Whitewater paddlers love numbers. Get a group of them together and inevitably you’ll hear statements like, “ it was big, like 5.6” or “it sucked, 600 cfs”, or “I was paddling Rapid 9 with my 35 degree, 198,in my 1.5, at 600 cfs - that’s 1.2 at the bridge.”



While this numerical shorthand certainly speeds up communication between those in the know,… Continue

The movie The Karate Kid taught that to get skills you have to break it down. No one goes straight to the Crane Technique. First comes wax on, wax off, painting the fence, careful concentration, and getting the crap knocked out you a few times. Mr. Miyagi’s lessons hold true for kayaking too. Polish the pieces, then put the puzzle together.… Continue