Chambers and his co-skipper, Paddy Cronin, will be well known to most team racers for their lively presence on the Irish collegiate and dinghy racing circuit.
But for both, this is the first time they've joined forces offshore.
Their weapon of choice is a J35, a boat which has won the race in the past.
Facebook users can chart their progress online by using this link. We'll be following their progress with further podcasts as the race progresses.
The pair are hoping to raise money and awareness for their charity of choice, www.childfund.ie
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