The race that inspired a dream
Often described by organisers and participants as one of the toughest inflatable boat endurance challenges.
The Trans Agulhas is a demanding South African multi-stage inflatable powerboat endurance event along the Southern Cape coastline. Its route, stages, regulations and distances have changed across editions.
For Peter, this event holds special meaning. As a child, he watched racing boats arrive at Strand Beach around New Year's Day. Years later, he would go on to win the event three times, according to his racing record.
What makes it so demanding.
Pilot & co-pilot
Steering, throttle and race decisions in partnership with active weight distribution, balance and timing — the crew must anticipate each other.
Ocean navigation & endurance
Open-water conditions, changing sea state and the endurance demands of racing along the coast.
Peter's three victories
One page per winning year will be added once years, classes, boats and co-pilots are confirmed.
Race archive & official sources
A photographic archive and links to official organisers are being compiled. Route details, distances and history are published only with a checked source.
Explore the racing archive.
See the photography, or read how the dream began.