Man to surf from Ireland to Islay

A WORLD renowned surfer is planning a marathon challenge with a difference – paddling from the Giant’s Causeway in Ireland to the isle of Islay in Scotland.

Al Mennie, who has ridden some of the largest waves on record, is to steer a 20ft board 25 miles for eight hours along the fringes of the Atlantic.

Freezing conditions and fast tidal currents are the biggest threats to the surfer’s chances of success.

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“The two biggest challenges are the cold, nothing like this has been done this far north and at this time of year. The wind chill will be a big factor,” he said.

“Then there’s also the tidal streams pulling you one way and then the next.”

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