Rowing for a cause
FOLLOW GERHARD ON HIS 4000km ROWING JOURNEY
Gerhard wants to raise R200,000
for the Door of Hope Children's Mission
Meet Gerhard Moolman the Man Behind the Journey
On 1 December 2024, Gerhard embarked on an extraordinary challenge: crossing the Atlantic Ocean solo over 4,000 kilometers using a unique rowing machine mechanism to power the surf ski. This journey marks the first such feat and took 37 days to complete.
This unique endeavour follows his previous Guinness World Record setting adventure in 2002, during which he paddled 6,152 kilometers from Hout Bay, South Africa, to Lamu, Kenya.
Journey Completed on 7 January 2025
JOURNEY
THE ROUTE
Cape Verde, state of West Africa in the central Atlantic Ocean to Cayenne, Cayenne is the capital of French Guiana, on the northeast coast of South America. The journey was 4020km in length and took 37 days of Rowing. At about 7km per hour.
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Gerhard’s Vlog
Gerhard posted daily video posts from the boat throughout his Northern Atlantic crossing. Using a Starlink connection he was able to keep everyone updated on his journey in near real-time. View the individual posts for an immersive adventure!
A last appreciation post from Osiyeza
Mission accomplished. After a gruelling 4000km's at sea I have arrived!
Day 38 Morning update - 40km's to go!
The Tide Is Turning...
Day 36 Update - Distance covered - 3800km.
Day 35 Update - After a tough two days things are looking better.
Day 34 Morning Update
Day 33 Update: Distance covered - 3500km
Happy New Year from Osiyeza 🎉🎉🎉
Gerhard’s Journal
Stories of the Journey
Atlantic Blue: Door of Hope Mission
Gerhard wants to raise R200,000
for the Door of Hope Children's Mission
Join me in supporting the Door of Hope Children’s Mission in its vital work to provide shelter, nourishment, and education to abandoned babies and children. Together, we have the power to create meaningful change and instill hope in young lives facing extraordinary challenges. As I undertook the monumental journey of rowing 4020 kilometers across the Atlantic Ocean, I invite you to stand with me in making a difference. Your support is not only impactful; it is life-changing. Join me in bringing hope where it is needed most.
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Benefiting Charity
HOLE IN THE WALL
Door of Hope Children's Mission
The Door of Hope orphanage, 48 Hillbrow Street in Berea, Johannesburg, is the only place in South Africa – and possibly in the world – that has what is known as “a hole in the wall baby bin”.
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