Have You Ever Repaired Your Canoe With a Camp Stove? ~ Flat Water Backloop

Playak News Flash - February 23, 2017
The world's latest paddling headlines.

Have You Ever Repaired Your Canoe With a Camp Stove? Canoe Roots - It was evening when we discovered the hole in the canoe. The four of us stood in a huddle staring blankly at the inch-long gash. How'd that happen? someone asked. Olly Hicks 1,200 mile kayak expedition from Greenland to Scotland Adventure Kayak - Here is Olly Hicks going to do a expedition it is a 1,200-mile kayak journey from Greenland to Scotland. There is a myth that "Finmen" about hundred years ago paddled all the way from Greenland to Scotland. By means of kayak that was made with seal skin . HIcks is going to paddle and check weather Finmen could have done this paddling this, he is trying to recreate history. Here Hicks tells us more on his latest paddle expedition. Flat Water Backloop Jackson Kayak - Getting bummed about colder weather? Not looking forward to moving into a pool for the winter? Well here's something that can keep you trying for a bit at least, even if you think you've got every flatwater trick in the book down- the elusive flatwater back loop. Good Intentions Jackson Kayak - My intent was only to fish for a few hours one afternoon. There was really no way of knowing the impact that one afternoon would have on me. Outdoor Retailer Pulls Out of Utah In Response to Governor's Environmental Stance SUP Magazine - The world's biggest outdoor industry trade show takes its business and $25 million in revenue out of Salt Lake City to protest anti-environmental initiatives. Chris Bertish Sets Another World Record During Atlantic Crossing SUP Magazine - Transatlantic paddler Chris Bertish sets a new world record for a 24-hour solo, unsupported and unassisted, open ocean distance of 71.96 miles. Pyranha Loki Review Simon Wyndham - I have been wanting to try out a Pyranha Loki ever since it was released back in 2012. The Loki is not very popular in the UK, and would appear to be a very under appreciated kayak. First Man Ever to Standup Paddle Across the Atlantic Nears Coastal Venezuela Standup Journal - The impossible is going to happen. You can see it on the map, hear it in his Captain's Log posts. Chris Bertish is going to make it to become the first human to standup paddle solo and unassisted across the expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. Tips To Improve Your SUP Surf Performance SUP Connect - Now that you're hooked to the feeling of riding waves you're probably ready to step it up and start improving your skills. We've gathered tips and advice from some of the top SUP surfing pros from around the globe to help guide you towards your goal of becoming a better stand up paddle surfer. See what they had to say below. Mexican Big Wave Star to Tackle The Ultimate Waterman SUP Connect - Carlos Coco Nogales is used to being challenged on a grand scale, but Mexico's big wave surfing ace is expecting his first visit to New Zealand to provide as tough a test as any he's faced in the water. He has been confirmed as the sixth competitor for the third edition of The Ultimate Waterman, which will be held in Southland, New Zealand from April 1-9. Birkett & Solms Cruise to Gruelling FNB Dusi Titles ICF - Three flawless days from Andy Birkett and Abby Solms in the toughest conditions in over a decade saw the pair march convincingly to their respective men's and women's titles at the 2017 FNB Dusi Canoe Marathon finishing at Blue Lagoon on Saturday. Meet Joe Paddler- Roei Yellin, Tel-Aviv, Israel Distressed Mullet - Roei Yellin Where you were born and where you live now? Born, raised and live in Tel-Aviv, Israel. What is your occupation? Paddling Guru at Motionize (A Motionize device attached to a paddle tracks stroke rate, distance speed, and other paddling metrics.) Where do you SUP the most? Food For Thought Samata Mag - Life is a balance in what we can control and what we can't. Sometimes surrender means to be quiet and find the strength within you.Read the story of one woman's battle with cancer fought with love. Beating Battles On The Water. Amie Zamudiofrom Volume 2 Issue 2 of Samata Magazine; an inspirational story of a single mom battling cancer with her daughter as her teenage daughter as her primary care-giver. SUP Surfing the Tribal Zone Standup Journal - Jean Rathle has been windsurfing, surfing and standup paddling a special spot since he arrived in San Francisco in 1997. The spot has history, little camaraderie, serious hold downs and an oftentimes violent territorial attitudes between surfers and standup paddlers. The friction is heavy but the pay-offs very real. Glide Ambassador, Melanie Smith Interview Glide SUP - This interview with Glide Ambassador, Melanie Smith, was particularly exciting for me to do because it seems like every response she had emanates passion for what she does very inspiring. Read on for your daily dose of stoke.

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