We're just a bunch of bored kayakers ~ Best Dec. Weather for Sup'N

Playak News Flash - December 22, 2014
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines We're just a bunch of bored kayakers Kokatat Blog - In an era when everything is for sale how do we value something that can't be packaged and bought? Can we put a price on that? On a vision of perfection, the reconstruction of our minds, the stepping outside of our consumer lives. Can we put a price on that? Best Dec. Weather for Sup'N Atlantic Paddle Surfing - Ken and Jean from Jiva yoga Soul SUP and I have been paddling 5 straight days during this beautiful weather in the mid low 60''s* F. Windless days made it perfect for paddling and exploring the various waterways surrounding HHI. Mexico Selects Team To Defend Home Turf At 2015 Worlds SUPracer - Last week Mexico hosted its annual championship event, with a year's worth of bragging rights and an all important spot on the national team up for grabs. McGregor back to settle Drak score ICF - Multiple-World Champion Hank McGregor has confirmed that he will be on the start line looking for a fourth title in the N3TC Drak Challenge canoe marathon on 24 and 25 January, eager to erase the memory of the mistake that saw the title slip through his fingers last year. The race is also the first for the 2015 ICF Canoe Marathon Classic Series. Braly Joy, The Heavily-Involved Brand Manager, Departs From SIC SUPracer - It must be the day of departures. Braly Joy, the long-time SIC Brand Manager and part-time parent to a team of international paddling stars, departs the company today. How to become a paddling family Fluid - The Pienaar family represents what we love about the paddling culture; bonding, shared experiences and appreciation for the outdoors. Who Built That Access Point? How Can I Build an Access Point? Jackson Kayak - Do you wonder who built that access point? Would you like to get involved with planning and building access points? Tennessee Scenic Rivers Association has partnered and built access points since 2006. TSRA's access committee consists of partnering agencies, municipalities, watershed groups, and paddling groups. Access committee members submit access ideas for discussion. Fluid's top 12 Safety Tips for Summer Fluid - When you sit or lie motionless say binging on series and you don't make an effort to get out there, you are in danger of developing the following ailments. Take Action: Tell New Mexico's Governor to STOP the Gila River Diversion! Am. Whitewater - Silver Spring, NM - New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez has only two weeks left to make a decision on the proposed Gila River Diversion.  This project will dam and drain the headwaters of the Gila River, threatening some of the most beautiful, biologically rich riparian habitat in the state, and some amazing paddling opportunities.  You can help by contacting the Governor TODAY, and signing the petition. Last month the Governor's Interstate Stream Commission APPROVED the Gila River Diversion, a water supply scheme that could cost a billion dollars and impact the last wild river in New Mexico. Now, this decision to move forward on the project is in the hands of New Mexico Governor Martinez... Bart de Zwart – French Polynesian solo crossing video SUPboarder - A great video released from Bart de Zwart about his solo French Polynesian crossing from Tahiti – Bora Bora over 4 days 3 nights and non-stop. Bart competed this amazing challenge back in May 2014 and like all of Bart's other challenges it was full on, and an amazing mission completed.  The board Bart was using was a Starboard Expedition 14'0″ X 30″ … which isn't that big when it's your home for 4 days!   The post Bart de Zwart – French Polynesian solo crossing video appeared first on SUPboarder Mag . Fluid for Good Fluid - Fluid is proud to be associated with various passionate souls and would like to highlight the endeavors of people out on the waterways doing good. Juneau Alaska SUP Trip Distressed Mullet - Fabulous scenery, paddling next to majestic mountains and to the face of glaciers. Wildlife: whales, bald eagles, bears, otters, seals and more. Best ever breakfasts to fuel our daily paddles Hiking, whale watching, sight seeing and more. Alternate Canoe Tump Tying Method Paddle Making - Calvin Rutstrum's outdoor classic, Way of the Wilderness, is often cited as an important book showcasing outdoor and canoeing skills. Published in 1946, it features some of his practical ideas for canoe camping at the time. Pages 25-26 have a brief blurb on portaging a canoe with a tumpline rigged up in a different manner than other sources. First Hobie Fishing Worlds V Qualifying Event Announced YakAngler - Ohio valley kayak anglers looking to participate in next year's Hobie Fishing Worlds V rejoice! Hobie announces their return to Kentucky Dam Village State Park May 29-31 2015. This is the first qualifying event announced for the 2015 Hobie Fishing Worlds tournament. White Water SUP safety basics SUPboarder - Here on SUPboarder we are seeing more and more paddlers taking to rivers around the world to try their hand at White Water (WW) paddling. Many of the videos we feature show paddlers who are already experienced in a WW environment, be that from kayaking or whitewater rafting.

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