you a manufacturer or distributor of one or more of the items on my wish list? Would you be prepared to sponsor me with one of your products or maybe sell me your product at a reduced cost?

Do you own, or do you know someone that has one or more of the things on the list that perhaps are not being put to good use and could be made available to me?

Perhaps you would be kind enough to provide an Aussie Battler with a cash sponsorship (all sizes accepted with the utmost gratitude) to assist with the acquisition of one of these much needed goods. I am very much aware that sponsorship and assistance of this nature needs to be a "two way street" and as such I encourage you to get in tough with me via our contact details page to discuss your specific requirements should you feel that you may be in a position to help out. At the very least you will be acknowledged on this website for the world to see that you are a part of Solo Globe Challenge 2000.

Elsewhere on our website you will find more specific details on major sponsorship opportunities and you can find out how to sponsor me for day of my voyage.

Can you please help?

Note: Values as set out are in Australian Dollars

Item Description	Value	Total	Supplied by
3x 4.5 amp solar panels	$600	$1,800	100% sponsored
Solar panel support frame with stainless steel	$1,000	$1,000	Self-funded
2x primary cockpit winches (self tailing)	$2,500	$5,000	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Barlow Distributors
2x secondary cockpit winches (self tailing)	$1,500	$3,000	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Barlow Distributors
Set of instruments (windspeed/direction/boatspeed/depth)	$3,000	$3,000	Navman by Talon Technology 100% sponsored
18x rope clutches	$140	$2,500	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Barlow Distributors
Self steering system (electronic to steering quadrant)	$5,500	$5,500	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Coursemaster Autopilots
Self steering system (mechanical to transom & wheel)	$6,000	$6,000	50% sponsored 50% sponsored
2x notebook computers	$3,500	$3,500	Computer Sciences Corporation 100% sponsored
High frequency radio (up to 16 meg)	$3,500	$3,500	Newcastle Port Corporation 100% sponsored
Mast slide system	$2,000	$2,000	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Ronstan
4x genoa cars & tracks (adjustable from cockpit)	$300	$1,200	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Ronstan
Wet weather jacket	$700	$700	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Burke Accessories
Wet weather pants	$550	$550	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Burke Accessories
Digital camera	$1,000	$1,000	(needed)
Stainless steel wire for rigging	$1,500	$1,500	100% sponsored
Various blocks, rope and equipment	$2,000	$2,000	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Ronstan
EPIRB version 406	$1,600	$1,600	(needed)
Survival suit	$1,200	$1,200	Burke Accessories 100% sponsored
Thermal underwear	$500	$500	(needed)
VHF radio handheld	$700	$700	(needed)
4x antifouling paint (4 litre can)	$145	$580	Self-funded Partly sponsored by Bulbeck Marine
Mini M communications system	$10,000	$10,000	100% sponsored
Telephone calls from Mini M communications system	?	?	(needed)
Food for Tony	$4,000	$4,000	100% sponsored
Food for Lorraine, Holly and Jordan	$4,000	$4,000	100% sponsored