Gimmick or Game Changer: Examining Innovations in SUP ~ Finally Back At It

Playak News Flash - July 11, 2016
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines Gimmick or Game Changer: Examining Innovations in SUP SUP Examiner - The intent behind Gimmick or Game Changer is to examine some of the innovations in SUP to evaluate whether or not their claims will stand the test of time or quietly pass into the dustbin of history. Ladies Southeast Paddling Series – Nantahala Girls at Play - Wednesday on waters of the Nantahala, 18 Ladies gathered together to honor Shannon and the river with their laughter, smiles and festive merriment! Anytime you bring a group of ladies on the water together, support, attention and general silliness ensues. Paddling and poultry Jackson Kayak - I visited friends with free range chickens running around their yard one night recently… The next morning there was a chicken outside my apartment. Kayak Angler achiements Kokatat - My hunt for citation Bluefish, which is now in its 4th year, felt somewhat okay to leave on the back burner. Sharing that time with my dad, the one who got me into fishing, was special enough. Plus, I had checked off a big personal milestone not long ago. It's been three years since I achieved VA Saltwater Expert from the kayak, and as I expected, my fishing time has decreased tremendously since then. But none the less, I've been able to pick off trophies here and there. Sup Yoga Teacher Training Boga Boards - SUP Yoga is an amazing practice for developing core strength and balance, and it's a wonderful way to enjoy nature's beauty. The JBYoga 18-hour SUP Yoga teacher certification training will prepare you to confidently and safely teach fun and challenging yoga classes on the water. Charity Paddle to the Isles of Shoals–a bucket list event for many SUP Connect - On July 23, eighteen paddle boarders will set out to complete a round trip paddle to the Isles of Shoals as part of the event called the Stand Up for Littles IOS Invitational. As a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire (BBBSNH), the charity paddle to the island chain, which is located approximately 6 miles off the New Hampshire coast, has become a staple in the Northern New England paddle board scene, and a bucket list event for many. A Good Morning on Webb Cove Sea Kayak Stonington - Before we set-out, we took a Scorpio down from the rack and W, my morning student sat down in it to adjust the foot pegs. I could see almost right away, from the way he rocked the boat back and forth with his hips, but kept his upper body vertical, that he would do well. Finally Back At It Jackson Kayak - It had been about two months since I'd spent a day in the kayak. A series of unfortunate events seemed to continuously be getting in the way of me going fishing. From being called into work on my day off, to oversleeping, to loading up and getting to the launch to find that my kayak was locked onto my roof rack and I'd forgotten the key at home. Urban Armor Gear iPhone Case Vermont SUP - Urban Armor Gear iPhone Case I recently purchased a Urban Armor Gear case for my iPhone 5S. I loved the look of them and seemed like a good solid case. Lina Augaitis Navigates the 444-mile Yukon River Quest with Baby in Tow SUP Magazine - We recently explored how growing participation in SUP river racing is pushing the sport's distance boundaries. In this SUP magazine exclusive, world champion Lina Augaitis shares her experiences of taking on the daunting Yukon River Quest, with her husband and baby in tow... I was stressed for days before the start wondering if I was bringing the right gear, clothes and food. The weather really changes throughout the 444 mile course. Hydrofoil, Different Sports of SUP and Chinese Crap Boards PaddleWoo - It's been a banner week for the family in the water.  The lead in photo is from this morning.  After a run of the biggest surf in the past few years, the Pacific went docile and local weather has been mellow making for massive family fun out front.   Paddling in the Lone Star state Bote - BOTE Ambassador Hunter Harlow depicts the best places to hit the water in the Lone Star state!  Tejas, cowboy hats and horses, barbeque plates as big as your head, pick-up trucks, the longest state to drive through ever. If this is what comes to mind when you think about Texas, then chances are you learned it from either a spaghetti Western or you've never gotten off the highway. But no matter what you think of it, Texas is a paddle boarder's paradise. Downwinding in New Caledonia SUP Magazine - Located in the South Pacific is the French island of New Caledonia. Palm trees line the scenic shoreline that is surrounded by crystal clear waters covering a huge barrier reef filled with marine life. For standup paddlers, there are few more beautiful places to paddle.

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