Ilia Smirnov discusses fastest known solo run of Mississippi
Ilia Smirnov and members of his support crew will be on hand at the SMM pavilion to discuss his record setting solo descent of the Mississippi River. In 33 days and 14 hours, Ilia paddled the 2300 miles from Lake Itasca in Minnesota to Mile Zero in Louisiana. His time and documentation are awaiting certification from Guinness World Records but his time appears destined to better the previous record by three weeks. Make no mistake, this was a difficult paddle. Come hear Ilia and team discuss what it took to pull off this remarkable feat.
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