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Above: Rafters attempt to set a new speed record on the Colorado River from Lees Ferry through the Grand Canyon to Pearce Ferry in early January. (Photos courtesy of Helen Ranney)

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On Jan. 9, an eight person crew launched from Lees Ferry in an attempt to break a speed record by rowing 277 river miles of the Grand Canyon in less than 34 hours. They were unsuccessful.

By Loretta James January 21, 2020