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Nov 10
6 min

The 5 Key Elements of Whitewater Kayaking

Whitewater Kayaking is the use of a boat and double-sided paddle to traverse the wild rapids that are formed when river water rushes over...

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May 7
1 min

Whitewater Art Club Week #2 -Constriction

One week ago, we started Whitewater Art Club, and it's been brilliant to get the responses we've had! This project has 3 aims: Showcase d...

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Apr 29
2 min

White Water Art Club Week #1 -Big Brother

Reading a blog post today by Marriane Davies reminded me that the language of the whitewater environment can be seen differently by each ...

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Apr 1
1 min

#AirPaddle365 - Free video feedback during virus lock-down.

Covid-19 has deprived millions of river-lovers all over the world of their ability to go paddling. Jamie from Paddle365 is missing coach...

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Mar 20
4 min

Coronavirus Temporary Procedures

Dear Paddlers, Due to the immense pressures facing the country, I am making changes to the way I operate Paddle365. I’d like to continue ...

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Sep 10, 2019
4 min

Should river kayakers ditch the noseplug?

Sorry people. I know that many of you learned to roll while wearing your nose plug. I know your nose plug gives you the comfort of not fe...

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Sep 10, 2019
5 min

Kayaking... Not just for the youth!

There has never been a more inclusive time for participation in this sport in the UK. With the phenomenal successes of the Lee Valley Whi...

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Sep 10, 2019
3 min

Balephi Khola Guide: River Under Threat

The Balephi Khola is one of my favourite whitewater rivers on the planet, and sadly has one, or possibly two dams being constructed along...

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Sep 10, 2019
4 min

Planning and Visualisation for Whitewater Kayaking

When kayaking, have you ever had this experience, or one similar? You commit to paddle a rapid and get into your boat. You signal to your...

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Sep 10, 2019
6 min

Tysselva - A Snapshot of Norwegian Kayaking

Voss. 15/06/17. This was my last day in Norway, so we agreed we wanted to do something good. We also knew however that I needed to be at ...

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