The first few days of any ocean row can be particularly challenging and difficult. The physical energy rowers are expending cannot be understated. They will be sleep deprived as an early start on race day, combines with their new bouncy bedrooms on the boat, to reduce their chances to rest and recover from their exertion….
The crews have spent the last two weeks in Gran Canaria ensuring that their boats and all their equipment are present and in excellent working condition. Supported by Mission Atlantic staff the teams have worked hard to make sure that they are as prepared as possible for their incredible endeavour. From watermakers to satellite phones,…
The anticipation is mounting as the Mission Atlantic 2024 event approaches. Among the brave crews preparing for the grueling voyage from Puerto Mogan, Gran Canaria, to Port St Charles, Barbados, are the Rowing Stones (https://www.therowingstones.com) and Oceans Elite (https://oceanseliterow.com). Both teams have faced a myriad of challenges in their quest to conquer the Atlantic, each…