The Global SUP Community

Playak News Flash

Our famous News Flash informs tens of thousands of paddlers around the world about the most popular paddling news each day. SUPzero editors hand-pick the best headlines 24/7, and those that are viewed most by our readers are sent out in the News Flash. Each Friday, we send out the Weekly Digest (instead of the daily News Flash), containing the top headlines of the past 7 days, as well as the most popular videos and forum topics, plus a list of upcoming events.

Back to Playak News Flash Archive

Playak Weekly Digest
The world's top paddling news in week 49, 2018.

News Watch Women on the Road Podcast Interview Brittany Parker - About a month ago I was interviewed by the Women on the Road podcast. We talked about my accident, river surfing, and my road to recovery. Ex-FARC Guerrillas in Colombia Train to Be Raft Guides International Rafting Federation - Nine Ex-FARC guerrillas in Colombia have a new future ahead of them in adventure tourism, thanks to river rafting guide training provided by the International Rafting Federation (IRF) and Rios Tropicales adventure company in Costa Rica. New Movie From Plattling Jackson Kayak - That’s my new edit from Plattling. Isarwelle is one of the best places in Europe to learn and train freestyle kayaking moves. Always when me and Tomasz are going to West Europe to compete in kayak events in France or Spain Plattling is always on our road map. Want to Camp on Sable Island? Traversing - Sable Island is located about 300 KM South-East of Halifax and was established in 2013 as a protected area for many rare and interesting species (including over 500 wild horses). Parks Canada is now looking for input on the first management plan for the Sable Island National Park Reserve focusing on the ecosystem, cultural and natural heritage and sustainable visitation. What we think will be most interesting to our readers is that camping is a possibility! A draft management plan will be completed from everyone’s feedback that will respect the natural elements of the island. You have until December 9th, 2018 to complete the survey... Krazy Kayakers – A Komedy of Errors on the High Seas Tsunami Rangers - Every year about this time we like to post something light-hearted in honor of the holidays and to brighten the darkness of year’s end. My New Bucket List Jackson Kayak - OK, let’s face it. I am never going to do that one Class 5 river that’s been on my bucket list since I started kayaking. Probably never going to get that massive clean air loop or do some trick that most people can’t pronounce, not going to go on any expeditions that involve real hardship, and truth be told, many of those Class 4 rivers of my past are now being seen from my rear view mirror. Bidding Farewell Too Soon to Cass Emary International Rafting Federation - With a heavy heart we share the untimely passing of Cassandra Emary or “Cass” as most people will fondly remember. Not one to let boundaries or challenges get in her way, Cass was an avid white water kayaker and adventurer. The Fall From Hell Tony Paradise - All of November was nothing but wind that has kept us on shore.  Finally, today, December 2nd the weather cooperated to let us get on the water.  Choosing the Right Paddle for Kayak Fishing Jackson Kayak - One of the most important decisions when folks first start kayak fishing is one that I think a lot of people overlook, and that is choosing the right paddle for them and their kayak. Throw Bag Legislation Sent to President'S Desk Am. Whitewater - Federal Coast Guard Law is set to change for the better, allowing throw ropes as a type of life saving equipment,  in lieu of throw cushions under rafting regulations on federally managed whitewater rivers across the country. How to Work Out What Age Division You Are in for Competitions International Rafting Federation - Having trouble working out what age group you are in for our divisions? Here are a list of ways you can work it out to see if you are eligible for the 2019 year. Tackling the Plastic Waste Problem on the Mekong The Paddler ezine - In January 2019, David Brearley will be heading out to Laos to document the mismanaged plastic waste problem on the Mekong. Not much media has been promoted about the issues out there due to its, only recently changed, old communist government. A Review of the Pyranha Ripper 4Corners Riversports - In the age of the slicy but capable river runner, the Pyranha Ripper stands alone. Taking cues from the incredibly popular Pyranha 9R, the Ripper combines the best parts of a creekboat with the fun and playfulness of a downriver playboat. Welcome Bethany Overfield, Our New Membership Director Am. Whitewater - Please welcome our newest staff member, Bethany Overfield. Bethany is stepping into the large shoes being vacated with the retirement of Carla Miner. AW Joins Recreation Groups in Support of Emery County Public Lands Act Am. Whitewater - American Whitewater joins the Outdoor Alliance, Access Fund, The Conservation Alliance, and Outdoor Industry Association in support of the proposed Emery County Public Land Management Act of 2018.

Factor Athletes with top online media coverage in December 1. Michael Booth 2. Mo Freitas 3. Tarryn King Videos Stand Up Paddleboarding and Surfing in Montréal | Paddle Tales (The Heliconia Press) Cheapest Glide Bait Fishing Lure in the World?: Fishing Tackle Tips BOTE Presents // True. Wild. Florida. (CoreyCooper) REEL WORLD Vol.3 – #10 Jordy Guldman (Usa) (KayakSession) Gerber's New Salt RX Line Of Fishing Tools (scottrapidmedia) Upcoming Asahan River Festival Indonesia, North Sumatra, , Nov 27 - Dec 10 Auckland Paddlefest Event #4 New Zealand, Auckland, Dec 6 Triple S Sunset Surfski Series #3 Australia, WA, Perth, Dec 7 Gene17's Adventure Paddlers Weekend UK, Devon, Dec 7 - Dec 9 Paris SUP Open France, Paris, Dec 8 - Dec 9