The Indonesian simcard that was meant for the trip along indonesian water did not work but his Malaysian simcard still worked. (on roaming)
Frank’s sms
Oct 2, 2012
1819hrs
All is good here, busy tacking between the islands. Hoping that after this night there will be something other than head winds.
1950hrs
Real nice sail right now. After tonight probably no phone contact for another 2 days.
Went to the night market? (that was for me :D )
2107hrs
Now passing Pulau Lepar.
Oct 5, 2012
1909hrs
At the begining of Sunda strait. It is windy and it will be a long night. All still going good here.
1912hrs
Could be last message for 4 weeks.
1917hrs
Having fun here. It is rough here in Sunda and lots of traffic.
As of Oct 4, 12 (1912hrs)Frank’s location was at 5d51S 105d51E.
There will be no phone line for a month.
Count on 30 days, Frank should arrive Saint Pierre, Reunion.