ATLANTIC ROW CHALLENGE UPDATE 22ND MARCH
Mike and Simon reached Antigua yesterday after a grueling three months row. The boys are in excellent spirits and and are both healthy and well. Interviewed on local radio the wave this morning Simon stated that they were both very pleased to see land and are looking forward to seeing family and friends.
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Atlantic Ocean Challenge
Atlantic Rowing Facts
- Distance: 3000 miles
- Distance covered per day: Approximately 46 miles
- Breaks: The pair will be rowing in shifts of 2 hours each. There is a small cabin for one at the rear of the boat
- Drinking water: Fresh water will be filtered from sea water, though the pair will be carrying emergency fresh water supplies
- Food: The food will all be dehydrated so Simon and Mike can look forward to two months or more of Pot Noodles
- Calories: The pair can expect to burn 7000-8000 calories every day
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