I’ve been interested in canoe racing for several years. Before the 2018 Texas Water Safari (TWS), I had previously paddled in the Missouri River 340 (MR340) 5 different times. From this experience, I believe I knew what paddling ultra marathons were all about. I wanted to add some other large races to ones I have … Continue reading “Texas Water Safari and Me – 6/9/2018”
Its that time of year again where I go out and do something extra crazy. This year, I’m participating in the 2018 Texas Water Safari. Its a 261 mile canoe race. I’m paddling in the Novice division with T. If you’re bored or curious, you can follow our progress live from 2 places. 1. Spot … Continue reading “Texas Water Safari – 6/9/2018”
January and February Sunset races seem the hardest to get people to show up to. This month we had repeat new people, Ken and Mark, to paddle with us. Mark is fairly new to paddling and we needed to share some warm weather gear with him, but its fun to have new paddlers! Hogan Haake
We had our December Sunset race, I was well prepared for the cold. We had a fair number of paddlers show up which is amazing when its quite cold out. I ended up sharing a pair of gloves with Mark so he could feel his hands. Good thing my hands are not a sensitive to … Continue reading “109th Sunset Race – 12/14/2017”
Another Sunset Race in the books. I got the privilege of paddling with Andy. Danelle needed the van for something, so I took the truck! It was a bit difficult, but totally worth it! Hogan Haake
Likely to be the last warm Sunset Race of the year, I made sure to get out there early and get a short unicycle ride in with the sunshine! When I got back from my ride, I was in time to see JoJo getting her boat down from on top of her van. A feat … Continue reading “October Sunset Race – 10/12/2017”
We had another decent turnout this month. Some semi-regulars and some new people. No complaints and perfect weather! Hogan Haake
Usually Hogan is the one who takes epic voyages on the Missouri River. This time, on September 23-27, 2017, I got to take our Kruger Cruiser on Paddle Mo – a 5 day, 100 mile journey from Hermann, Missouri, to the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. I am on the board of the … Continue reading “Paddle Mo 2017”
Another good unicycling month even including the family. I also caught the awards ceremony for the MR340, cheering on my friends! It wouldn’t be a little adventure with some adversity. On my ride home, the throttle cable on the motorcycle broke on the highway. It was a bit of a close call coasting to a … Continue reading “August – 2017”
Another fantastic turnout on a warm and pleasant evening. Its always a nice evening when you can stop and pick up a tire and get it out of the river as well! Hogan Haake