Another Blackburn is in the books. It’s such a fun race and supportive community, I’m always excited to sign up. Then, come the 2/3 or 3/4 mark, I’m even more excited to be done with it. I came in “first place,” which honestly is not much of a feat considering [...]
What a turnout today for the Essex River Race!!! The most entrants ever according to Bill K., race director, and company. They did a fantastic job, organizing the race again this year. So thanks to Bill and everyone who helped put on the race. Also thanks to Andrew Binks who [...]
https://player.vimeo.com/video/495519529 Plum Island Lighthouse Race 2020 from Wesley Echols on Vimeo.
History of Bailers When I first started paddling surf skis they all had venturis. Some skis had one, some had two, some were well placed for effortless draining, some had poor placement resulting in poor draining at lower speeds. However, by in large, most skis drained adequately without giving it [...]
I have been paddling on the Sakonnet River launching from McCorrie Point since I first started paddling my P&H plastic Capella over 20 years ago. The Sakonnet with its small bay conditions is a perfect training grounds for all things paddling. Its complexity of waves increases slowly over six miles [...]
