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Taking Sea Kayaking To A New Level With Paul Kuthe

Werner team paddler, Paul Kuthe, gives a new perspective on sea kayaking as he takes on some serious tidal races.  Check him out in National Geographics Fringe Elements.

 

 

Rincon Beach Boy SUP race. Wrapping up a killer event.

Thanks to Bobby and Raquel from Mar Azul and Jose from Aquatica for waving the Werner Paddles flag at the 2rd Annual Rincon Beach Boy SUP race.

 
 
 
Congrats to my friend Jose, the owner of Aquatica, for his 9th place finish!

 
And of course to Aquatica-Werner Paddles team paddler Adrian Garcia for being the first board to the beach and over all winner.

 
It was a killer event over all with many Werner Paddle supporters and people of all ages racing, paddling and having a great time.

 
 
 

Happy Easter! Bunny...or snow man? edition of Photo of the Day.

Happy Easter from the family at Werner Paddles, we hope the day is filled with friends and loved ones.  Bill Thompson, a good paddler, a better friend and one of the owners of Down Wind Sports in Marquette Michigan shared his Easter morning with us and it was an easy lock for the Photo of the Day.

 
Now as you know I always stick to the, "No politics-no religion" policy on the Werner Paddles blog.  But I think you have to smile on Bill's philosophy this morning.  "Location was Little Presque Isle Lake, Marquette Michigan.  Superior Sunrise Service Paddle.  You see.....I would rather be paddling thinking of God (or some other higher being) then to be in a church thinking of paddling."  I think we all wish the winter would just go away, I mean it is Easter!!  But I think Bill's paddling companion is still pretty awesome.  Thanks Buddy, we appreciate the photo and the words of widom!  Want to see your photo and share your experience with the Werner Blog readers?  Send it over!

Shasta Boyz Headed To Japan For Paddling and Humanitarian Mission

Shata Boyz expedition team to Japan includes Shon Bollock, Cody Howard, Ryan Knight, Darin McQuoid, Nick Calderone, and Brandy Suppi.  The team is now heading to Japan with a dual purpose beyond filming a kayaking adventure. Their second purpose will be to help with the extensive humanitarian efforts taking place in Japan, and once in Tokyo, a local friend, Yoshihiro Takahashi will fill them in on where our help is most needed. Read more about their mission on Matador Network.

Nikki Gregg's SUP Fitness Video Is About To Drop

Nikki Gregg, the queen of SUPing, has a brand new video that showcases her SUP fitness routine.  If you have not had a chance to paddle or train with Nikki, you a missing a special treat.  In her new video Nikki will take you through a fun and challenging workout using your SUP.  You can find her video at many shops that sell SUPing equipment or reserve your copy online now.  

Shark Rips Fish From Kayker's Hand

Check out this video from team paddler Jim Sammons as he was fishing in New Zealand.  Watch out for that hungry shark boys.

 

 

South East SUP racers...the Distressed Mullet presents the Carolina Cap.

 
Check out www.wbpaddleclub.com for more information.  Werner Paddles own Mette Mosquera and Jim Miller will be there racing and supporting the event.

NOC Freestyle Shootout and Demo Days

 This year's NOC Freestyle Shootout, part of the national USAFK Points Series, is set for April 15-17, 2011. The 2011 event will likely be the last year of competition on the original freestyle feature before enhancements are made for the 2012 World Cup event and the 2013 ICF World Freestyle Championships in the Nantahala Gorge. 

Be a part of the original, small-time event before things go major league! We again offer classes for paddlers of all boat types, ages and skill levels.

Note that the Shootout shares the weekend with NOC's perennial spring festival, Demo Days, where 60+ boats will be available for free test-paddling on the Nantahala. Manufacturer, including Werner Paddles Bryan Heartman will be on hand to answer questions about the year's hottest gear, and bargains will be available for paddlers looking to upgrade.

 

Photo of the Day-Abby and Samantha from Ocoee, TN

 
Abby was not too stoked as the rain poured down upon her and Samantha as they broke camp on Parksville Lake in Ocoee Tn and headed for home.  Some how she found the energy to perch herself upon the deck and lead the way.  Samantha is one of the great staff people at Rock Creek Downunder in Chattanooga, Tn.  Thanks for the photos gals!  Want to share your photo on the Werner Paddles blog?  Send it on over.

11th Annual Port Angeles Kayak Symposium

 
Join Werner Paddles at the 11th Annual Port Angeles Kayak Symposium!  The symposium is  April 15-17th and we will be there all day Saturday April 16th.

Come try out our Touring Paddles and SUP Paddles down on the beach at the Red Lion Hotel on the Waterfront.  There will also be kayak and SUP demos and on water clinics.

ADMISSION to the demo beach is $5 or FREE with a Port Angeles Food Bank donation of non-perishable food.

For more information please go here.