Three siblings from Scotland have embarked on a challenging journey across the Pacific Ocean in an attempt to break a rowing record spanning 14,000km. The brothers, Ewan, Jamie, and Lachlan Maclean, are aiming to achieve the fastest non-stop and unsupported row from Peru to Sydney, Australia. Departing from Lima in a custom boat, the trio received a warm send-off from supporters, a flotilla of boats, and the Peruvian Navy brass band.
Anticipating spending over 120 days at sea, the Edinburgh brothers will be rowing in two-hour shifts continuously without any resupplies or safety boat. Lachlan Maclean, 26, expressed both excitement and nerves about the daunting journey, stating their long preparation has fueled their eagerness to begin. The siblings have been meticulous in their preparations, with Ewan, 33, utilizing his engineering skills to fix crucial equipment before setting off.
Their boat, named Rose Emily in memory of their unborn sister, is equipped with 500kg of freeze-dried food and designed to be one of the lightest and strongest ocean rowing boats ever built. The brothers are hopeful of catching fresh fish at sea to supplement their diet of high-calorie comfort meals prepared by Jamie, 31. Despite the challenges and isolation at sea, the Macleans expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of their parents in preparation for this arduous journey. Their voyage is projected to cover about 14,000km, with a targeted arrival in Australia by 2nd August
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