I wouldnt have thought anyone would have a problem. My view (although this is my first "Jester experience") is that it is all about self-sufficiency in sailing something vaguely resembling "Jester", and being interested in perhaps just getting there, rather than getting there first. As John says however, time is running short if you are looking at the Azores trip.
-------------------- The jester Challenge is starting May 31st and I'm going to give it a go. Have a read of this ......... www.justgiving.com/alancharlton