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Pfendler Conquers Pacific: First US Woman Solo Row
7 Jul
Summary
- Kelsey Pfendler, 32, rowed solo from California to Hawaii.
- She completed the 2,400-mile journey in under 44 days.
- Pfendler's row is a record for a young US woman.
Kelsey Pfendler, 32, has achieved a historic feat by becoming the first US woman to complete a solo row across the mid-Pacific. She navigated her 21ft rowboat, Lily, from Monterey, California, to Honolulu, Hawaii, covering more than 2,400 miles.
Pfendler accomplished this remarkable journey in just under 44 days, setting a new record. This time significantly surpasses previous comparable records held by both women and men, as verified by Ocean Rowing Society International and Guinness World Records.
During her voyage, Pfendler documented numerous challenges, including blistered hands, sleep difficulties, and adverse currents. She also shared insights into her daily routines, such as cooking, water purification, and sun protection.
The former Grand Canyon river guide expressed her hope that her solo expedition will inspire other women to pursue ambitious goals and take calculated risks. Pfendler's journey was closely followed by hundreds of thousands on social media.
