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In this episode we talk story with Andrew Hansen about his recent experience running safety in the 70/48. A unique paddling race that traverses the puget sound starting in Tacoma, Washington, heading north into Port Townsend. But there is a catch...it starts at 7pm and goes through the night. It is completely self sufficient, other than safety boats, that you will probably not even see unless there is problem. With that being said, hypothermia becomes one of the main issues that a racer needs to prepare for.
Hypothermia is a medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat. Normal body temperature is around 98.6 F (37 C). Hypothermia occurs when your body temperature falls dangerously below 95 F (35 C). It can happen in as little as 5 minutes.
Here are our top picks for cold weather/water paddling gear:

• Base Layers (I wear these under waterproof gear).
• Waterproof Gear Splash Pants and Splash Jacket
• Boundary Socks (I usually wear wool socks under these)
• Extreme Rescue Drysuit (Rescue Team Pick)
• PFD's (These keep you not only SAFE but WARM)
• Medical Kits designed for Paddlers
• Waterproof Matches (Great to keep in lifejacket)
• SUP Skin
• Gloves
• Hydroskin Gear three neoprene thicknesses, a variety of tops and bottoms to mix and match
• Ignik Handwarmers
• Dry Bags
• Booties

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On this episode Jennifer discusses the MR340. A grueling 340 mile race across the State of Missouri, on the Missouri River. Competitors have 88 hours to complete this race, with 7 checkpoints and no mandatory layovers. She covers the logistic of the race, proper planning and what she experienced during her first Ultra Distance Canoe Race. Jennifer and her support crew learn what it takes to complete an event of this magnitude while rolling with the punches along the way.
Race: MR340
Where: Missouri
When: Every year, unless nature decides otherwise.
Distance: 340 Miles
Boat Used: Kahele OC-1 by Puakea Designs (*custom kick-up rudder installed by John Puakea)
Paddle: Kialoa
Nutrition: Perpetuem by Hammer Nutrition, Apple sauce, baby food, corn on the cob, burger, chicken soup, dates, chocolate, almond butter. bananas.....yes i'm ashamed.
**Placed 5th overall in the female solo division in 50:58 hours (under 51 hours haha)
Hallucinations: Giant whirlpool, waterfalls ahead, mysterious boat disappearing (this really happened....I think), people in the bushes, racers in the distance
Checkpoints (Mandatory)
Start: Kaw Point
CP1 Lexington (50 miles)
CP2 Waverly (23 miles)
CP3 Glasgow (68 miles)
CP4 Jeff City (82 miles)
CP5 Hermann (46 miles)
CP6 Klondike (42 miles)
CP7 FINISH St Charles (27 miles)
Noteworthy websites:
www.rivermiles.com
www.puakeadesigns.com
www.kialoa.com
www.hammernutrition.com

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In this episode , we talk story with Danny Mongno, Product Manager at Northwest River Supply about the new GORE-TEX Pro Dry Wear and what it takes to create a product that is durable, breathable AND waterproof. I personally use NRS gear when packing for my ultra endurance races and stand behind the company. If there is anything that I look for when searching for paddling gear, its durability, dependability and comfort, to say the least.
"GORE-TEX Pro is the world’s most advanced technical material for performance outerwear and the most ideal for paddlesports use. No other material matches it for durability, breathability, and waterproof dependability". -nrs.com

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In this episode I talk sorry with Greg Wingo, Race Director for the Great Alabama 650 and Jay Grantland, Executive Director for the Alabama Scenic River Trail.. The AL650 course in only a small part of the entire Alabama Scenic River Trail which covers over 5,300 miles of accessible waterways.
Learn more and plan your next adventure at www.alabamascenicrivertrail.com

Greg Wingo is the owner of ROAM Projects, an outdoor recreation consulting company for all types of adventures. Learn more at www.roamprojects.com

If you are interested in learning more about Ultra Distance Paddling, how to train, how to eat, how to pack and more, contact [email protected] for information about an upcoming destination clinic and be sure to follow my instagram @Paddlefishsurf

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In this episode, we talk story with Lindsey Tilton of Jupiter (no not the planet, although she really is out of this world), a coastal town in Palm Beach Country, Florida. In 2024, she became the first female to complete the grueling Great Alabama 650 on a stand up paddle board. Not only is she an amazing athlete but is also a pretty rad woman. Check her out on Instagram @earthgrownlindsey.
Lindsey has also been a guest on Beyond the Stroke, a podcast hosted by paddle athlete, Michael Carson. She also has her own Podcast called Training Chats with Aloha Athletics were she is a co-host with Casey McCullough.
Check out She Recovers a non-profit movement dedicated to redefining recovery, inspiring hope, ending stigma, and empowering women.
Follow the #1 SUP race in 2023 Last Paddler Standing
On the East Coast? Check out The Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis
Be sure to check out some of the Facebook Ultra Endurance Paddling groups below to share stories, ask questions and get help at your next race. Missouri American Water MR340The Great Alabama 650Ultra Marathon Paddle RacingYukon River Quest

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