Race to Alaska (R2AK) is a 750-mile, completely engineless boat race from Port Townsend, Washington to Ketchikan, Alaska. With no motors and no outside support, teams must rely on wind, human power, strategy, and endurance to make it to the finish. Competitors face long days on the water, cold temperatures, strong currents, limited sleep, and constantly changing conditions—making R2AK one of the toughest human-powered endurance challenges out there.
Why We’re Fundraising
Our team has a personal connection to Parkinson’s disease, and as avid rock climbers, we’re inspired by the work of Up ENDing Parkinson’s. Supporting this cause alongside our R2AK effort allows us to combine our love of endurance sports and adventure with raising awareness and funds for a mission we deeply believe in.