Overview
- Pfendler launched from Monterey on May 21 and was within sight of Oahu on Friday as she closed a roughly 2,400‑nautical‑mile solo crossing about 43 days into the voyage.
- She has logged about 2,258 nautical miles so far and is on a pace that would beat the women’s mark of 86 days set by Lia Ditton and the overall record of 52 days, 13 hours, 17 minutes held by Rob Eustace.
- Media trackers and Pfendler’s daily social posts show an estimated arrival over the July 3–4 weekend, with outlets reporting a range of finish times from late Friday night to Saturday midday depending on conditions.
- Pfendler, a Grand Canyon river guide and the third woman to attempt the route, is rowing to raise money and awareness for the Whale Foundation and has drawn wide public attention during the trip.
- Rowing observers note Pfendler used a modern ‘concept’ Rannoch boat that can capture tailwinds and that her finish would reset expectations for mid‑Pacific solo rows and influence future attempts, while the World’s Toughest Row event prepares in Monterey.