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Playak News Flash - April 29, 2018
The world's latest paddling headlines.

Groups Seek Fundamental Legal Rights for Serbia'S Wild Rivers and Ecosystems International Rivers - Today, a coalition of organizations launch a campaign to establish rights of nature in Serbia. The goal is to permanently protect sensitive Balkan ecosystems, including from threats of enormous pesticide use and a flurry of dam construction. How to Improve the Roll Simon Wyndham - The best way to practice realistic rolling is to go over in real environments, even on the flat. How to improve the roll is possibly one of the most asked questions in white water kayaking. Arizona Man Who Shot at Kayakers Sentenced to 22.5 Years in Prison Canoe Kayak - Danny Eugene Button found guilty of aggravated assault and other charges at March trial; Tyler Williams discusses the sentencing and his suggestions to the judge. The Story Behind Maui’s First and Only Downwind Shuttle Service - Maliko Shuttle SIC Maui - Downwind paddling is a core pillar of SIC’s brand and beginnings. Starting with the Bullet Series and now with the more recent additions of the 2018 Bayonet and RS, it has been part of our mission to deliver world-class downwind boards that allow people to enjoy the sport, competitively and recreationally. More Photos From My First Ride on Canarsian Frogma - It was SO nice to get out on the water on Saturday when I really hadn't planned to, and it was absolutely gorgeous out. Here are a dozen photos from our spin around Canarsie Pol. OluKai Celebrates a Decade of International Paddling and Preserving Hawaiian Culture Samata Mag - For the 10th year in a row OluKai, is bringing the world’s best paddlers together for a weekend of racing and celebrating the Hawaiian culture at the annual Ho’olaule’a (celebration). OluKai created the now legendary event in 2008 to pay tribute to the ocean lifestyle through competition, tradition, family and giving back to the community, a key component since the race’s inception. OluKai Celebrates a Decade of International Paddling and Preserving Hawaiian Culture Standup Paddle Magazine - For the 10th year in a row OluKai, is bringing the world’s best paddlers together for a weekend of racing and celebrating the Hawaiian culture at the annual Ho’olaule’a celebration. Chasing Bumps and Finding Bliss at the Maui Dream Retreat SUP Magazine - An update on the dreamiest week in SUP spoiler alert it's been the week of our dreams. The post Chasing Bumps and Finding Bliss At The Maui Dream Retreat appeared first on SUP Magazine – The Voice of Standup Paddling . 10th Annual OluKai Ho’olaule’a Features Foiling and Gender Equal Prize Purse SUP Connect - For the 10th year in a row OluKai, is bringing the world’s best paddlers together for a weekend of racing and celebrating the Hawaiian culture at the annual Ho’olaule’a (celebration). OluKai created the now legendary event in 2008 to pay tribute to the ocean lifestyle through competition, tradition, family and giving back to the community, a key component since the race’s inception. Stevie Bodden on Life and Paddling SUP Examiner - To all the superwomen out there, keep moving forward I had the pleasure of meeting Stevie Bodden with Team 404 this past fall at the Pacific Paddle Games (PPG). In between warming up, getting ready to race, racing, and recovery we chatted briefly about the paddling scene in Panama, where Stevie is from. North East Sup Racing Calendar 2018 Standup Journal - Everyone is asking.  My phone keeps pinging.  I figure it’s easier to put a list up online than answer all the questions I’m fielding about stand up paddle races in the North East. Here is the list as I know it to date.  Standup for Women: a WND&WVS podcast with Gabby Reece Standup Journal - From growing up on a small Caribbean island, to becoming one of America’s all-time fitness icons as a professional volleyball player to marrying the legend famed with bringing stand up paddling to the States, Gabrielle Reece has quite a story. Here is a recent podcast from the crew at WND&WVS with one helluva lady. Gabby