Erik Boomer Runs 100-ft. Magnan Falls

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Written by Virginia Friday, 14 May 2010 00:00

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How many kayakers does it take to run a manky, 100-foot chute as safely as possible...and capture the feat on film with Stanley Kubrick thoroughness? Erik Boomer was well looked after with a support crew of 13, but things still turned ugly.

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Freestyle Athletes Test New Team Selection System

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Written by Virginia Sunday, 02 May 2010 00:00

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The inaugural USA Freestyle Kayak Points Series kicked off at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in April. National Champion hopefuls compete in a series of five events, culminating with the National Championships and 2011 Team Trials in July in Missoula, Montana.

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Former Freestyle Competitor Wants Worlds Gold

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Written by Virginia Wednesday, 17 March 2010 00:21

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Former professional freestyle kayaker Polly Green wants a gold medal at the next World Championships. After a disappointing 5th place finish at the 2003 Worlds, Green left competitive kayaking. Now, she says, she's back.

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Dream Result Wins International Film Festival

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Written by Virginia Monday, 08 March 2010 00:00

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Rush Sturges' and Tyler Bradt's Dream Result movie took top prize at the Rosenheim International Film Festival—the first stop on a DR world tour.

 

 

 











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Rider of the Year Awards Celebrate Best in Whitewater

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Written by Virginia Monday, 15 February 2010 00:00

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Exclusive interview with awards mastermind Patrick Camblin. The first ever Rider of the Year Awards honour the best paddlers, expeditions, photographers, films, tricks, drops and carnage as chosen by 100 of the world's top boaters.

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