'Flying Ferkins' crossed the finishing line of the inaugural Woodvale Indian Ocean rowing race at 16:40 GMT on Thursday July 30th 2009 after approximately 4500 miles (3200 nautical miles) in 102 days, 13 hours and 40 minutes at sea.

Team MSS, Andrew Delaney and Guy Watts, are now recognized as holders of the following world records;
1st Pairs team (assisted or otherwise) across the Indian Ocean.
1st Pairs team (unassisted) to have crossed.
The 1st Pairs team (unassisted) to have rowed land to land across the Indian Ocean.

VisitThe Indian Ocean Race.

Hi Alan,

"Due to the scale of the race and the endurance side, it was essential to have a change to our grips/ hand positions throughout the three months.

Wearing the NewGrip gloves allowed us to have this change and reduced the resistance we were putting through our arms. We weren't able to wear them every set but when we did it was a welcome break from having no support. They were better to be used on the dry days.

We will both continue to mention New Grips in the future both in the gym and whilst sculling."

Thanks again,

Guy Watts and Andrew Delaney

Team MSS - Winner of the Indian Ocean Rowing Race 2009