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Playak Weekly Digest
The world's top paddling news in week 33, 2017.

News Watch How to surf a sea kayak GrindTV - The feeling of riding a clean, green wave – accelerating the long waterline of the craft to the wave's trough, riding the line along the green face and changing direction at a snap as the boat rises to the top – it is the closest I have ever gotten to dancing with water. Whether you are surfing beach break, point break or tide races, there are three key variables you can mess around with... Brian Vermillion’s Comparison Review of JK Nirvana from J.A.W. Demo Jackson Kayak - Brian is 5’-5” in height and currently weight 150 pounds for the comparison review. He is the smallest paddler to try out the medium size Nirvana from the J.A.W. Fleet. Brian Vermillion’s Report on how the Jackson Kayak #JKNirvana compares to the Pyranha Kayaks #9r Falling In Love with Alabama’s Rivers American Rivers - Alabama’s longest free-flowing river, the Cahaba, holds a special place in the heart of Charles Miller, but the Cahaba and all of Alabama’s rivers are under threat until Alabama has a improved water management plan. Preserving Special Places The Green-Toutle River American Rivers - Guest post by Nicole Budine is a part of our America’s Most Endangered Rivers® series spotlighting the Green-Toutle River. Here’s a contest where you can win cash and gear for your dream paddling adventure GrindTV - If we said that you could win $10,000 to finance your dream paddling adventure, you'd probably think we're joking. It may seem too good to be true, but that's exactly what the 2017 Dream Adventure Contest is all about. Just imagine charging down an exotic river, stroking along a breathtaking shoreline or exploring a remote alpine lake with your closest paddling pals. You'll make memories that'll last a lifetime, without having to spend a dime. JK Nirvana Feedback about the boat from “an average” class IV/V paddler Jackson Kayak - Nirvana defined as a place of perfect peace and happiness. To be honest with you, I was skeptical about trying the Nirvana boat. I loved the Karma . . . I loved everything about the Karma. I had tried other boats since the Karma came out, but always went back to it as my ‘boat of choice’. Say ‘Yes’ to New Experiences: Kayaking in Big Bend National Park REI - I am not a paddler. Kayaking, like most outdoor pursuits, is simply an activity that I attempt to do and hope to mildly succeed at. I’m not particularly skilled at paddling, nor do I ever expect to be. Just 24 hours prior to tugging my boat towards murky flow of the Rio Grande, I didn’t own a single dry bag. I didn’t even know the correct way to roll it up to keep my gear dry. Bonafide Kayaks Name Bobby Clark as Ambassador Angling International - Building on the momentum of a successful brand and product launch at the ICAST and Outdoor Retailer trade shows this summer, Bonafide Kayaks has announced that Bobby Clark will lead the company’s team of promotional paddlers and anglers. Sebastian Gomez – SUP Surfing in Puerto Escondido SUP World Mag - Sebastian Gomez ripping up in Puerto. Woman Behind the Lens: Freya Fennwood REI - Freya Fennwood has been paddling her own boat since she was a wee 5-year-old. And that makes a big difference when it comes to shooting action photos in some of the world’s most beautiful paddling destinations. Canoeing Around Britain by Colin Skeath and Davis Gould-Duff The Paddler ezine - Colin Skeath and Davis Gould-Duff have just completed an incredible voyage canoeing around Britain. They finished on 25th July 2017 at Strontian after completing the circumnavigation by paddling and sailing their canoe an estimated 2100 miles, clockwise. Aloha Collection Splash-Proof Pouches SUP Examiner - Introducing the ALOHA Collection Part of being a standup paddler is a constant thirst for travel and adventure, even if that simply means exploring a new nook of your local harbor. Canyon Coolers Prospector Rapid Magazine Blog - Canyon Coolers, who got their start in the rafting world, have created the only cooler in the market designed for rapids. It has a drain plug on the front for easy access. Georgetown Loop Railroad, Colorado, May 26 Frogma - Oh, I have not been having the summer I'd hoped to. This was supposed to be the summer where I got out on the water lots and lots - just hasn't worked out that way. This episode of Flow State tells you about Rescue PFDs which is important for your safety Chris Wing - Welcome to our show notes for Episode 2 of the Flow State, where we talk about rescue PFDs. Rescue PFDs are Type V, a special use rating from the US Coast Guard, and specific to whitewater.

Factor Athletes with top online media coverage in August 1. Kai Lenny 2. Nouria Newman 3. Chuck Patterson Videos Hobie Outdoor Adventures - Making Champions: Hobie Bass Open at Kentucky Lake (S6E4) (ingridn2) Stand Up Paddling the Sechelt Inlet in B.C. | Facing Waves (The Heliconia Press) The Chronicles Of An Adventure Photographer: Laura Austin explores the Southern Sierra (supzero) Must See Drone Footage of Kayaking in Colorado (AndrewStern) How to install the new Lowrance Elite Ti software update V 3.0 featuring Brad Wiegmann Upcoming Ladies Of The Lake Sea Kayak Symposium US, MI, Munising, Aug 17 - Aug 20 David Thompson Paddlesport Classic Canada, BC, , Aug 18 - Aug 20 Race The Fox US, WI, Fox River , Aug 18 The Columbia Gorge Paddle Challenge US, OR, Hood River, Aug 19 - Aug 20 Nahant Bay Race, US, MA, Swampscott, Aug 19