My Epic Trip to Scotland ~ How to Follow The World’S Best Paddlers

Playak News Flash - February 8, 2014
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines My Epic Trip to Scotland Brittany Parker - I love international flying, the coach seats are slightly more comfortable than their domestic flight counter parts. Walking around barefoot, doing squats and crunches, or having a casual beer in the back with a new acquaintance is completely acceptable and doesn't even entice a second glance. How to Follow The World'S Best Paddlers SUPracer - Our little SUPstagram feature had been innocently hiding in the corner of SUPracer.com for months. I built it as a fun little side project on a slow news day and left it at that. Didn't even promote it. I thought it would be a fun way to instantly stalk follow the best stand up paddlers in the world, all in the one spot, but nothing special. Wavesport Kayaks Mobius–First Impressions Team I-Canoe - So its been just over a month since we took the first delivery of the new Wavesport Mobius freestyle kayak. I've only had it out on a few brief occasions but I can safely say, this boat is a thousand times better than its predecessor, the Project X. Boardworks Mexico SUP and Surf Test Trip – Check out the New Video Boardworks SUP - The winter of 2013-14 in Southern California was turning out to be one for the record books for all the wrong reasons. Record drought and crazy summer like temperatures were making national headlines but for all of us ocean loving people this seasons' absence of winter surf was the one that mattered most. Congratulations to February Kokatat Instructor of The Month, Don White ACA - Don started paddling over 20 years ago but didn't get serious until his wife and partner, Fern, arrived on the scene. Mike Dawson Wins Australian Open Jackson Kayak - Jackson Kayak team member Mike Dawson headed to Penrith Whitewater stadium to kick start the International Slalom season with a win in the Australian Open. Event Timetable & Sessions Mark Tozer - Below is a guide to the sessions that will be running during the 7th UK Storm Gathering. A full list of activity descriptions will be sent out when booking forms are requested. 'All You Need to Do Is The Lake is the Boss - A number of years ago I was in a Friday night league on the company bowling team. Through a scheduling quirk we had to bowl on Good Friday and my two Madison cronies, Woody and Davey, were in town for the long weekend. Gulf Islands Solo Trip: Part 2: 'Paddling' Deep Cove SUP - This was the last day of Northerly winds so it was perfect for my crossing and my paddle south towards the gap in between North and South Pender. I got a good little push down the coast along North Pender and then I started to feel some current. I paddled close to shore and saw lots of wildlife on this stretch. Throughout the whole trip anyone I came across including animals, were very surprised to see me. Gulf Islands Solo Trip: Part 3: 'Downwind' Deep Cove SUP - Read about a solo paddle trip around the Gulf Islands done with the Starboard K15. The paddler did down winders and camped overnight feeling a bit uneasy at the dark woods after having seen red bright eyes staring at him. A peaceful trip which was satisfactory for this person. There is more with Coast Guard forks concerned about this paddler's safety as they enquire about the paddler's quest in paddling solo. The Rio Baker—Doombed to a Dam? Funhog Blob - I had written about it's whitewater canyons for over a decade, heard about its possible damming for years, and paddled with the locals who know it best in recent months. Somehow, I seemed fated to visit Chile's largest river, the Rio Baker. Top Ten Tips – Get the most out of your wetsuit SUPboarder - With winter now in full swing a good wet suit is essential! Getting into a good habit caring for your wet suit before/after your SUP session will not only prolong your wet suits life, but also ensures you have many happy hours in and on the water. Here are a few top tips to help you get the most out of your wet suit… Connor Baxter having fun SUP surfing with his family Connor Baxter - We should spend time and enjoy times together when we are with our family or out with our friends, well Connor Baxter spends time with his sister Ashley and dad catching waves. Nice way to unwind, play and have fun. Being outdoors and on water is a refreshing experience surely. 10 Things To Know When Starting a Youth SUP Movement in your Area Distressed Mullet - Bailey Rosen here, stoked to be back this week giving you some tips about getting a kids SUP team started in your own backyard! Junior training groups have been popping up in recent months on the West Coast, now reaching the East Coast. I'm all about encouraging kids to paddle, so here's some tips from my experience to help you establish your own kids paddling group! Bill's & My Paddle IMUA Re-cap NorCal Surfer - My friend Bill Boyum is a longtime Maui local and veteran waterman who has been involved with Maui wind and paddling sports from the beginning. Here's his re-cap of the race from an email he sent this morning.

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