Finally.
The Iridium Pilot sits atop the pole.
It has taken so long that I have mislaid two ground cables (where can they be, in a 35 foot boat??), but it feels like a major achievement to actually have it installed.
Next week I will set up the BDE (Below Deck Equipment) and put some money on the SIM, to test the phone and internet.
Pics below.
Iridium Dome
frankjustfrank 
Hey Colin. Hoping that you pick this up whilst waiting for the off in the Canaries. I sailed as crew on a Sadler 34 called Sadie from Fuerteventura to Antigua at this time last year. We came across a few ARC boats on the way. It was a fantastic experience on a great boat and I’m very jealous of you and what lies ahead. All the best. I shall be reading whatever you push out on that shiny Iridium dish. Best Regards – Jez Rowles.
Hi Jez. Thanks for the comment. I just posted an update. Rather late bit as I had a lot going on. Completed the crossing solo March 8th, skipped the ARC, and Frank is now resting in St Croix USVI! She was so well behaved – wonderful boat to sail on my own across the Atlantic.
Great to hear you made it safely.
Solo sounds like hard work to me. I’m back on Sadie as 1 of a crew of 3 for Antigua to Essex in early May.
Hope the sun shines for you.
Best wishes
Jez