The Pacific Challenge 12 June 2024

From one Ocean to the Next

Pacific Challenge

We are Heart to Follow

We crossed the Atlantic, now we are ready for the next step: the Pacific Challenge!

With our team of 4, Atlantic Dutchesses, we won the female class of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2020. Our story is not over yet. We love the Ocean, we love rowing. Why not take part in this new adventure? Marieke en Renate are ready for the next chapter of their Ocean Rowing Story.

35

years

There's at least 35 years of rowing experience added together. We are good!

3000

miles

That's the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, the world's toughest row. We won!

43

days, 4hrs, 56 mins

A bit over 6 weeks it took us to cross the Atlantic Ocean, from La Gomera to Antigua. Not bad is it!

2800

miles

The Pacific Challenge, from Monterey to Hawai. Only pairs with Ocean experience can join. Let's make this happen!

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How great it is that you found us! Please, don't hesitate to contact us. We love to tell you adventures about our Atlantic crossing, about our new challenge; the Pacific Challenge or our charity: the Women's Heart. Are you interested to sponsor our challenge, you want to support us, or you are curious about our story, please let us know.