Research Cruises in the South Pacific
1987-1991


 


RV Rapuhia off the west coast of New Zealand.
On the horizon the air is filled with sand blown off Farewell Spit.

In rough seas, a walk on deck
can be life-threatening.

Measuring the deep western boundary current
near Tonga Trench (Photo: Mike Moore).

Big wave, seen from the upper deck

Equipment on the bridge of the former "Meteor"

Cycling space on board is limited.
(Photo: Mike Moore)

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