Moab Rower Aims for Atlantic After Pacific Record
Sophia Walters broke a world record rowing across the Pacific Ocean in 2022. Now she's setting her sights on conquering the Atlantic this December in one of the planet's toughest endurance races.
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Rower Breaks Record Crossing 2,400 Miles to Hawaii in 44 Days
A Grand Canyon rafting guide just shattered speed records by rowing solo from California to Hawaii in under 44 days, beating both the men's and women's records. Kelsey Pfendler documented her journey across 2,400 miles of open ocean, inspiring hundreds of thousands of followers along the way.
Woman Rows Solo Across Pacific in Record 44 Days
Grand Canyon rafting guide Kelsey Pfendler just became the first American woman to row solo across the Pacific Ocean, smashing both the women's and men's speed records. She completed the 2,400-mile journey from California to Hawaii in just under 44 days.
Woman Rows California to Hawaii in Record 43 Days
Kelsey Pfendler just became the fastest person ever to row solo from California to Hawaii, beating both the women's and men's records. The 2,400-mile ocean journey raised over $180,000 for river guides' mental health support.
Man Rows 1,750 Miles Solo, Raises $520K for Mental Health
A businessman with no ocean experience rowed alone from California to Mexico for 38 days, raising over half a million dollars for mental health awareness. His journey started as a personal challenge but became a powerful reminder about staying connected to what truly matters.
First-Time Rower Crosses Atlantic, Raises £55K for Wishes
A woman who had never rowed before just completed a 3,200-mile Atlantic crossing to make children's wishes come true. Nicky Allen and her crew battled waves, leaks, and even an accidental laxative incident during their 54-day journey.
Cancer Survivor Rows Pacific to Prove She's Stronger Than Ever
After beating bowel cancer and losing her father during chemotherapy, 49-year-old Felicity Ashley is preparing to row 2,400 miles across the Pacific Ocean. She and two teammates who've also faced cancer will tackle the world's largest ocean to raise £100,000 for Cancer Research UK.
Nebraska Woman Rows Solo Across Atlantic in 46 Days
A 25-year-old from landlocked Nebraska taught herself to row, then became the first woman to complete the World's Toughest Row alone, crossing 3,000 miles of Atlantic Ocean in 46 days. Taryn Smith's journey from Omaha to ocean champion shows what's possible when you chase your biggest dreams.
Woman Rows 3,000 Miles Solo, Wins Celebrity Fans Worldwide
An Omaha woman rowing solo across the Atlantic Ocean has captured the hearts of millions, including Sharon Stone, Pierce Brosnan, and Will Smith. Taryn Smith is making history as the first American woman to compete solo in the World's Toughest Row.
