Another Lights Out Race The Lake of The Sky ~ Oh Those Devil Fish

Playak News Flash - July 5, 2015
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines Another Lights Out Race The Lake of The Sky Sup Currents - Having just returned from my 4th year at the Race the Lake of the Sky, the social media feeds have been buzzing with pictures, video, race results & recap and most importantly peoples stories from a glorious weekend of race events. In my humble opinion, sharing and reliving the event on social media is what social media does best. Northern Territory – River Swale unsponsored - The Swale, for many the most enjoyable, hassle free section of Class 4 (occasionally 5) in the UK. It's all down to preference of course, however, a little time invested in this true classic normally leaves paddlers with a beaming smile. Oh Those Devil Fish Jackson Kayak - I've been kayak fishing in the northwest for just about 10 years. I've caught lots of different kinds of fish and there's been some very rewarding ones. The nearly two hundred pound sturgeon that jumped over my head, the first kayak caught albacore in the Northeast Pacific fifty miles offshore (dropped off via mothership) and the craziest by-catch I've caught, a Giant Pacific octopus top the list. But for all the greats there has to be the balance. 10 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Go on a SUP Vacation Isle Surf and SUP - When summer arrives a lot of people tend to depart for warmer destinations and relaxing vacations. The best thing about standup paddle boarding is the ability to travel and enjoy SUPing all over the world. For that simple reason we have put together some photos to inspire your next SUP Vacation from our world travels. Personal Development Week - part 1 Adventurous Experiences - Our Youth Scholarship team (sponsored by Conister Bank, delivered by Adventurous Experiences) enjoying the conditions on Tuesday. Starboard'S Connor Baxter Wins in Barcelona SUP International - If there was any question as to whether the 2014 World Champion could continue his momentum into the new season, it was answered loud and clear this weekend in Barcelona, as Connor Baxter (Starboard) put on a clinic of strategic and high performance racing to take the win in both the long distance and sprint racing divisions in this first stop on the 2015 World Series. Gear Review: Old Town Next Canoe Kayak - Seems it's the age of the hybrid. Hybrid cars, hybrid vegetables, and from Old Town, their contribution to the hybrid era, the NEXT. A tweener solo boat touted for its ability to fit comfortably in both canoe and kayak realms. This One Weird Trick Will Improve Your Greenland Rolls Dash Point Pirate - Greenland-style paddling instructor James Manke is the founder of the website All Things Qajaq. He teaches at sea kayaking symposiums and events throughout the world, and along with paddler James Roberts, represented Canada to compete in the 2014 National Greenland Kayaking Championships. 30 Lakes in 30 Days | Pearl Lake | Colorado SUP Magazine - With its no-wake policy, Pearl Lake is an ideal place to escape the turmoil of modern technology and enjoy the serenity of nature in its natural form. Leave camp early in the morning and your board will disappear beneath a shin-high shroud of steam, with Farwell Mountain looming overhead. Paddling Tips For Beginners ACA - Paddlesports, in particular kayaking, is one of the fastest growing segments of the outdoor industry. What used to be a sport for the young and fit can now be enjoyed by just about anyone at any age. Before purchasing a kayak, consider a few options. There are two main types of recreational kayaks to choose from. Dirty Business Unraveling Corruption in Brazil'S Dam Industry International Rivers - For over a year, Brazil has been immersed in an unprecedented corruption scandal centered on state-owned oil company Petrobras. While corruption schemes are believed to have existed in the nation since the 90s, this scandal only broke in March 2014 when Petrobras directors, corporate executives and political party operatives were jailed in connection with operation Lava Jato a federal police investigation carried out with support from the federal public prosecutors office (MPF), a government watchdog. NFC IV GoPro Top 4 Runs unsponsored - A superb side by side look at the top 4 runs at this year's North Fork Championship IV Elite Division. A great use of the GoPro suite of cameras. SUWS Stop 2 sees a wealth of international athletes head to Finland for the Sieravuori Masters Waterman League - The Sieravuori Masters, stop 2 of the European Cup will kick off tomorrow, with elite athletes in attendance and stunning weather After an epic weekend of racing for stop 1 of the European Cup (and World Series) in Barcelona last weekend, a solid selection of the World's best have continued their journey onto the beautiful region of Sieravuori in Finland for stop 2 of the Cup, the 2015 Sieravuori Masters. A Little Pivot Turn Action At Paddlefit Kids Camp PaddleFit - A little pivot turn action at PaddleFit kids camp. Post Storm Surf Play Paul Kendrick - It was one of those perfect situations for great waves just south of Campbell River at Storey's Beach. A long and quite intense April southeaster with winds that had been blowing 25-35 knots all day along with lots of rain and fast moving grey cloud.

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