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Japanese sailor to embark on world’s longest wave-powered voyage

source: Mainichi Daily News | Mar 08, 08 | submitted by Pat Coate

Honolulu, Hawaii, USA - Kenichi Horie, who has crossed the Pacific in a solar-powered boat made of recycled aluminum, is getting ready for his next solo adventure.

The 69-year-old Japanese sailor will set out March 16 on what he says will be the world's longest voyage in a wave-powered boat.


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"With so many people supporting me, even by myself, I won't feel lonesome."
- Kenichi Horie, environmental adventurer

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