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Playak News Flash - October 24, 2015
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News Watch Headlines Weekly Recap SUP Connect - Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding. Mekong Delta Heads for Troubled Waters International Rivers - Lush greenery in the lower Mekong region sprawls as far as the eye can see, an illustration of just how fertile the delta is.The endless green fields scored by the river's nine tributaries, which the Vietnamese call Nine Dragons, explain why this area is one of the world's major food baskets. Bad Hydropower Legislation is Back Am. Whitewater - The Hydropower legislation we've been tracking since late spring is on the move again in Congress, and it still spells really, really bad news for rivers. Paddler's voices are important in the process. How to: Switch Freewheel Jackson Kayak - Turn around backwards and look over your shoulder to watch the entry. You want to be watching and able to see the lip to know when to throw the freewheel. Brooke Is Training Hard for This Weekend'S Grueling PaddleFit - Yes I have 587 things to do in a day and a half, but #firstthingsfirst. So stoked to be bringing this fast beauty to #chattajack2015 Mo Freitas, Bailey Rosen Win the Battle of the Bay SUPracer - In brief: Mo Freitas and Bailey Rosen have taken out the annual race around San Francisco's iconic Alcatraz Island, also known as the Battle of the Bay. Mo swept both the 8.5 mile round the island loop and the shorter course race, with Bailey matching the double in the women's. Mennen Clip Reaches 1.5m Views David Arnaud - This year the Red Bull Elements' production included a special challenge. Besides the usual deliverables we were to produce a clip following Team Mennen, which is a partner of the event. Why Do You Love Kayaking? unsponsored - Why Do You Love Kayaking? Is it because of the adventure, friendship, or the fear? Tell us why you love kayaking. Review of Pyranha 9R white water boat Team Pyranha - Aggressive, Nimble and Stable… these are the 3 words that come to mind when I am asked what I think about Pyranha's new boat the 9R. I have paddled a lot of boats in a lot of styles of water from big water waves, steep fast slides, and low water creeks. The 9R is my new choice of boat for any of these conditions. This boat was my pick for my trip to Colorado In June and has also been my go to boat for local runs. An Evaluation of Dams Under The Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (Pida) International Rivers - It's well known that Africa suffers from an appalling lack of infrastructure. With a population of 1.033 billion people, the continent boasts an installed electrical generating capacity of just 147,000 MW – that's analogous to the installed capacity of Belgium, a country with a population of a mere 11.2 million. Kai Lenny & Candice Appleby Are Crowned 2015 World Champions SUP Connect - It was an epic close to the 2015 season at Turtle Bay, as we saw extremely competitive racing and dramatic finishes in both the long distance and sprint racing that led to the crowning of 2 new World Champions for 2015. Naish's Kai Lenny came into this final event with 2 wins and a second under his belt, needing to get a 3rd place or better in this Final event of the year in order to secure the 2015 World Racing Title. Kühl's Mutiny River Shorts and Shadow Hoody Excel in the Outdoors SUP Examiner - Kühl Mutiny River Shorts and Shadow Hoody Known throughout the outdoor industry for making high quality outdoor and lifestyle apparel with a unique sense of style, Kühl's Mutiny River Shorts and Shadow Hoody live up to the company's criteria for functionality, innovation and flair. Here is a take on how to be victorious on the race competitions Jackson Kayak - Now in all seriousness, the real three keys are to: plan, visualize, and go hard. Do not only know which eddies you need to catch but plan how you are going to catch them and where you will enter/exit. Look for the 8-balls and try to strategize your best bet for getting in and out of their areas as fast as possible in ways that avoid collisions with other racers. Traffic jams help no one. Watch where the water moves and look for what may not be the most direct path, but rather the one with the fastest moving water. Now Subscribe SUP International - Subscribe to the World's No.1 Stand Up Paddle Magazine and you will get it delivered to your door! Prices include global delivery (scroll down for international postage options or the digital edition). King and Queen of Cardiff Bay SUPboarder - King of the Bay SUP & Prone 10Km Race 2015 The battle to decide the King and Queen of Cardiff Bay was held on the 18th October from the Cardiff International White Water centre. Emily King updates SUPboarder on the racing that forms part of the Welsh Surfing Federation selection for the 2016 ISA world championships.

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