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11. Oscar on Training
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Author : Oscar Chalupsky
[Editor: Oscar Chalupsky was recently asked a series of questions about training by a paddler in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa.  Here are they are with answers from the big O.]
Thursday, 08 February 2007 |  9710 hit(s) | (21 votes)

12. Race Grading ? How & Why
(Tips/Tips: Other)

Author : Rob Mousley
... grading system used in some of the races in South Africa - this article explains the system.   The largest surf ski race series in South Africa is the Discovery Men's Health series which takes place in Durban during winter and East London and Cape Town during summer.  Look at the results of the races on www.surfski.co.za and ......
Thursday, 16 November 2006 |  2516 hit(s) | (5 votes)

13. The Forward Stroke
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Author : Oscar Chalupsky and Greg Barton
All good things are built from a solid base, and this is no truer than in our world of canoeing. The basics of the forward stroke are the most important part of a good technique because all the other elements fall easily into place after this. And a good technique not only allows you to paddle farther and faster with less effort, but makes you sa...
Thursday, 14 September 2006 |  16810 hit(s) | (16 votes)

14. Winglets for the V10
(Tips/Tips: Other)

Author : Dale Lippstreu
[Editor: Dale Lippstreu is a paddler and craftsman of note. In this article he describes how he's improved the V10 rudder by adding winglets to improve performance, particularly in downwind conditions] Downwind paddling in big conditions is for me what might be politely called a "development area".  This is not an unimpo...
Wednesday, 13 September 2006 |  5585 hit(s) | (6 votes)

15. Oscar's Training Guide for the PE to EL Challenge
(Tips/Tips: Training)

Author : Oscar Chalupsky
Who's Ready for Pure Core?   One of the single toughest physical events anywhere in the world is approaching - the longest, most gruelling surfski race anywhere. You guessed it, the Surf Ski Challenge, Port Elizabeth to East London. It's nothing but pure hardcore racing over four days between two famous coastal cities: 2...
Wednesday, 13 September 2006 |  6333 hit(s) | (6 votes)

16. Training for the Intermediate Paddler Part II
(Tips/Tips: Training)

Author : Mark Lewin
In this follow-up to his first article Mark Lewin shares his thoughts on training - specifically for non-elite paddlers.   There should be a different approach to getting fit if the main event you are training for is a one day or a multi day event. (Scottburgh to Brighton), as opposed to a 4 day event (PE to East London).  
Sunday, 03 September 2006 |  4970 hit(s) | (8 votes)

17. Nutrition: Carbohydrates 101
(Tips/Tips: Other)

Author : Shelly Meltzer and Cecily Fuller (courtesy of Fast Fuel)
Think you know your arb from your carb? Well did you know, for example, that 9 jelly babies will provide the same amount of carbohydrate as a litre of low-fat milk or a cup of baked beans?   And exactly how many carbs should you be taking in during the days leading up to your big event? Shelly Meltzer and Cecily Fuller, authors of ‘Eati...
Wednesday, 02 August 2006 |  4296 hit(s) | (3 votes)

18. Training for the Intermediate Paddler
(Tips/Tips: Training)

Author : Mark Lewin
The category "intermediate paddler" I take to be the working (5-6days a week) guy, certainly the amateur paddler, not the likes of Hank McGregor and Dawid Mocke etc.  
Thursday, 18 May 2006 |  14692 hit(s) | (18 votes)

19. Downwind Technique - in depth...
(Tips/Tips: Training)

Author : Erik Borgnes
The purpose of this article is simply to help those struggling with the often frustrating art of downwind paddling. Some of the techniques utilized are counter-intuitive, particularly for those like me who grow up with very little experience on large bodies of water. The principles contained below were gathered from and discussed with veteran padd...
Saturday, 22 April 2006 |  5370 hit(s) | (14 votes)

20. Tip: Juice stowage inside Fenn XT.
(Tips/Tips: Other)

Author : Rob Mousley
Dehydration is generally regarded as a Bad Thing when paddling. So, if a race is likely to be more than an hour long, paddlers take liquid with them - and where to stow it is a subject of considerable debate.   For many, the solution is to tape a bladder to the deck in front of the rudder pedals and to run a pipe back to the seat. Others prefe...
Sunday, 26 February 2006 |  4786 hit(s) | (5 votes)

  
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