Solo Kayak Against the Current of Sungai Perak 350.92 KM
The Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) has recognized 49-year-old Murad Mohd Kassim for his effort in kayaking against the current of Sungai Perak for 350.92 kilometers.
Murad Mohd Kassim dedicated his achievement to the 35th Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, as Sungai Perak is closely linked to the history of the Perak sultanate. This national solo kayaker is also a native of Perak, and his dedication to the Sultan serves as a sign of his loyalty as a subject.
"I dedicate this success to the Sultan of Perak. This is not the first time I have dedicated my achievements to His Royal Highness. Previously, I also dedicated my solo rafting journey from Kuala Kangsar to Pasir Salak to him. So, for this record-breaking success in the Sungai Perak River Legend Expedition for the MBOR, this is the second time I have dedicated my achievement to him. Daulat Tuanku," said Murad Mohd Kassim in an excerpt from Sinar Harian online.
Murad Mohd Kassim began his challenge on April 21, 2019, from Beting Beras Basah in Bagan Datuk and arrived at Tasik Banding on May 2, 2019.
During that period, he proved that he successfully completed his kayak journey a day earlier and covered a greater distance than what was set. The Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) had set a target distance of over 300 km, and he was required to finish the journey within 13 days to be recognized as a record.
Murad Mohd Kassim was informed that this journey was the first attempt to set a record for this specific category (kayaking against the current or upstream).
The route taken by Murad Mohd Kassim started from Beting Beras Basah – Kampung Sungai Dulang – Jeti Dataran Udang Galah Teluk Intan – Kompleks Sejarah Pasir Salak, Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) Bota Kiri – Kem Rekuda – Kuala Kangsar – Empangan Chenderoh – Kampung Temelong – Stesen Janakuasa Elektrik Bersia – Jeti Trojan Tasek Temenggor – Resort Banding.
For information, Murad Mohd Kassim previously completed a solo expedition around Peninsular Malaysia in 52 days in 2015, in addition to several other records.
Murad Mohd Kassim's goal was to show that the Malay people remain resilient and are capable of achieving much more in various fields in the future. References:
