"I’m a mum of three (Eddie, 20, Sammy, 16 and Annie, 13). I'm a journalist and ghost writer. I've never been in a rowing boat and get seasick in a puddle... What I lack in talent though, I make up for in enthusiasm”
From: Solihull, West midlands
Best trait: Tenacity
Worst trait: Impatience
What will annoy my Crew mates most about me: insufferable optimism
Pet hate: intolerance
Next thing on my bucket list: To learn the drums to A Town Called Malice by The Jam and learn to walk on my hands
"I'm a full-time social worker, part time outdooraholic and adventure seeker. Lover of rowing and the ocean (why not put the two together)”
From: Sydney, Australia
Best trait: reliable
Worst trait: Indecisive
What will annoy my Crew mates most about me: my worst trait!
Pet hate: chronic lateness
Next thing on my bucket list: Hiking one of the seven summints of the world
"I'm a strength and conditioning coach/PT and army reservist. I’ve always craved the outdoors, adventure and a challenge and this will be the biggest and best yet”
From: Henley-on-Thames
Best trait: Trustworthy
Worst trait: Reserved
What will annoy my crew mates most about me: my obsession with wanting to see turtles
Pet hate: slow walkers
Next thing on my bucket list: convert a camper van and travel with my bike