GalwayFest 2016 ~ Drone SUP Surfing Northern California

Playak News Flash - March 19, 2016
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines GalwayFest 2016 Palm Blogs - As with most great ideas, GalwayFest's conception took place in the early hours of the morning, fueled by alcohol and friendship. From the drunken dreams of Barry Loughanne and Andrew Regan to a small, local event that aimed to gather Irish kayakers in the iconic city of Galway to celebrate both the local whitewater and night life. Back To Back Wins For Hawaii's Zane Schweitzer At The Ultimate Waterman 2016 SUP Connect - Hawaiian surfer and Starboard SUP athlete Zane Schweitzer has stung his Ultimate Waterman opponents with back-to-back wins, this time in the Standup Paddleboard Surfing discipline held in Southland today (Wednesday 16th March). Schweitzer remains in fourth place overall but still has his all-important double whammy discipline of Longboard to go. Drone SUP Surfing Northern California SUP Magazine - Northern California's coastline is about as rugged as they come. Cold water, powerful waves and steep cliffs make much of the coastline inaccessible to surfers and paddle surfers alike. But every so often, there are spots along this jagged coast that are havens for the surfing community. Sailing and SUP Surfing in New South Wales SUP Magazine - For Australian professional stand up paddler Rory Chapman, life is good. He recently spent a week sailing, paddling and exploring the coastline near his hometown in Newcastle, New South Wales. Why SUP Paddlers Should Wear a Leash SUP Examiner - This is the first article in a two part series discussing SUP etiquette. What is a Leash and Why Should You Wear One You are doing a sport which involves standing on a liquid. The Melting of Winter Snow Bending Branches - Spring is here, we can hear it. The rivers are raging and ready to be paddled. Lakes are great for summer and fall paddling up North, but rivers can be an adventure when the water levels are higher. This Guy's Inspiring Body Transformation Will Remind You Just How Good of a Workout Stand Up Paddling Really Is SUPracer - In case you needed any reminding that stand up paddling is an amazing workout, take a look at this guy's inspiring body transformation. Steve Westlake finishes 2nd in Jetts City Surf Series red paddle co - Results just in from the Jetts City Surf Series in New Zealand, a stand up paddleboard race series in Auckland that attracts several hundred competitors each week, including pretty much all the top racers. The World Celebrated Rivers and Their Defenders on March 14 International Rivers - Margaret Daly, 2016 Day of Action for Rivers Coordinator Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum Day of Action 2016 Roshan Batti Let us wake up. Let us wake up, humankind. Code of Ethics for SUP Blue Paddle SUP - Code Of Ethics from Walk On Water: A Guide To Flat Water Stand Up Paddling" by Tim Ganly and Vie Binga. 1. I will always respect the water and the tradition. 2. I will feel responsible and watch out for every life in and on the water. 3. I will always be aware of my surroundings. 4. I will always wear my leash and/or pfd in honor of the fellow paddlers who have died during this sport. 5. I will always commit to the stroke and pull myself towards the blade. 6. If I fall off the board, I will always persevere and get back on the board. 7. I will always look for new places to paddle. 8. I will stand up and paddle every day, even in my mind. 9. I will share my experience and pass on my enthusiasm to non-paddlers... Loopy on the Charles Trash Paddler - It being Saint Paddy's Day and my having the day off from work raised the question...would there be enough water for paddling the Dedham Loop on the Charles River?  Luca Homonnai 2015 Sports Junior of Year World Paddle Awards - At just 16 years of age Luca Homonnai of Hungary is a seasoned professional having already achieved more than what most paddlers accomplish in their whole career. Bellyak Announces New Manufacturer Bellyak - Bellyak, Inc. is proud to partner with BIG Adventures based out of Fletcher NC as their molder. BIG Adventures molds for Liquid Logic and Native Kayaks, and are some of the best rotomolders in the business! What this means for Bellyak is that you get the world class quality and durability Liquid Logic boats are known for known for combined with the innovation of Bellyak's designs. How to Stand Up Paddle Board with Verena Mei Blue Planet Surf - Verena is a professional race car driver who grew up in Hawaii and recently moved back to Oahu.  She got into Stand Up Paddleboarding and has been a great customer and supporter of Blue Planet Surf Shop. Back to Back Wins for Hawaii'S Zane Schweitzer At The Ultimate Waterman SUP Examiner - Hawaiian surfer Zane Schweitzer has stung his Ultimate Waterman opponents with back-to-back wins, this time in the Standup Paddleboard Surfing discipline.

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