The Row for Freedom team broke the Atlantic crossing record last month with crew members going naked for most of the journey. The unconventional tactic helped them counter the boils and sores that can result when clothes rub against skin.
Record breaking rowers —
The Row for Freedom team broke the Atlantic crossing record last month with crew members going naked for most of the journey. The unconventional tactic helped them counter the boils and sores that can result when clothes rub against skin.
As well as contending with sores and boils, the all female crew were confronted with punishing waves that damaged their boat's equipment.
Riding the tides —
As well as contending with sores and boils, the all female crew were confronted with punishing waves that damaged their boat's equipment.
Row for Freedom Skipper, Debbie Beale, smiles for the camera. The crew kept their spirits high by frequently singing to each other, she says.
High spirits —
Row for Freedom Skipper, Debbie Beale, smiles for the camera. The crew kept their spirits high by frequently singing to each other, she says.
Helen Leigh (right) and Debbie Beale (left) celebrate their double record breaking achievement upon arriving in St Charles, Barbados.
Finishing line joy —
Helen Leigh (right) and Debbie Beale (left) celebrate their double record breaking achievement upon arriving in St Charles, Barbados.
The Row for Freedom Team (R-L Debbie Beadle, Kate Richardson, Julia Immonen, Helen Leigh, Katie Pattison-Hart) are already plotting their next adventure but aim to do so fully clothed this time.
Back on dry land —
The Row for Freedom Team (R-L Debbie Beadle, Kate Richardson, Julia Immonen, Helen Leigh, Katie Pattison-Hart) are already plotting their next adventure but aim to do so fully clothed this time.