The Great Loop, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration informs us, is a circuit of navigable rivers, canals, and oceanic waters in the United States and Canada. A boater who completes the journey can claim the title of a "Looper." It's a great test of skill and endurance. Robert Youens, the Pensacola News Journal reports, has secured a record for the fastest passage through this circuit when he arrived in Pensacola on Thursday evening.
The 71-year old adventurer from Texas completed the journey in a record time while piloting his humble 16-foot jon boat named Ageless Wanderer. You can watch a video interview about his journey here.
-via John Konrad | Photo: Scott Anderson