PREPARING TO ROW AN OCEAN
This page provides clear, practical information for anyone preparing to row an ocean. It brings together a series of tutorials covering essential topics such as rowing technique, safety, equipment, and expedition planning. Whether you're new to the sport or building on existing knowledge, the information provided in the videos is designed to help you approach the challenge with confidence.
WHAT YOU´LL NEED TO LEARN
NAVIGATION
CHARTS AND HAZARDS
GPS TRACKERS, ASI
RADIO AND COMMS
SEA SURVIVAL
WHAT YOU´LL NEED TO TRAIN
MENTAL STRENGTH
PHYSICAL STRENGTH
TIPS
PREPARE PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY
Regardless of the length of the crossing, you will need to start training in advance to give yourself the best opportunity to complete the event. Whilst attaining an acceptable level of rowing will not be too hard, there are many other things to learn. During an ocean row, you will experience a range of potentially extreme emotions perhaps repeatedly brought on by the physical exertion and adjusting to the schedule of approximately 2 hours rowing and 2 hours rest.
YOU MAY GET SEA SICK
Be prepared for constant motion and changing winds
TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY
Diet and hydration are a crucial part of row. Your body will be burning calories fast and in certain warmer temperatures losing a lot of water. Hygiene is critical as you will encounter blisters, sores and sunburns aggravated by the salt residue on your skin.
LEAVE OCEANS AS YOU FOUND THEM
Leave the oceans as you found them, and where possible help with the clean-up. The amount of rubbish in the oceans is a huge problem.
GET READY TO BE AMAZED
After you leave mainland and its light pollution behind you will see clear skies, shooting stars and gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. Depending on your crossing, you may encounter dolphins or other animals swimming by your side.
READY FOR THE CHALLENGE!
In 2013 NOMAN introduced the first ever ocean rowing races across the Mediterranean with the inauguration of the Barcelona - Ibiza race. You can sign up to the 2023 edition of the Barcelona – Ibiza ocean rowing races here: REGISTER
