In what has become something of a yearly ritual, Gary Williams summoned paddlers and rowers of all stripes to Shady Beach with promises of wealth and glory. Such is the Shangri-la allure of the Lighthouse to Lighthouse Race that we keep returning, even though what actually awaits most of us is blisters [...]
As a surfski race, many people find the Blackburn Challenge aggravating. There's seldom any significant downwind, but there's always confused chop. It's nearly 20 miles long. At various points you'll have to contend with suck water, weeds, aggressive tidal currents, heavy traffic, fishing lines, lobstermen hauling traps, and a heart-breaking [...]
I was pleasantly surprised when Bob Blair, Race Director of the Blackburn Challenge asked the racers to show hands of the first timers. It seemed like half of the crowd eagerly raised their hands. Blackburn Finish I knew a few these folks like Jean Kostelich who I met years ago [...]
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2019 Ride the Bull Race I had the idea to several years ago that we needed a rough water race that would test our skills without being off shore. Having paddled in Jamestown for many years, there are sections that can be challenging on most days. If the wind is [...]
