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Visit to the Catamaran Construction Site in Toyama Prefecture

Greetings to the Toyama Prefectural Government Tourism Bureau. I am grateful for their response during a busy time dealing with heavy rain and flooding. After that, I went to visit the construction site of Kevin’s 47-foot catamaran. What was interesting was the method of bringing three 40-foot container kits from Australia and assembling them yourself, […]

From Sunsets to Sailboats: My Solo Global Challenge Journey

My mum thinks I’m out here sipping coffee watching sunsets 🤪 The reality is a lot more grease under the fingernails and a lot more “why is this broken again” 😅 _ _ _ _ _ I’m attempting to become the first Zimbabwean – and the first person from an African landlocked nation – to […]

Is This the Ultimate Red Bull Challenge?

@redbull is this true?? 👀 #solosailing #globalsolochallenge #zimbabweansailor #roundtheworld #flightaroundtheworld #redbull _ _ _ _ _ I’m attempting to become the first Zimbabwean – and the first person from an African landlocked nation – to sail solo, non-stop, around the world in the @globalsolochallenge 2027. Comment ZIMBO below if you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities or […]

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Reflections from Toyama Bay Adventure Summit: Embracing Challenges and New Beginnings

The “Toyama Bay Adventure Summit” has successfully concluded! “Why do people seek adventure?” Although the genres were different, it was a talk session with companions venturing into unknown worlds. Those two hours passed by in an instant. Thank you very much to everyone who attended. Facing anxieties and barriers, the meaning of continuously taking on […]

Testing Offshore Gear for the World’s Stormiest Passage

THE stormiest passage on the planet 🌊🌧️⚡️⛵️ In November this year I’ll be sailing from Tahiti to Europe via Cape Horn, 13,000 miles and literally halfway around the world, just to get to the starting line of the @globalsolochallenge in Spain. To make sure my gear is up to the challenge I’ll be using this […]

Choosing My Ultimate Comfort Food for the Global Solo Challenge Adventure

So my question to you is, if you had to choose one comfort food to bring with, what would it be?👇 #sailing #outdoors #adventuresports #athlete #solosailing #globalsolochallenge #zimbabweansailor #roundtheworld #flightaroundtheworld _ _ _ _ _ I’m attempting to become the first Zimbabwean – and the first person from an African landlocked nation – to sail […]

Adventure Awaits: Inspiring Stories from Global Explorers

【Event This Weekend 8/29 (Sat)】 Himalayan climbing & Atlantic crossing / High diver jumping from a 27m cliff / Large yacht builder. Three individuals from Toyama taking on the world will gather to talk extensively on the theme of “Adventures that Change Lives.” If you’re looking for a new challenge or want to nurture a […]