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Playak News Flash - July 22, 2024
Playak News Flash - July 22, 2024
The world's latest paddling headlines.
Message of the Day
Retiring News Flash and Weekly Digest mails in August 2024
I developed the News Watch service and the News Flash mailings back in 2004, when social media hardly existed, people actually browsed the web on desktop computers, and e-mail was the most relevant service for personal communication. These days people spend more time on social media than websites, and use apps on phones and tablets to do so. In personal communication, messengers (X, Facebook, Signal, Whatsapp, Discord, Telegram, …) have become much more important than e-mail for most people. Since 2004, I have used homemade robots to gather paddling news, and from that flood of news I hand-picked the most relevant headlines 365 days per year. In the past 15 years I’ve paid several assistants for this daily work. I’ve found it hard to stop this service, as so much love and sweat went into building and maintaining it, but now the time has come to recognize that it is just not worth it anymore. The above is how I assess the situation. If you see it differently, please let me know. I hope you have enjoyed these services during the past 20 years. Cheers, Jeroen
Trash Paddler Coasting Fort to Fort
Trash Paddler - As tempting as Children's Island looked in Tuesday morning's sparkling sunshine I continued hugging the coast of Marblehead and pulled into a serene Dolliber Cove where little Crowninshield Island offered an ideal spot to land.
Paddling Magazine Navigating the Rising Costs of Wilderness Rescue
Paddling Magazine - Nearly a quarter of a century has passed since I first apprenticed as a sea kayak instructor with Bruce Lash, a spunky firefighter who was among the first North Americans to earn the British Canoe Union’s vaunted 5-Star Sea award, which is regarded as the most rigorous sea kayak training in the world.
TotalSUP Start Them Young With Their Own SUP Kit! 10 Reasons to Opt for a Paddleboard Designed for Kids
TotalSUP - Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has seen significant growth in recent years and the market for children’s paddleboards is no exception.
Angling International America’s ‘Favourite Rod’ To  Introduce New GX2 Series at ICAST
Angling International - Ugly Stik – described as America’s favourite fishing rod since 1976 – is reintroducing the GX2 series of rods and combos at ICAST, the world’s largest tackle trade show which opens its doors tomorrow.
SUP World Mag Falls of Bruar – 1st SUP Descent
SUP World Mag - The Falls of Bruar hold a special place in Scotland’s history. Once a barren landscape, it transformed into a lush and stunning area after the renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote a poem petitioning the Duke of Atholl to plant trees along its banks. Interestingly, Burns penned the poem from the river’s perspective, asking for the trees.
SUP Tonic 10 Women and 22 Men Are Ready to Go!
SUP Tonic - 10 Women and 22 Men are ready to go! The post 10 Women and 22 Men are ready to go! first appeared on Tonic Mag.
ICF Ohrstrom Loving Life With Wife and Daughter on Road to Paris
ICF - Holding his boat and paddle in one hand and his young child in the other, Isak Ohrstrom has got his hands full as he heads for another day on the water in preparation for the Olympics.
SUP Tonic So Many Fun Ways to Foil in Maui, What’s Your Favorite?
SUP Tonic - Mondays with the Maui crew! The post So many fun ways to foil in Maui, what’s your favorite ? first appeared on Tonic Mag.
PaddlingLight KÜHL’s the One: Best Jacket for Canoeing?
PaddlingLight - Back in March, KÜHL sent over a The One jacket for me to review. Since then, it’s been the jacket that I’ve reached for more often than any other jacket. In fact as I write this, I’m actually wearing the jacket in my office because my office is chilly today.
SUP Tonic Ultra. the Future of Foiling Is Coming.
SUP Tonic - Stay tuned – Ultra by AFS FOILS! The post ULTRA. The future of foiling is coming. first appeared on Tonic Mag.
SUP Connect What Does Stand Up Paddling Mean to You?
SUP Connect - Stand Up Paddling (SUP) is more than just a sport; it’s a journey of discovery, connection, and growth. My adventure with SUP began around ten years ago, thanks to a suggestion from a work colleague.
Paddling Magazine 6 Paddling Expeditions to Watch This Summer
Paddling Magazine - Summer is expedition season for paddlers in the Northern Hemisphere, and many of this year’s biggest journeys take advantage of the long daylight hours of the Far North.
SUP World Mag Most Beautiful Downwinder Ever
SUP World Mag - It is always a treat to get to explore a new coastline on foils. Dane McBride invites Jack to come do the most beautiful downwind run ever – Na Pali Coast. Enjoy the action from his day.
Paddling Life The Modern Wannigan – Pelican 1673 Air Case
Paddling Life - By Alan Schmidt River and canoe tripping is no doubt one of the most satisfying outdoor adventures any of us can hope to have in their lifetime.
TotalSUP Mario La Mastra’s SUP Progression With Nika Paddle Surf Camp
TotalSUP - We are delighted to welcome 48 year old Mario La Mastra, an accomplished Italian SUP surfer and racer, to share his journey and experiences with us. Starting his stand-up paddleboarding journey casually in 2010, Mario has evolved into a dedicated competitor, driven by a deep passion for the sport.
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