The Narrow River Race begins the Northeast Race Season in early April leading to the Run of the Charles Race in late April, April 27, 2025 to be exact. Yesterday's race was attended by a small group of us that were motivated to make the drive, endure the cold windy [...]
Surfskis in New England in late 1990's-early 2000 As many of you know, I have been reviewing surfskis for over a decade and paddling skis since 2003, and sea kayaks since 1994. I was an ACA certified (coastal waters) and BCU certified (Level 3 with Level 4 training). The training [...]
Healthy Distractions Since retiring from pharmaceutical sales three years ago, I have been busy, just not paddling as much. I have been running/racing 5k, 5 milers, and 10k's often winning my age group or at least on the podium. The 60 to 65 age group is still competitive as is [...]
Mark Ceconi remembering Timmy: I've spent the day struggling with the need to say something meaningful, in tribute to my good friend, Timmy Shields, whose passing I learned of early this morning. My words are far too small. No combination of letters could capture the absolutely hysterical individual he was, [...]
The 40th running of the Run of the Charles River Watershed Association Race was held today under perfect skies on the mighty Charles River. This race was revived after COVID-19 thanks to Meg Rivett (Race Coordinator), Charles River Canoe and Kayak, Paddle Boston (Mark Jacobson, Bryce Morris), and the many [...]
