Inger Rankins’ Seventy48 Race, Rowing 70 Miles in a PT11 Dinghy
October 10, 2018
Email this Video to a Friend70 miles in an 11 foot dinghy… Are you KIDDING me? Racing against teams of rowers? Inger Rankins will give you new perspective on the word “daunting”.
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Inger and Sean Rankins run Northwest Sails and Canvas — a custom sail and canvas business in Port Hadlock, Washington.
The boat that Inger rows, the PT11 (a nesting dinghy and agile little sailboat), is available as a kit, designed and sold by PT Watercraft.
2018 was the first running of the Seventy48, which is a feeder race for the Race to Alaska (R2AK).
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Peter North says:
I have a 9′ Nutshell and a 12′ Monfort Whitehall. I’m not happy with how the Nutshell rows, much as I admire Joel White. I’ve been thinking about selling the Nutshell and building a Mirror dinghy but I wonder if I would be happier with a PT11?
Ahoi Mench says:
Inger is our friend and we are so very proud of her. We both wept as we watched this interview, a joyous and deeply felt weeping flooding through us. And Russell! What a guy.
Robert Stumm says:
Well done Inger. A truly inspirational effort. You are well justified in feeling proud. Congratulations. And thank you OCH, for another wonderful video.
Geoffrey Berger says:
Simply awesome, and inspiring. Congratulations Inger!
Bertram Levy says:
Our local hero in the Port, she bicycles everywhere in this hilly town as well. She sets the bar for stamina and determination!
Stephen McClure says:
Wow! Envisioning, planning, training, and execution – all very impressive.
Congratulations Ms. Rankin. I am curious to know what equipment you carried or
wore to improve your chances of surviving the worst case scenario you mentioned – ending
up in the water. A great video and an inspiring adventure.
Sean Scully says:
Incredible! I wouldn’t think of rowing that far in the dark, in a 11ft dingy. Crazy good job!
randall spurr says:
A very charming video and an amazing performance from Inger, it brought tears to my eyes!
Keith Wiig says:
What an incredible achievement. Rowing through the night on your own is a very tough assignment. Hearty congratulations.
John Doyle says:
Congratulations, Ms. Rankin. The happiness of the voyage just shines all over you in this video. Obviously a winner’s smile. The joyous narrative of accomplishment never mentioned competition as a factor. I don’t care who “won” anyway. Lady, you are too cool.
Thank you so much,
John D
Glenn Williams says:
Sensational effort Inger. Congratulations from down under!
Paul D'Aura says:
How long did it take her? Was she in the lead at any time?
Larry Cheek says:
Inger, we are in awe. Your indefatigable rowing is as impressive as your everlasting sail covers and cushions!
DOUGLAS SMITH says:
Congratulations Inger! Fantastic job! And a great video, too.
William Hammond says:
Hero is right!! Wow!! What an accomplishment!! ‘Moving so fast, it must be a powerboat!’ What a compliment!! Incredible!!
Arthur Winer says:
Inger, you are an inspiration. Congratulations!
John Wujack says:
Wow! Very impressive. Congrats on your effort.
Dave Dickmeyer says:
All of the above…and more! Great video. Thanks.
Anthony Caruana says:
Great video. Inger Rankins, you rock. Well done.
Jan Novie says:
Wonderful video in every respect. Inger and her sweet little boat selection were a perfect match for their daunting rowing challenge.
Michael Jolicoeur says:
Clever design, brilliant performance.
Henrique van Deursen says:
What a strong and gentle she might be example for how to achieve yours goals…
Congratulations for the video!
Burton Blais says:
What a lady! What a boat! Congratulations.