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Rachel Clarke

[2026-02-20] Rachel Clarke is the undisputed queen of New Zealand ocean paddling and a dominant force in the international female surfski circuit. While legends like Hank McGregor and Dean Gardiner defined the men's era, Clarke has been instrumental in elevating the profile and professional standards of women’s ocean racing. >>

Aleksander "Olek" Doba

[2026-02-20] Aleksander "Olek" Doba (1946–2021) was a legendary Polish adventurer who became the first person to kayak across the Atlantic Ocean solo and unaided by sails, relying entirely on muscle power. He completed this feat three times, all after the age of 60. >>

Gábor Rakonczay

[2026-02-20] Gábor Rakonczay is a prominent Hungarian extreme athlete and two-time Guinness World Record holder. In March 2025, he completed his final major solo expedition, a trans-Atlantic crossing that marked the end of an 18-year career in extreme sports. >>