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February 26, 1997 - Ingrid

The Crew of the Tanekaha

The skipper of the 47ft. Tanekaha, Rod Simpson (right), and his son Mike (left) make an excellent crew. They are very knowledgeable about working at sea and their fishing boat is well equipped for lifting and retrieving the 300 lb. Odyssey to and from the deck into the sea.
The MIT Odyssey team of three have worked hand in hand with the crew, whose mechanical and technical skills have insured a smooth and safe operation. During the past two weeks of daily maneuvers on the boat in mostly rough seas, they have worked out a very compatible, productive routine.



This was very apparent when a vicious, infamous southerly front suddenly roared down upon us, requiring all hands on deck to secure all equipment in split second efficiency. Luckily, the Odyssey had just been retrieved, for we could have severely damaged both vehicle and boat trying to maneuver her aboard during that blow.

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