Kayak Repair – An Alternative Approach ~ Rescued Kayaker Says Thank You

Playak Weekly Digest
The world's top paddling links in week 49, 2013.

News Watch Kayak Repair – An Alternative Approach unsponsored - Welding kayaks isn't that difficult once you get your eye in. However any boats made from cross linked plastic have additional issues as the the temperature difference between welding and blowing the plastic apart is a very narrow margin. When progress comes from within, When progress comes from inside PaddleBlogs - Some days ago I had the opportunity to experience one of the best examples of "mental progress" that all kayakers are exposed, especially when paddled rivers high technical difficulty. Worlds, a Reflection and The 2014 Irish Whitewater Race League Palm Blogs - Yes, I know World Championships were months ago, apologies but I feel its worth mentioning some things, especially now that I have had plenty of time to reflect on the experience as a whole. H2yo Supyoga Teacher Training Dec 13-15 PaddleBlogs - 2013 is coming to a close. For most of us that means limited time on the water. The water temp is chilly or frozen, the winds start to get a bit unpredictable and the days are shorter. Rescued Kayaker Says Thank You Kayak Yak - There's a follow-up to the news of the kayaker who was rescued on November 5. John posted a note here on Kayak Yak about this story. There's an article about the rescue here at the Times-Colonist newspaper. California Dagger Blogs - Last year I didn't get to paddle in california for the first time in a few years so I was very excited to get to go out twice this season, in late april and in june. The South African Freestyle Canoeing Championships Sportscene - Freestyle in South Africa is rather small but over the last 3-4 years has started growing again nicely and we are seeing more and more paddlers at the various events. Benchmade Knife Company Wins 2014 American Made Outdoor Gear Award Playak - Benchmade Knife Company (www.benchmade.com) today was named the overall winner of the second-annual American Made Outdoor Gear Award. Benchmade Knife Company Wins 2014 American Made Outdoor Gear Award Press Releases - Benchmade Knife Company (www.benchmade.com) today was named the overall winner of the second-annual American Made Outdoor Gear Award. 2014 Rockstar Hits The Ocean Jackson Kayak - This 2013 all star made a huge impression on me the very first time i paddled it! First time i every paddled it was in the Go Pro Mountain Games finals. Right before i got in the water for my ride Eric Jackson convinced me to get into the Rock Star. Liquid Logic Stinger Xp unsponsored - Orinally designed for the Green Race the Liquid Logic Stinger gives a little nod to the boats of the past. The XP version takes the Stinger wheel and adds a rear hatch and skeg for true cross-over ability. Midwest Kids Curious The Ocean and Surfing Connor Baxter - I began a conversation with some kids from Minnesota who have spent a lifetime on the water – canoeing, kayaking, waterskiing and such. Simple Tips When Traveling Abroad Jackson Kayak - First get your immune system as strong as possible by eating lots of fresh organic fruits and veggies, as well as daily doses of probiotics and other supplements that help support a balanced G.I. tract. Helping your body help itself can be the best plan of avoiding down time. Hawaii News Now: Kayak fisherman killed in Maui shark attack Misc. - A kayak fisherman was attacked and killed by a shark in waters off of Maui on Monday morning. Adventures in The Jewel of The Rainforest Costa Rica Rios - Across the globe, there are a few areas that scientists consider biological "hot spots. These regions are unusually abundant in plants and wildlife that aren't found anywhere else. It's referred to as biodiversity.

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