congratulations Sean, a fantastic achievement. John/Ursula Delaney. john delaney Désolé nous ne parlons pas Anglais, mais "congratulations" pour votre exploit et contents d'avoir été vos voisins a La Gomera début décembre 2009 Philippe et Francine de NACOUDA a la GOMERA Well done Sean, what determination you had on completeing yor nightmareish journey,it was a great pleasure in meeting you in Antigua and hearing about your battle across the Atlantic what a brave and courageous man you are also a credit to your Family.... All the best Bridget & Kevin Bridget & Kevin Pearce So delighted that you made it safely. Huge congrats....well done. You'll be wibbly-wobbly on land for a week! Sean and Aideen Killaloe Hello Sean, Just to say many congratulations on your achievement. I was there to witness your arrival, as I'd been sailing in ARW. It was an emotional moment for all those witnessing your arrival and I don't even know you! Congratulations again....amazing. Johanna Shaun, you really are a man of steel. Lookin forward to catching you at the prize giving. Tremendous! mike arnold Sean Job well done.!!!!Have enjoyed following your progress and monumental achievement. Good luck. Ian McGlade Congratulations Sean, a job well done.We are in awe at all the rowers achievements.Congratulations to you all.Also admiration of everyone involved on the organising teams.You all did an amazing job, with every competitor arriving safely. Brian King Cardiff Yacht Club,S. Wales. Brian King What an epic journey! It was a pleasure to meet you in La Gomera and I have watched you all the way. Well done Liz Scott (mighty bouche's Mum Liz Scott Comhgairdeas Sean, An maith go Deo. An gaisce deanta agat. Taimid an bhródúil gur as luimneach a Thainig Tu. go maireadh tu i bhfad. Frank Dennison Frank Dennison Abbeyfeale
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Boogie Woogie crosses the finish line @ 0945 UTC on the 11th April 2010

12 Apr 2010 16:41 BST

Team Boogie Woogie, Ole Elmer & Brian Heron have crossed the finish line with a crossing time of 96 days, 20hours and 15 minutes.

Ole & Brian are both no strangers to extreme sports, having met a 2005 competitor Tori Holmes on an endurance bike ride through South America. Tori sold the dream of being and "Ocean Rower" to Ole who then convinced Brian it was a good idea! After agreeing Brian thought it was a good idea to learn to row - we agreed!

The pair have been onboard "Boogie Woogie", the most perfect example of a top of the range ocean rowing boat - designed by Ole, Brian & Simon Chalk, she attracted much attention in La Gomera with her ultra sleek carbon appearence and high tech, egdy on board technology.

Whilst rowing Team Boogie Woogie also had a family shore team who offered great support and comfort throughout their journey. Brian & Ole both suffered with a few injurys and medical issues but this didnt stop them from enjoying their row. When speaking to Brian in about week 7 he said "We have both decided that we like it so much out here we are going to make sure we go as slow as possible and take it all in"... then the food boredom set in and they clocked up a few daily DMG of 50 + nm!

Brian & Ole also had a very sociable crossing, meeting with Dave Brooks, onboard Team Panasonic & a random German man looking for India!

A massive congratulations & well done to Boogie Woogie and of course Ole Elmer & Brian Heron!

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