In 2012 Geoff and Andy took 115 days to get round Britain (GB360) and in 2015 they took 40 days to get round Ireland (Emerald 360). They thought that would be it for big kayak adventures but the bug has bitten again. They have been thinking about this one for a few years but COVID and life generally got in the way. If the ageing bodies hold up to the rigours of training, they plan to leave Portscatho in Cornwall, around the end of April (weather dependent of course), turn right out of the harbour and keep going. They will cross the Irish Sea from Pembrokeshire and continue clockwise round Ireland until they hop across the Irish Sea once more into Scotland. From there they will weave their way up through the islands of the west coast, over the top and head home. They believe they will need to cover some 2,500 miles, longer than their two previous expeditions, and that it will certainly be their toughest challenge yet, not least because the boys are not getting any younger. If the kayaking doesn’t do them in, then surely the living rough for 4 months will! They are calling this final Midlifekayak adventure – “Full Circle”.
So if you want to join in and follow their adventures, follow along with this blog. They will be raising money for charity – more news on this shortly.
Followed the”boys” in 2012 so look forward to doing the same. We are in Scotland for 2 weeks in May so hopefully catch up again.
Popping into Penzance at all?
Hey Bobbie and Dave, we hope to get to Lamorna on the first day so we’ll wave as we pass!! Hope you guys are well x
Amazing! Safe paddling guys!
Well, we will be following your progress! Do not have the Tea Garden this time to help raise money, but will think of something. Incredible adventure. Di and Julian. X
What a wonderful challenge! good luck.
Carolx
if your trip fits in with my work etc let me know if you need supplies when you paddle the northumberland coastline -plus you could camp at amble shorebase trust and use their facilities if required
Hello David, that’s very kind of you. Andy
Go guys! Another amazing adventure. Hopefully I can get out on the bike and come and visit you along the way. After all, someone needs to record the back massages… 😉
Would be great to see you on the way round Mike. If you come on the bike though I might be tempted to swap modes of transport!
Best of luck lads. Wishing you fair winds all the way. It goes without saying, I’m here to help in SW Ireland again. Chat soon, Jon
Hi Jon we are in Ireland. Along the south coast. What’s your number mate. Would be great to catch up. Geoff and Andy