Jimmy and Adam have completed their epic journey across the Atlantic. After a very speedy last couple of days they edged their way up the leader board to finish 15th.
“The crossing was tougher than we ever imagined it would be. Within a fortnight we were well adjusted to the sleep deprivation (about 5 hours/day) and the exertion of rowing for 12-hours/day, much of it in the searing heat. Managing our bodies was a constant battle, but the greatest challenge was mental. Even before the race started (a month late), adverse weather patterns would ensure that this was no ‘normal’ season for an Atlantic crossing and it soon became clear that our 50 day target was completely unachievable. Eventually even our ‘worst case’ scenario of 70 days fell by the wayside.
Thank-you for all the support you have given us throughout the race and over the last 3-years. It has been a life changing experience for us and we return home with a different perspective on life and different priorities from those which we had when we left.“
What an amazing achievement. Well done boys.
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