The Challenge of Rowing: V6 Kon-tiki 2016 Challenge

The Balneario de Punta Hermosa was the starting point for those who took on the challenge of paddling for over 4 hours a distance of 35 km to Playa Yuyos in Barranco. We were accompanied by a radiant sun, which, rather than being a difficulty, became a great source of energy for the 4 teams, and also the mental strength of each participant was vital to reach the end of the route. Paddle on! Four canoes departed at 9am. One of them was made up of the Master Category, the second by the Women's Category, and the other two by the Juniors Category. Everyone was excited to go out and test themselves in an adventure that has not been easy to accomplish. Let's paddle!!! Master Category leading The Master Category made their level respected, they were the fastest paddlers and advanced, their agility and physical strength made them disappear from sight in the sea at times. This reflects that they are a team that maintains a steady pace according to their endurance. That is to say, if everyone is in good condition, they will paddle faster, if the team wears out, the pace slows down, but never stops. This allowed them to take the lead in the 35 km and 4 and a half hours that the challenge lasted. Admiring the effort made by the Women, who maintained a very steady pace, thanks to the determination they put into each stroke and the work of their helmsman, Flavia, who directed the journey to go in the right direction and not face the area where the waves break, a place where the journey becomes very difficult. Their canoe was the last to arrive, but it is important to mention something very important, the team that got on in Punta Hermosa was the same team that paddled to Barranco, they did not make any changes. Definitely admirable. The Juniors want to paddle and paddle The two Junior canoes at times fought for second place, both advancing at a good pace. From the beginning, they started paddling with intensity, showing that they did not want to stop and that they had energy to spare. This challenge has meant a great test of their physical and mental endurance in long and demanding routes, like those presented in international competitions. It was a very peculiar adventurous day in the Lima sea, which at times showed us beautiful natural landscapes, and most importantly managed to put into practice the skills of all participants, who are preparing for their next international competition, in order to raise the country's name high in an aquatic discipline that is beginning to achieve goals with athletes who love what they do. Clubs like Inka Noa and Naylamp Club know how to take advantage of the sea we have by organizing adventure activities like this, thus getting more people interested in this sport, and those who already know it to enhance their skills even more. See also: Water Sports: The Peruvian Va'a or Outrigger National Team. It's time to go on an adventure, it's time to paddle!! Important note: To remind you that you can approach to practice this sport at Playa Pescadores Chorrillos every Saturday from 9 am to 12 pm. Contact: Flavia Chavez Tafur (flavia@inkanoa.com)