2016 Blackburn Challenge, #14

This is half of the race. My Garmin Virbs ran out of juice as I almost did in the first 8 miles in the flattest section. I wanted the footage from the just prior to Dog Bar that would have captured my 2 mile interval finish with Peter Kahn who got me by 5 seconds similar to a few years ago. Hot, flat, and long ,but a 13th place on my 14th year of racing it. Be sure to click on the HD and 108o for the highest quality!

Wesley’s 14th Blackburn Challenge from Wesley Echols on Vimeo.

About the Author: Wesley Echols

2009 SurfskiRacing.com Website originated; 2009,1st person to produce Surf Ski informational DVD; 2009,1st person to produce comprehensive Surf ski Comparison Chart; 2009/2011, Top 10 finisher Blackburn Challenge(20 miles open ocean race); 2002-2018, 16 consecutive Blackburn Finishes 2009-2015 Marketing Director(Weekends)Stellar Kayaks and Surfskis; Launched Stellar Surfskis, 2005, BCU/ACA Certified Level 3 w/4star training, Open Ocean(both expired); 2004-2018 Participated in World Indoor Rowing Championships(Crash B's); 1998 Boston Marathon Finisher; 1997 Baystate Marathon, qualified for Boston Marathon; 1997 Vermont City Marathon; 1996 Newport Marathon; 1983-1991 U.S. Navy - 1st place in Squadron and Command Physical Fitness Test(sit-ups, pushups, run)