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Nelson, Auckland, London – coming ready or not
Nelson to Auckland Well it was certainly an eventful evening ...
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On our way to World Sprints, 2 sleeps to go
I thought I should just write a blog about our ...
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V1 or OC1? Ruddered or rudderless – what is best for me?
In New Zealand a ruddered canoe (Hawaiian style - oneman ...
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I’m refusing to act my age
Age is no barrier to competing internationally I've just Qualified ...
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Training at Primal Fit Gym, Nelson
Going to 'Worlds' is such a big journey. Besides all ...
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Magic days on the water in Nelson
We have an active group of oneman paddlers in Nelson, ...
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Buying Waka Paddles (Outrigger or Va’a Paddles)
Waka Paddles are A very personal choice Getting the right ...
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Buying a V1 Va’a (rudderless outrigger canoe) for Grannies
From OC1 to V1 I bought the OC1 nearly 3 ...
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Competing at World Sprints, Tahiti, 2018
I find it really easy to offer help, support and ...
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Off Water Training – Waka Ama Sprints for the over 60’s
Getting fit on my own doesn't work for me. I ...
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Hydration & Nutrition Critical for Long Distance Waka Ama Paddling
Increase the distance, increase the nutrition Proper hydration and nutrition ...
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Buying an Ehukai OC1 one man waka (outrigger canoe)
Here I am at 66 buying a brand new OC1. Mad ...
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Transitioning to minimalist running shoes
People often ask me what the transition to minimalist footwear ...
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Outward Bound – they say only the tough go in the winter
Getting 'branded' They say only the tough go down in ...
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Vivobarefoot shoes survive the rigours of 21 days at Outward Bound
When I got the scholarship to go to Outward Bound ...
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