Monthly Archives: February 2011

Team Fat Paddler ring-in for the next Greenland National Kayaking Championships

Profile: Helen Wilson, Greenland rolling instructor

In the sleepy liberal town of Arcata in northern California can be found world-renown Greenland roller Helen Wilson. A multiple medal winner at the Greenland National Kayaking Championships (2008, 2010),…

Last light over the East Sydney skyline.

Sunday Sunset Surfing Sessions

I’m usually an early morning paddler so I don’t see many sunsets from the water, but I received an invite for an evening paddle from my close mate Nat (a…

It's hard not to stop and stare - sunrise paints the water gold

Pittwater Dawn with Global Paddler and Folbot

I recently heard from Scott Rawstorne from Global Paddler that he was passing through Sydney on his way to Tasmania and was keen for a paddle. Scott is the co-author…

Team Fat Paddler - Alan, FP and Gelo. Scary!

Team Fat Paddler Does Warrior Dash Australia

Despite my clear preference for being water-bourne, this is not a story about paddling. Rather it is about getting outside and reminding yourself what it is like to truly challenge…

High mount for maximum visibility when amongst the waves

Review: Kayalu Kayalite Deck Light

As winter approaches and my early morning paddles grow darker, I thought it best to throw out my rusted old light rig and invest in some night-paddling kit that many…

Confessions Of A Wave Warrior - Eric Soares

Book Review: Confessions of a Wave Warrior – Eric Soares (Tsunami Rangers)

Recently I was lucky enough to catch up with Jim Kakuk, co-founder of the Tsunami Rangers, over lunch here in Sydney. His parting gift to me was a copy of…

Sunrise from the sea..... could there be anything more magical?

Sunrise Paddling With Sharks

You just never know when an adventure might befall you, but one thing for sure is that you have to put yourself out there in case it does. On this…

When its as hot as today, you need a silver umbrella hat!

Hot Summer Lumps and Bumps

After my trip to the Great White North it was nice to get back to the fierce heat of Sydney in January. My old mate Nat had finally taken delivery…