SOLO KITE SAIL ACROSS THE ATLANTIC
NATO STOCK NUMBER: 8465-64-002-2014
Name: Francisco Lufinha
Age: 38
World Records: 3
Previous Guiness World Record: Longest Journey kitesurfing 862 kms | 48 hours
This Expedition: Solo sail across the Atlantic on a custom built kite boat
Preparations: 1+ year including building the boat and custom made controller to control the kite.
Start/Finish: Cascais, Portugal / Finish Martinique, Caribbean
Distance: 3600nm / 6700km
Duration: 24 Days (Plus stop over in Canary Islands due to technical problems)
Energy: 100% Renewable energy: Kite, Solar panels, Hydro generator.
Bags used: 4x PRO DRYBAG 100L
Announcement after just crossing the Atlantic
Update from the middle of the Atlantic Ocean
Huge congrats Francisco on your accomplishment and for setting an example to the world of the importance of ocean preservation, environmental awareness and renewable energies.
As Fancisco put it: ‘We are CHANGING TOMORROW NOW and this mission is a proof of that!’
About the Special Built Kite Boat
We are looking forward to follow Francisco Lufinha on his upcoming mind-blowing adventures.
The Pro Drypack 30L is hereby listed in the world’s largest defense logistic database, NATO STOCK NUMBER: 8465-64-002-2014
Key features:
✔️ Submersible down to 50m/165ft when deflated
✔️ Floats fully packed with a soldier on top when inflated
✔️ Air-tight zipper to protect electronic equipment
✔️ Oral inflator to inflate and deflate the bag quickly
✔️ Laser cut velcro internally to attach medkit pouches
✔️ External easy access pocket for Hypothermia kit
✔️ Optional fully customizable organization system
✔️ Removable straps for underwater transportation
✔️ Attachment points to secure the bag on to anything
✔️ Optional Inflation and Exhaust valves
✔️ Optional scuba tank to rise the bag from the bottom
Thanks to our team of extreme sports athletes, world record adventurers, professional units and partners that push the boundaries what is humanly possible with our bags, 365 days per year.
Providing us with invaluable feedback so we could develop the Pro Drypack 30L
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