The single greatest challenge that any potential ocean rowing crew will face is the challenge of raising the funds to be able to participate. Ocean rowing is not the cheapest sport and when operating in a dangerous environment like the open ocean it’s important not to cut corners when preparing…
If you are interested in participating in the Great Pacific Race or NOMAN race then this is your chance for a really unique experience. We are running one of our ever popular taster sessions to give you the feel of what it’s like to row an ocean. You’ll will be…
We have just had confirmation from the adjudicators of Guinness World Records in ocean rowing, the Ocean Rowing Society with some excellent news. Tom and Lawrence have achieved more than one record, but we expected this. What we didn’t expect is that they have achieved an incredible FOUR Guinness World…
Wow what an incredible day. Tom and Lawrence completed their row of the North Atlantic from New York by rowing into Salcombe harbour accompanied by nearly 200 boats of all different sizes. They were clearly elated as they arrived at Whitestrand pontoon to a tumultuous reception of 500+ supporters, family,…
Salcombe is buzzing with excitement as the arrival of Team Ocean Valour is now less than 5 hours away. There is a real sense that history is being made and the reasons why Tom decided to row the Atlantic (to honour the memory of his late father, Luke, who died…
Over the last few days Tom and Lawrence really have been battling for their lives in some of the most ghastly weather conditions you can imagine. Think of the film the Perfect Storm and you’re not far off. Words of warning from Justin the team’s weather router arrived around 4…
Following 72 hours at sea, Teams Danielle and Isabel have landed in Ibiza at the culmination of a thrilling race across the Mediterranean. Just 80 minutes separated the two crews’ arrival in Ibiza after 3 days of racing but it was Danielle who triumphed following a powerful performance. Friends and…
Having charged into the lead right from the starter’s horn in Barcelona, Team Danielle have shown no sign of relinquishing their hold on the Barcelona-Ibiza race as the teams enter the final 40 nautical miles (NM). With the teams separated by approximately 1.5 NM yesterday, Team Isabel needed to respond…
Following their departure from Barcelona, Danielle and Isabel experienced excellent conditions in the opening day of racing. Light changeable winds have taken a slight edge off the heat, however the temperature drops during the night have provided some respite here, alongside the experience of clear skies filled with stars. It’s…
The NOMAN Barcelona-Ibiza race 2015 got underway as of 9.30 GMT on Monday 13th July. Initial conditions are light and variable with wind speeds of 5-10 knots from the NW, however it is the heat that will play a big deciding role in the race. To combat toasty conditions of 30+…
