Monthly Archives: June 2008

Boat - check; other gear… not so much

The way I see it, if I’m really going to get serious about whitewater kayaking, there are certain things I need: kayak, spray skirt, paddle, PFD, helmet, and a dry top (or other insulating layer, e.g. neoprene top). I’m also tempted to get a pair of paddling gloves.
I have the kayak and spray skirt. They’ve [...]

Fun in Vail, CO: Teva Mountain Games

My little sister did the bouldering competition again this year, and some family friends qualified for the bouldering World Cup event, so my entire family was in Vail this past weekend. I was there Thursday afternoon through Sunday, so I got to see almost all of the kayaking events. My only real regret is that [...]