The river is calling.

The Great American River Race is an endurance run from Minnesota to the Gulf — budget boats, big water, and 192 hours to get there.

Next startAug 7, 2027 · 9:00 AM

Boat budget: $5KBoat budget
Hours: 192Hours
River miles: 1,565River miles

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Short updates posted directly by approved racers and teams.

Boat's fine.

Braden · Rainy River

4 days ago

Boat's fine. Skipper's spent. If anyone had a bet on the race, like my kids - someone just won! It's been a blast, I appreciate the support and go try to do something hard - the reward is immense!

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Stop for the night.

Braden · Rainy River

5 days ago

Stop for the night.

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No my boat didn’t fly home, I had an encounter with a wing dam that…

Rich · The Bay Bobber

5 days ago

No my boat didn’t fly home, I had an encounter with a wing dam that prematurely ended my race. I think my attached reel says enough…. If you’re gonna be dumb you gotta be tough!

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Cruising...

Braden · Rainy River

5 days ago

Cruising...