Bikes, Boats and Big Rivers ~ Boat Review: Dagger's New Nomad ~ On Paddles

Playak News Flash - July 5, 2016
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines Bikes, Boats and Big Rivers Canoe Kayak - For six months last year, long-distance cyclists and first-time canoeists Nia Thomas and Sara Dykman teamed up with friends Aaron Viducich and Matt Titre to complete a 13-state, 3,500-mile source to sea journey on the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. The On the River expedition started from the Triple Divide near the Canadian border and ended in the Louisiana bayou. Besides lots of adventures on the river (Titre was the lone experienced canoeist of the bunch), the expedition stopped in river towns along the way to deliver educational programs at schools. Sup Destination Guide | Pack Your Bags We Are Going To Belize Standup Journal - Thirty-six miles off the coast of Belize City, Belize, lies a fly fisherman's dream destination. Cayo Frances Farm & Fly is a small fly fishing camp and vacation get-a-way. Located on Ambergris Caye, this modest destination has some of the best fishing in Belize. The camp's owner, Jeff Spiegel, was gracious enough to house the BOTE team for a few days and give them a preview of the camp before it opens for business later this year. The Grand Canyon by SUP and pushing your Comfort Zone. Werner - It is a blessing to be asked to join a Grand Canyon trip, for some a once in a lifetime opportunity. So when Danny Mongno, Werner Paddle's marketing manager, a kayaker for close to 30 years, was invited why on earth did he decide to stand up paddle it? "Honestly it all came down to my fiancé Celeste. I just felt like I could more easily jump off the board and spend time with her in the raft." Boat Review: Dagger's New Nomad Rapid Magazine Blog - If you're like me, you've got a favorite hoodie and pairs of pants and shoes that you never want to let go of. You're comfortable in them. You've shared lots of memories. Sure, there may be newer versions out there, new colors or options that fit better, but they just can't replace your favorite. Palm Equipment Gradient Boots 2016 – First Look unsponsored - Palm Equipment have updated the super popular Gradient boots for 2016. The previous version is firm favourite at Unsponsored HQ. Youth Scholarship - TR. 51 Adventurous Experiences - Youth Scholarship- Development and Leadership Program Coaching People, Changing Perspectives. The team had their final 'in the water' sea kayaking training session, off Contrary Head, Peel, on the west coast of the Isle of Man, on Wednesday early evening (training session 51). Bart de Zwart wins 715km ultra endurance Yukon River Quest Starboard SUP - The Yukon River Quest's distance of 715 km or 444 miles makes it the longest paddle race in the world without a doubt. For the first time this year open to stand up paddlers alongside the canoe and kayak competitors who have enjoyed (or endured) it for years, 11 brave sup paddlers registered to participate. Uncut With Ian Cairns SUP Connect - If you have any inkling of interest towards stand up paddling, someone who has never done it, someone who does it often, or even the best in the world. You need to watch this. Ian Cairns goes through it all in this uncut interview. SIC Maui Introduces F.A.S.T - Foot Actuated Steering Technology SUP Connect - The mission with the all new and patented F.A.S.T. (Foot Actuated Steering Technology) was to revolutionize the same steering that SIC created in the beginning. The new system is focused on durability, reliability, serviceability and flexibility. New Waters, New Lessons worldkayak blogs - It was a hot June day, and my family and I were headed to the Poconos for a family adventure  As luck would have it there was a www.kayak-anglers.com event about 25 minutes from where we had our vacation planned. I crossed the t's and dotted I's with my gear and required Pennsylvania permits and fishing licenses and off we went. On Paddles PaddleWoo - We talk so much about the role of paddles in paddle surfing, but we haven't spent much time on the paddles themselves. Today's journal is observations on paddles from personal experience. For surfing, small is where it's at. The needs in paddle surfing are stability and acceleration, both are aided by smaller blade size. Why Not Start an Adventure Film Festival with Graham Clarke : TPZ 120 The Pursuit Zone - Graham Clarke started the Why Not? Adventure Film Festival in 2012. Now in its 5th year based in Galway Ireland, the festival aims to bring the vision of filmmakers and athletes to a wider audience and to inspire people to take up an adventure no matter how small. Graham himself was inspired after seeing the films McConkey and Janapar: Love on a Bike. Tips for a Faster Race Jackson Kayak - During the last month, I competed in 4 Creek Races; the Screaming Quarter Mile race at The Golden Games, the Numbers Race at Paddle Fest, the Adam Barron Memorial Creek Race at Lyons Outdoor Games, and the Black Rock Race on Clear Creek. While doing these races I learned a couple of things I thought I might share to help others who may want to try creek racing. ASI SUP Instructor workshops – Jervis Bay NSW Australia June 2016 ASI - AUSTRALIA, NSW, Jervis Bay. Instructors attended the ASI Level 1 SUP Enclosed Flat Water, Level 2 Exposed Waters and SUP Instructor Water Rescue on 17-20 June 2016, at Huskisson. The weather conditions weren't the best with forecast storms. But the conditions held up and the instructors completed practical rescue, delivery, and SUP technique skills learning. Gear Review | Surf Legend Dave Kalama On the Crossover XT by Imagine Surf Standup Journal - Dave Kalama walks us through the features and design notes of the Crossover XT by Imagine Surf. A premium epoxy molded standup paddleboard that is super versatile and very affordable so we can get you on the water and having fun!

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