We’ve designed and built our newest rowboat, the Cambridge Racer. As you may have guessed from its name, this boat follows the lines of traditional rowing sculls, and is designed for speed. The 39 lb (17.5 kg) vessel is constructed from marine Okoume plywood, epoxy and fibreglass. Attributes incorporated to ensure a [...]
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Rowed Trip now available in paperback
June 25th, 2010 2 Comments
Our latest book, Rowed Trip: From Scotland to Syria by Oar is now available in paperback. You can find it in most bookstores or order it on line through Amazon or Chapters.
The Ottawa Citizen calls it “a delightful and stirring account of their 7,200-kilometre, seven-month rowboat-and-bicycle journey from Scotland to Syria” and Mountain Life says [...]
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April Update - More Human Powered Adventures
April 19th, 2010 2 Comments
A Russian stealth vessel slipped quickly but silently into the harbour, unnoticed by all but us. The accompanying silence spoke of technology the Canadian military could only dream of. Even the shape of the vessel, all obtuse angles and linear planes was formulated to elude the most sophisticated radar. A hatch slid open revealing [...]
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Job Posting - we’re looking for a Tour Publicist and Promotions Manager
August 21st, 2009 No Comments
If you have strong writing skills, media contacts, and an independent working style, not to mention experience working with newspapers, magazines, and television, this may be the perfect position for you.
Reporting to Julie and Colin Angus and working collaboratively with publicists from Doubleday, you will be responsible for publicity and promotions for the ROWED TRIP [...]
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