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They say a channel is never over till it’s over. I discovered the truth of that a little over two weeks ago when I tackled the ominous Ka’iwi channel (also known as The Channel of Bones). PRELUDE Let’s rewind a few years to take you back to where it all started for...
I recently got to compete in a race in London. I had been looking for an event to compete in since I booked my flights to the UK but it was very early in the season and it wasn’t looking hopeful. Two days before I was due to fly I saw this event advertised on the...
Gosh, this last week feels like it was long ago, although I fear I may have skipped a week?! Anyway, if I did, I apologise, I blame it on the travelling, possible jet lag and distraction of being in a foreign country with a very different concept of time and routine!...
The sand is so warm and Sarah and I lie down and soak up the final rays of sun trying to calm the nerves and not think too much about what lies before us. John busies himself prepping our dinner and what we need to get ready for the start. Sunset is beautiful. Once it...
I have spent the last three days working with the South African national student rowing team in South Korea. I had no idea how technical rowing was. I was wondering what on earth they needed a tool box for, until I arrived at the venue and saw these complex boats all...