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In this last episode of the year, I got a chance to catch up with Team Mississippi Speed Record 2023. Not only did these guys beat the record...they actually had fun doing it! The meaning of SET A RECORD is to achieve something that no other person or thing has achieved. Now while this record was established in 1937, and there have been many attempts and record breaking times over the last several decades, Team MSR holds the most impressive record  thus far, landing them the a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Who will be the next to attempt this massive distance? Listen up to see what it takes! Enjoy the show and don't forget support and subscribe below! https://www.mississippispeedrecord.com/ Click here to check out the route! Check out the best gear for your next adventure.... Support the show

In this episode  we get a chance to catch up with Trey Reaves, recent winner of the mens solo division, and overall winner of The 2023 Great Alabama 650.  Originally from Arkansas, Trey now resides in Alabama where him and his family spend the majority of their time outdoors. This year, he will end the year completing with his son Colt in the 2nd Annual Last Paddler Standing. Trey Reaves on Facebook Trey Reaves on Instagram Last Paddler Standing Alabama 650 Check out NRS for all your paddling needs.  Support the show

Join Dan Arbuckle from Headwaters Kayak and I as we talk story about my journey to the 2023 MR340 in a surf ski. The race was untimely called to an end at mile 244 for me and at other various spots on the river for 500 + paddlers. But the journey it took for me to get there was still the same! Enjoy. Support the show

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 PaddlersWaterproof 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 BootiesSupport the show

In this episode, I talk story with Florida native Bobby Johnson about what it takes to be one of the best, He has tackled the Everglades Challenge multiple time, Alabama 650 since the year it started, Last Paddler Standing for the 1st year in 2022, Suwannee 230 and many more. If there is one thing I took from this episode it is that you must have the belief that you can do it. Bobby has shown that he believes if they can do it, he can do it. Enjoy! Support the show

Join me as I talk story with Damien Rider.....Extreme Athlete, Motivational Speaker, Author and Creator of One Breath Meditation,  a modern approach to 5000 year old techniques of traditional meditation and mantras combined with movement and psychology. I learned so much from just one conversation with Damien and I know everyone out there listening will too, even if your next adventure doesn’t include climbing up the side of a hot air balloon at 10,000 feet then skydiving off of it, your going to be inspired! More about Damien One Breath Meditation SUPPORT THE SHOW! Click here Support the show

In this episode, I talk story with Greg Wingo, owner of Roam Projects about the 2022 Alabama 650  recap and the first inaugural Last Paddler Standing, a new SUP endurance race event in Sarasota Florida at Benderson Park. Sign up for Last Paddler Standing https://paddleguru.com/races/lastpaddlerstanding Want to start ultra distance paddling or racing? I  will help you reach your goals. Click here and start your journey Support the show

 On September 20, 2022, after 91 days and 9 hours, Cyril Derreumaux completed 2,544 nautical miles from California to Hawaii. in fact, he is only the second solo kayaker to accomplish this. This is a recap of his inspirational journey through grit and determination. Make sure you check out Season 1, Episode 7 to hear our pre-crossing chat.  BLOG https://www.cyrilderreumaux.com/blog PODCAST https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-really-want-to-do-this/id1574971421 Support the show

Adam Shoalts is a Modern Day Explorer who grew up in the Canadian forest. His father was a woodworker, and taught him how to build canoes and paddles from a young age. He still resides in Canada where he is the Explorer-in-Residence of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.  Adam is best known for his 2017,  4,000 km solo journey across Canada’s Arctic. In this episode, we talk all things canoeing. From exploring unknown waterways, portaging through black fly infested musk egg, canoeing off of unforeseen waterfalls to coming face to face with polar bears, black bears, grizzly bears and giant musk ox, his stories will leave you captivated. Follow his adventures on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adam_shoalts/?hl=en Books: https://adamshoalts.com/literature/ Website: https://adamshoalts.com Support the show

In this episode we talk story with Jason Magness and Daniel Staudigel of Bend Racing. These two just set a new record for fastest time racing in the Yukon 1000, completing the course in just 5 days, 11 hours and 48 minutes. The prior record was 6 days 2 hours and 11 minutes in 2009. Jason and Dan are no strangers to adventure racing. In fact, they are part of Team Bend Racing, located in Bend Oregon. While we talked story about their experience at the Yukon 1000, the conversations free flowed into everything adventure racing. We learned about what it takes to enter these kinds of races, how to train, what to eat and more. It really made me want to enter one!  Here are just a few of the most recent adventure races they have competed in: 2nd  -Americas Toughest Race  | Bend, OR  | May 2021 1st  -WA 360 Race  |   June 2021 1st  - Wembo 24 hour Nationals  |   July 2021 4th & 5th  -USARA Nationals  |  Sept 2021                      1st  -Expedition Canada  |   Oct 2021 24th -Top American Team  | World Championships  |  Oct 2021 Check the Team out at  http:\\www.bendracing.com Support the show

In this episode, we talk story with the Arctic Cowboys, a team of experienced paddlers from Texas who are about to embark on a expedition of a lifetime. They will traverse through an area known as the Northwest Passage. Although this route has been attempted by other kayakers with various degrees of success and failure, this team will be the most experienced group of kayakers to attempt the passage via a strictly water route. To learn more and follow their journey, check out http:\\www.westhansen.com DIRECT LINK TO DONATE-------> Donate (paypal.com) Team Sponsors:  The North Face  https://www.thenorthface.com/ Templar Knives https://www.templar-knives.com/ Epic Kayaks https://www.epickayaks.com/ Resistol (cowboy hats)  https://resistol.com/ Books The Amazon from Source to Sea (get it on Amazon) The Amazon from Source to Sea: The Farthest Journey Down the World's Longest River: Hansen, West: 9780578509730: Amazon.com: Books Mentions: Robert Youens Inuit People    Support the show

We all know that there is a lot of time and planning spent preparing for ultra endurance races, so having to grab a DNF before reaching the finish line is a hard pill to swallow. It happens to all of us at some point for several different reasons. I've been there when I have to pull out of the California River Quest due to a few poor decisions early on in the race that definitely could have been avoided. But we paddle, we learn, and we paddle again.  Weather its an issue this gear, equipment, nutrition and hydration, so many moving parts can fall apart. This is a story of Brian´s journey through the Everglades Challenge in which he had to pull out of the 2020 race, but went back and kicked some serious tail in 2022. This journey comes in 2 parts, so make sure you listen to Part 1 first. If you have every felt defeated because you had to pull out of a race, Brian´s positive outlook and perseverance will motivate you to go back and make it to the finish line. Join the tribe at https://watertribe.com/ and claim your tribe name. I wonder what mine would be?! Stay safe out there with an emergency position-indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) The Best EPIRB for 2022 (boatsafe.com) Check out Jensen Canoes https://www.jensencanoes.com/ Get your sail on with Falcon Sails https://www.falconsails.com/ Support the show Support the show