I scheduled a final training paddle before the MR340. I decided it would be from St. Charles (Blanchette) to the Arch Riverfront. My plan had me getting a paddler with experience to join us. There is a general and well founded fear of the Chain of Rocks. I had scouted the Chain of Rocks the … Continue reading “Paddle to the Arch – 7/14/2013”
On the following day, I was joining a small group paddling from Blanchette access in St. Charles, down to the St. Louis Arch riverfront. I’ll talk more about that in my next post. Part of the paddle is the Chain of Rocks. Below is a photo of the Chain of Rocks bridge courtesy of Google … Continue reading “Motorcycle Scouting Trip – 7/14/2013”
In order to get prepared for the MR340 this year, I planned two overnight training runs. This was the second and last training run. My plan was to go from Jefferson City [Noreen Access] back to St. Charles [Blanchette Access]. This route is approximately 117 river miles. I didn’t want to go alone and I’m … Continue reading “Missouri River Traning Run – 6/22/2013”
I’m trying to get my family out on the river more to enjoy it with me. I would like to say I’m doing a good job, but there sure have not been too many trips out on the river so far… Today was a day of triumph. Corvin was off at an overnight summer camp, … Continue reading “Meramec Trash Paddle – 6/14/2013”
In an effort to have the maximum training for the MR340 race this year, I planned the two full moons before the race to do overnight training runs. This would give me the distance and nighttime practice I needed for a successful race. I posted my plan for the paddle on the forum and waited. … Continue reading “Jeff City to St. Charles on the Missouri River – 5/25/2013”
In preparation for the MR340 race, I wanted to get my boat setup for optimal comfort. One thing that was important to me was being able to ready my GPS at all times. This would help me pace myself and know generally where I was. My kayak, a Hobie Adventure is a multipurpose vessel. One … Continue reading “Kayak Utility Pole – 5/21/2013”
Another Sunset race and I was the only participant. While I enjoy having people around, sometimes there are unexpected things to find when you have time to explore yourself. I went from Greentree park up past 141 bridge and noticed an inlet that I never take. It turns out that I was paddling up Fishpot … Continue reading “May Sunset Race – 5/9/2013”
In preparation for the MR340 race this year, I have decided to create a hydration system modeled off one I saw in my previous race. The materials are as follows: 1 2.5 gallon collapsible water bladder6 feet of lead free hose from the hardware store1 mouth piece from a Camel Back hydration system.3/8 to 1/4 … Continue reading “Bladder Modification – 4/28/2013”
I brought my boat to work to ensure that I would be ready for the March sunset race. I left work on a high ready to paddle. Joey showed up, but we decided to call it good and got a beer instead. Hogan Haake
I look forward to every Sunset Race (second Thursday of every month). This month promised to be special as well. I was meeting a good friend from college, Scott Richter. We hadn’t seen each other since his wedding, and before that, years. Scott was early as I always remember him. More than anything, I remembered … Continue reading “January Sunset Paddle – 1/9/2013”