The Pacific Alone

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The narrative chronicles Ed Gillet's extraordinary solo kayak journey from California to Hawaii in the summer of 1987, marking a historic achievement in adventure sports. Facing numerous challenges, including a broken rudder and dwindling supplies, Gillet persevered to reach Maui on the 63rd day, just days after exhausting his food. Dave Shively vividly recounts this remarkable tale, drawing from exclusive access to Gillet's logs and personal interviews, highlighting the resilience and determination of an iconic adventurer.