We are into Minimalist, Zero Drop shoes & light weight gear for getting out Trail Running and living life. We energise ourselves with whole food fuels and fuel our souls by getting into the wilds.

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Magic days on the water in Nelson

We have an active group of oneman paddlers in Nelson, paddling both V1 and OC1. We often meet ...
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Viper Waka Paddle and Viper Kiato for V1 waka

Buying Waka Paddles (Outrigger or Va’a Paddles)

Waka Paddles are A very personal choice Getting the right paddle for you can be a bit of ...
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Jan paddling her Fai Va'a V1 Rudderless wak at the National Waka Ama Sprints 2019

Buying a V1 Va’a (rudderless outrigger canoe) for Grannies

From OC1 to V1 I bought the OC1 nearly 3 years ago and it's made such a difference ...
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Turns race at Waka Ama Sprint Nationals

Competing at World Sprints, Tahiti, 2018

I find it really easy to offer help, support and awhi to others. And yet it is always ...
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Jan, first time in V1 rudderless waka

Saying YES opens up my world

At 67 saying "Yes" is really important and I've been saying "YES" a lot more lately. I am ...
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Jan boxing to get fit for waka ama sprints

Off Water Training – Waka Ama Sprints for the over 60’s

Getting fit on my own doesn't work for me. I can paddle heaps because I am usually paddling ...
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Long distance waka ama paddling

Hydration & Nutrition Critical for Long Distance Waka Ama Paddling

Increase the distance, increase the nutrition Proper hydration and nutrition are critical if you are going to do ...
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What makes a good crew

Waka ama crews in New Zealand are normally 6 people who come together for social or racing events ...
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Ehukai OC1 outrigger canoe, 1 man waka

Buying an Ehukai OC1 one man waka (outrigger canoe)

Here I am at 66 buying a brand new OC1. Mad or not, it was a great decision. To ...
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Transitioning to minimalist running shoes

People often ask me what the transition to minimalist footwear was like. There are some common concerns/questions that ...
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