This past weekend was the Stand Up for Clean Water race in Malibu. A chance to race and explore beautiful scenic coastline and water. All for a great cause. But what started out as a plan for a calm seas race quickly turned into one of those days paddlers will be talking about for years to come. We welcome Team Writer Bret Warner who was there, learned some great lessons, and gives us this , for paddlers, by paddlers racap! Thanks Bret -C.P.Companies that 'get it'!
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Race Recap - Stand Up for Clean Water (aka wind-a-geddon)
This past weekend was the Stand Up for Clean Water race in Malibu. A chance to race and explore beautiful scenic coastline and water. All for a great cause. But what started out as a plan for a calm seas race quickly turned into one of those days paddlers will be talking about for years to come. We welcome Team Writer Bret Warner who was there, learned some great lessons, and gives us this , for paddlers, by paddlers racap! Thanks Bret -C.P.Tide Tips Every Paddler Should Know
Get answers to several common tide questions and super helpful tips to make sure you are well prepared, and picking the best course during your next paddle. Remember, geeking out on paddle topics goes well beyond technique and equipment. It includes knowing the water we paddle too.
Whether you are steering a 6 man outrigger canoe, or paddling your SUP along jetties during a race, your speed can be directly affected by the tide. So, knowing what is happening, why and when, will make you a better paddler.
Whether you are steering a 6 man outrigger canoe, or paddling your SUP along jetties during a race, your speed can be directly affected by the tide. So, knowing what is happening, why and when, will make you a better paddler.
A leash. The importance of how to put it on...and take it off!
Leashes are a hot topic with the recent tragedy at the Gorge. The industry is writing articles about how to get more folks to wear them, and some very valid and creative ideas are being floated (pardon the pun). That said...one safety topic regarding leashes, that I feel often gets overlooked is how to quickly detach a leash. Just like in surfing, there are rare times when you need to detach ASAP. And not doing so can be just as dangerous as not wearing one.
Safety Items to Bring on a Paddle
It is important to be fast on the water, but sometimes, it is just as important to be prepared. Not only in training and condition, but in regards to the equipment we bring along. Whether you paddle SUP, Outrigger Canoe, Surf-ski, Prone or a Kayak, I shared some items below that have come in handy for me.
Overcoming dangerous situations when you go for a paddle
There is occasionally a time where a paddle goes awry and we have to deal with a bad situation. Equipment failure. Crashing in the surf or rocks. Getting hurt. Who knows....but I thought it would be good to address some of the situations I have found myself in here and there, and share what I have found that kept me and others safe. In no way am I and authority on all of this, and of course invite everyone to contribute their knowledge so I can learn and be more safe too. Enjoy!
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