About Riaan Manser
Born 1973. Riaan Manser is a South African sport cyclist.
Riaan Manser (born 1973) is an explorer based in South Africa. He has done his exploring on a bicycle or a kayak.
In a 2013 trip dubbed "Take Me 2 New York," he rowed with his long-time girlfriend, Vasti Geldenhuys from Morocco, Africa to New York City, USA in an ocean rowing boat alone and unaided.
In 2016, now married, Geldenhuys and Manser rowed between California to Hawaii earning a Guinness World Record in the process.
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Who is Riaan Manser?
South African touring cyclist
When was Riaan Manser born?
Riaan Manser was born on 4 September 1973 in Pretoria.
What is Riaan Manser's occupation?
Riaan Manser is a sport cyclist.
What nationality is Riaan Manser?
Riaan Manser is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Riaan Manser. https://biography.guide/riaan-manser/
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