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BoaterTalk Gear Available on CafePress!
eprincen, Jun 11 2008, 19:44 GMT |
BoaterTalk Gear is now available. We've set up a basic CafePress store to allow you to get your hands on some BoaterTalk Gear.
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BoaterTalk Gauge improvements
eprincen, May 15 2008, 18:20 GMT |
I've been making some improvements to the gauge functionality on BoaterTalk. Here is a summary what is now available.
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The Boater Chick Festival
eprincen, May 07 2008, 15:02 GMT |
A group of ladies started a discussion about the need for an all women's paddling event. Plans progressed and the Boater Chick Festival benefiting American Whitewater was born.
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Fourth Annual Nantahala Falls Open
eprincen, Mar 17 2008, 16:59 GMT |
Nantahala River, NC. – March 13, 2008 - Endless River Adventures and Team Wave Sport, as well as a myriad of industry sponsors are pleased to announce the 4th annual Nantahala Open, to be held on the Nantahala River on Saturday, April 26th, 2008.
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BoaterTalk Memberships
eprincen, Feb 13 2008, 21:36 GMT |
Why Boatertalk? What are we about? Boatertalk is about the community and the information. The Internet is currently fascinated by social networking. Myspace, Facebook, and that kind of thing. There is a lot of video sharing out there as well. Lots of multimedia, and lots of games and toys. If you want to spend a lot of time playing games and browsing videos, there are sites out there for you to do that.
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2008 TVF National Championship
eprincen, Jan 31 2008, 23:05 GMT |
Welcome to TVF 08! Same game as before, fall farther than anyone else and the glory is yours. This year TVF will be hosted on a national level, enabling competitors to score points anywhere in the US. Visit Steepcreeks.com for a complete list of rules and awards.
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Top 10 things to do with your old Kayak!
eprincen, Jan 29 2008, 17:40 GMT |
A bgood.se “No Name Project”
bgood.se has together with Nantahala Outdoor Center, Colorado Kayak Supply and Alder Creek created a paddle sports reuse program carrying benefits for our environment in more ways than the obvious ones.
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Fluid Kayaks' new distribution setup for the USA
eprincen, Jan 24 2008, 19:49 GMT |
Fluid Kayaks are happy to announce their new distribution setup for the USA from 2008.
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Welcome home to our new bundle of joy
eprincen, Oct 02 2007, 2:31 GMT |
BoaterTalk has welcomes the birth of it's new brother, Waterline.
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Reel Film Festival a Real Success
erajuliet, Sep 06 2007, 20:47 GMT |
The first annual Endless River Adventures' Reel Paddling Film Festival brought like-minded boaters and community members together to share an evening of entertainment; as well as support of a good cause.
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Hero Fills Important Niche in Jackson Kayak Lineup
eprincen, Sep 05 2007, 15:41 GMT |
Claiming it is the Number One Jackson Kayak boat yet to be released, Jackson Kayak will re-introduce the Hero series of river running boats in time for Christmas.
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FLUID KAYAKS TAKES OVER DISTRIBUTION IN THE USA
eprincen, Aug 03 2007, 18:17 GMT |
Fluid Kayaks and Go Big Distribution have agreed that Go Big Distribution will not continue with the distribution of Fluid Kayaks in the USA market
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Kayak Session Magazine - New Website
eprincen, Jun 25 2007, 15:55 GMT |
Share, Learn, Discover.
The new Kayak Session Magazine website is finally up and running - visit us online and check it out for yourself!
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Endless River Adventures to Host Reel Film Paddling Festival
erajuliet, Jun 04 2007, 0:15 GMT |
Endless River Adventures will play host to the 2007 World Tour of the Reel Paddling Film Festival, Sinday, September 02, 2007.
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Wrist closure- open
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Gear Review: PeakUK Deluxe Drytop
Chrisj, May 23 2007, 17:02 GMT |
The Deluxe from PeakUK is a premium drytop at a wholesale price. It’s a well-engineered, breathable long-sleeved dry garment that combines weightless comfort with solid durability in all the right spots. The neck, wrist, and waist closures are designed to keep the outside water out, even when you’re taking the beating of your life. Not that I would know from first-hand experience, I’m just sayin’.
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TVF - Total Vertical Feet Competition
eprincen, Mar 05 2007, 16:31 GMT |
http://www.Steepcreeks.com is hosting the 3rd annual TVF competition this March......
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3rd Annual Nantahala Open
eprincen, Mar 05 2007, 15:20 GMT |
Endless River Adventures and Wave Sport
Host Third Annual Nantahala Falls Open
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A Benefit For The Family Of Paul McKinney
eprincen, Feb 21 2007, 22:45 GMT |
Featuring Musical Guests Hot Buttered Rum
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Media alert - Jackson Kayak launches into rec boats
eprincen, Feb 07 2007, 16:47 GMT |
http://JacksonRec.com launched, Feb. 1, paving the way for the debut of Jackson Kayak's entry into the recreational kayak market this spring.
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Werner Paddles - 4 Piece Blade Options
eprincen, Feb 01 2007, 22:54 GMT |
Werner Paddles offers 4-Piece Blade Options for Premium Whitewater
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River Angels Headlines
eprincen, Jan 24 2007, 15:38 GMT |
Five of the world's top female kayakers recently launched a web site by and for women.
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Endless River Adventures and LVM Team Up for Outdoor Programs
eprincen, Jan 22 2007, 15:17 GMT |
Lunch Video Magazine (LVM) and Endless River Adventures (ERA) team up to promote the Outdoor Program Push.
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Bid for a Wave Sport boat & help Katie Hilleke fight cancer
eprincen, Nov 27 2006, 22:56 GMT |
Get a one of a kind boat with the proceeds going to support paddler Katie Hilleke as she fights colon cancer.
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Waterproof MP3 Player and Helmet
eprincen, Nov 20 2006, 17:19 GMT |
Freestyle Audio and Shred Ready Announce Partnership: Deal Integrates State-of-the-Art Waterproof MP3 Player and Helmet
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Team Jackson Kayak Adventures Feted as Best of the Year
eprincen, Nov 15 2006, 22:00 GMT |
EJ, Ben Stookesberry and Jesse Coombs recognized by "Men's Journal" and "National Geographic Adventure;" "CosmoGirl!" features Emily
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Eugene Buchanan's Paddling Life Magazine
eprincen, Nov 15 2006, 0:16 GMT |
Paddling Life Web site goes live Fri., Nov. 8. First issue to debut in January.
http://www.paddlinglife.net
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Rock/Creek Outfitters Launches Fall Paddling Sale (Sept. 25-Oct. 6)
RockCreek.com, Sep 25 2006, 22:37 GMT |
Paddlers can save up to 30% on kayaks and paddling gear during Rock/Creek's fall sale.
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Jackson Kayak Supports Worldwide Day of Play
eprincen, Sep 22 2006, 15:49 GMT |
Jackson Kayak athletes, employees share love of kayaking with Boy Scouts
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US, Jackson Kayak Lead World Cup Results
eprincen, Sep 21 2006, 18:02 GMT |
Team Jackson Kayak claims seven of the 12 top spots in kayaking divisions during the inaugural World Cup of Kayaking.
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Jackson Storms into '07 with 11 New Kayaks
eprincen, Sep 20 2006, 19:41 GMT |
Unprecedented acheivement in kayak manufacturing
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Jackson Kayak, Patagonia Team to Recycle Boats
eprincen, Sep 12 2006, 16:06 GMT |
Kayakers can recycle their old boats at the legendary Gauley Fest this year thanks to a partnership between Jackson Kayak and Patagonia.
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Jackson Kayak Sweeps Top Spots at US Team Trials
eprincen, Aug 24 2006, 20:43 GMT |
EJ, Emily, Dane and Devon Barker win their divisions
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Outdoor Industry includes Emily Jackson among 'Outdoor Idols'
eprincen, Aug 10 2006, 0:24 GMT |
Outdoor Industry Foundation recognizes Emily Jackson for contributions on and off the water and as ambassador to the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts.
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Jackson Inducted into Kayaking Hall of Fame
eprincen, Aug 08 2006, 0:20 GMT |
World Champion kayaker Eric “EJ” Jackson was recently inducted into Children’s Museum of History, Natural History, Science and Technology International Hall of Fame for Bicycling, Rowing, Kayaking and Canoeing.
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Rock/Creek Outfitters Launches Chaco Recycled Shoe Program, Benefits Himalayan Communities
RockCreek.com, Jul 26 2006, 23:22 GMT |
Chaco teams up with Chattanooga-based outfitter to make a difference by collecting consumers old shoes. Customers are rewarded with a discount on new Chacos, and donated shoes are delivered to Himalayan communities in need.
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Help Fluid name its new boat
eprincen, Jul 10 2006, 17:41 GMT |
Here at Fluid we’ve been working on our latest playboat for a year now, 5 prototype stages so far. We’re getting close to the final design, but one thing is still missing: a name. We can’t decide on what to call this boat, which is why we’re asking the Boatertalk community to decide for us.
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Jacksons Turn Patagonia's Ambassador Program Into a Family Affai
eprincen, Jun 30 2006, 16:16 GMT |
Dane and Emily Jackson join their dad, legendary whitewater kayaker Eric "EJ" Jackson, as members of Patagonia's Ambassador Program.
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Jackson Kayak Teams with Creeking Filmmakers
eprincen, Jun 30 2006, 16:13 GMT |
Jackson Kayak Teams with Clear H20 Films
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NRS is Hosting - Clyde's Grand Canyon Blog
eprincen, Jun 30 2006, 0:54 GMT |
We are making room on our website to link to a blog being written from the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon by Clyde, NRS' e-Newsletter Editor.
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Combo Moves, 12-year-old raise bar at US National Freestyle Cham
eprincen, Jun 19 2006, 17:38 GMT |
Stephen Wright, Jason Craig, Tanya Shuman, Seth Chapelle take National Championship titles home from FIBArk
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Jackson Kayak Rules Whitewater at Teva Mountain Games
eprincen, Jun 07 2006, 21:55 GMT |
Team Jackson Kayak continued its dominance of this season's whitewater festivals at the recently concluded Teva Mountain Games at Vail.
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New River Academy Sends its Seniors Into the World In Style
eprincen, Jun 05 2006, 22:57 GMT |
New River Academy-The Academy of Huge Experiences celebrated its seniors in the breeze above the New River Gorge in Fayetteville, WV.
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Jackson Kayak Stars, Heroes Score Big at Reno
eprincen, May 19 2006, 20:22 GMT |
Team Jackson Kayak wore out the podium at the recently concluded Third Annual Reno River Festival.
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Burning Time II Premier in Reno
eprincen, May 11 2006, 17:20 GMT |
Burning Time II
Date: Friday, May 12th, 2006
Time: 8 pm
Where: Pioneer Theater, Reno Nevada
Ticket: 8$
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Burning Time II
eprincen, May 11 2006, 17:07 GMT |
Following the success of Burning Time, Emmy award winning cinematographer Scott Lindgren is proud to announce the release of Burning Time II. Via a 16mm film in the making for 2 years, Lindgren takes the viewer on a world wide extravaganza with the best kayakers, skiers, and surfers this planet has to offer.
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World’s First Summer School for Kayakers
eprincen, May 05 2006, 3:23 GMT |
When I speak with parents and students about New River Academys college prep semester programs I often hear the following responses: I would love to go, but I play soccer during the school year., Does the school do anything during the summer?, Uggh, Hes got that darn girlfriend, I wish he would just go with you., I dont think her mother and I are ready to let her go for a full school year.
I have wanted to develop a summer school program for several years, and it was the parents continual requests for this program that inspired Huge Experiences to develop an accredited summer school tour.
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Jackson Teens Become Youngest to Kayak Legendary African Rivers
eprincen, Mar 28 2006, 16:20 GMT |
Emily and Dane Jackson, 15 and 12 at the time of the feat, are the youngest male and female kayakers to ever run the mighty Nile and Zambezi Rivers in Africa.
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Jackson Kayak Environmental Initiative Benefits AW
eprincen, Mar 27 2006, 23:44 GMT |
Jackson Kayak is putting its money where its environmental beliefs lie. The country's fourth largest seller of whitewater kayaks has designated American Whitewater as the main beneficiary of proceeds raised from Jackson's recent membership in 1% For the Planet.
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The Koppentraun
eprincen, Nov 18 2005, 19:57 GMT |
The Koppentraun is one of the most beautiful rivers from Europe, a paradise for fisher, hiker and paddler. Private investors want to drain the river with a nearly 6 km long 1,8m fat pipeline and a following power station. The community of Bad Aussee and many peoples are against that - why?
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Important Shred Ready Announcement!
eprincen, Oct 10 2005, 18:45 GMT |
For customers who have Shred Ready ear flap compatible helmets (Shaggy, Vixen, Superscrappy, Sherlock models) that have metal snap to attach the ear flaps.
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NRS Awarded ‘Accessory Manufacturer of the Year’
eprincen, Sep 30 2005, 17:57 GMT |
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NOC boating instructor publishes new how-to book
, Sep 08 2005, 19:05 GMT |
Wayne Dickert, a former Olympian and current instructor at Nantahala Outdoor Center, has published a revolutionary how-to book for beginning kayakers.
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Cheoah: A Long-Dormant River Flows Again
, Sep 08 2005, 19:03 GMT |
The Cheoah, a river in Western North Carolina, has been dammed for four decades. Relicensing agreements have led to recreational releases beginning this fall. Boaters expect great things from the Cheoah, a purported Class IV river run similar to West Virginia's epic Gauley.
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OR 2005
DavidWeber, Aug 15 2005, 8:10 GMT |
Trends, observations and industrial cannibalization
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W.I.L.D. Whitewater Intensive Leadership Development
eprincen, Aug 11 2005, 15:47 GMT |
6 Elements, 20 Rivers, 3 Countries. Whitewater Kayaking, Rafting, Canoeing, Riverboarding, Swiftwater Rescue, Wilderness First Aid. To date, WILD graduates have gone on to work as rafting and kayak guides and instructors in the following locations: Mexico, Ecuador, India, Costa Rica, Chile, Slovenia, Canada, the USA, Africa and Turkey.
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OR 2005 -- the early show.
DavidWeber, Aug 10 2005, 23:17 GMT |
The early (blurry) shots from some of the OR booths. Everything here will be explained in greater detail later.
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The Upper Ocoee is Threatened
, Jul 12 2005, 15:58 GMT |
Time for Boaters To Rally!!!
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"News Flash! NOC Hosts Team Necky On Water Demo....July 9th 2005
eprincen, Jul 03 2005, 18:55 GMT |
Team Necky On-Water Boat Demo Hosted by the NOC
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San Juan College
eprincen, Jun 16 2005, 22:29 GMT |
Whitewater Kayaking, Wilderness First Responder, Avalanche Clinic, Swiftwater Rescue, and more
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Bryan Kirk Signs as Coach with Top Kayak High School
eprincen, Jun 09 2005, 18:35 GMT |
Bryan Kirk has been chosen to coach the Academy of Huge Experiences this fall in New Zealand. After taking the spring semester off to compete in Australia at the World Freestyle Championships, where he came in fifth and his pupil Todd Baker placed third in the Junior Class, he has been training in West Virginia with David Hughes, the founder of Huge Experiences. David's accomplished record as a coach is highly respected in the kayak world and is an asset to Bryan as they work together on training techniques and methods. "Bryan's performance in Costa Rica was outstanding and we are confident that he will expand on that experience and be the best Head Freestyle coach he can be," said David.
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Red Bull and Kayak Session present the Red Bull Divide & Conquer
eprincen, May 11 2005, 22:14 GMT |
RETURNING TO COLORADO FOR THE SECOND YEAR
--Registration is Now Open for Elite Athletes in Four-Discipline Mountain Sports Relay Race --
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Kokatat announces a new team member!
eprincen, Apr 27 2005, 13:29 GMT |
Matt Porter....
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Kayak Shipping is easy with Sports Express!
eprincen, Apr 20 2005, 23:20 GMT |
Looking for a kayak shipping solution? Why lug your Kayak on a trip? Why wait in long airport check-in and oversized baggage claims lines and have to pay for the hassle? Sports Express, the premier sports equipment & luggage delivery service worldwide, will have your kayak, luggage or other items picked up at your home, office or other location and delivered to your destination. It's convenient, guaranteed and worry-free.
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TEAM NECKY AND TEAM EXTRASPORT GO ON-LINE
eprincen, Apr 14 2005, 20:25 GMT |
New site launch http://www.teamnecky.com
New Team Web Site to provide tips, adventure notes and increased interaction
with the paddling community. Site also features NEW redesigned Necky Boatertalk forum.
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BT Member Patagonia Sale
eprincen, Mar 16 2005, 20:58 GMT |
March 16, 2005
Patagonia offers BoaterTalk Members an exclusive 30% off sale event.
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First Annual Nantahala Falls Open
eprincen, Mar 02 2005, 0:15 GMT |
Endless River Adventures and Wave Sport Host First Annual Nantahala Falls Open
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National Paddling Film Festival 2005!
eprincen, Feb 24 2005, 20:14 GMT |
Welcome to the new, and hopefully improved, National Paddling Film Festival 2005!
When: Saturday, February 26, 2005, 12 PM to 1 AM
Where: Lexington Convention Center, Lexington, KY
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The 1st Annual Amateur Still Photo Contest
eprincen, Feb 13 2005, 0:49 GMT |
The Utah Whitewater Film Festival and Riot Kayaks Announce The 1st Annual Amateur Still Photo Contest
Submit your best work (we know youve got the photos.) The Winner will receive The Riot Kayak of Your Choice! Over $1,000 value
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The Worlds most famous paddlers
eprincen, Jan 26 2005, 20:01 GMT |
A couple months ago, BoaterTalk teamed up with Playak to poll the world audience of boaters to see who the most recognized paddlers out there are. Thousands of boaters from around the world responded and told us what they thought.
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Costa Ricans Parade to Save the Pacuare
eprincen, Jan 18 2005, 19:03 GMT |
Turrialba, Costa Rica - It took three weeks for supporters of the Pacuare River to prepare the Pacuare River float for the Turrialba Christmas parade. The Pacuare River float represents agri- and eco-tourism projects that are being planned in order to help prevent ICE, Costa Ricas powerhouse electric company, from damming the Pacuare River.
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2005 National Paddling Film Festival Update
eprincen, Jan 06 2005, 1:26 GMT |
The past few years you have seen some big changes with the NPFF. But one thing has not changed, our commitment to river conservation. Last year the NPFF donated its proceeds to American Whitewater, American Canoe Association, Chattooga Conservancy and West Virginia Rivers Coalition. This year we are looking to include Chris Spelius support of Futa Friends for the Futaleufu River, Chili and Rivers Foundation and their work on the Magpie river in Northern Quebec. In fact, we are expecting a film about the Magpie! The film follows a group of 20 paddlers, which includes such notables as Steve Fisher, Tyler Curtis, Brendan Mark and the Hitchins brothers down the Magpie river.
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My Dad
eprincen, Dec 20 2004, 4:02 GMT |
My father died tonight. He had been battling lung cancer. He fought hard, but sometimes you just can't overcome. He was 67, and I love him very much.
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BoaterTalk membership drive
eprincen, Dec 13 2004, 21:17 GMT |
All of us at BoaterTalk are very pleased to provide an open platform for the paddling community to discuss issues, ideas and communicate about whatever related or non-related topics paddlers choose. We are psyched to see the community grow and use BoaterTalk to access living information on our sport and the people who create it.
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Costa Rica: High School Students Research Pacuare Dam
eprincen, Dec 07 2004, 20:28 GMT |
After four days of epic paddling on the amazing Pacuare River in Costa
Rica, Huge Experiences high school students were shocked to learn of a
proposal to dam the Pacuare by 2015.
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*** New BoaterTalk Features ***
eprincen, Dec 07 2004, 20:28 GMT |
We've got some new features for you at BoaterTalk. Here is a rundown of what is now available.
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Natasha Peterson - Something in the Air
eprincen, Nov 10 2004, 19:12 GMT |
There must be something in the air here in Turrialba. The smells are understandably more pungent than the dry air of the United States but there seems to be something more permeating, more altering...
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Kangaroos, aborigines, Crocodile Dundee...
eprincen, Nov 09 2004, 16:08 GMT |
Kangaroos, aborigines, Crocodile Dundee, vegemite sandwiches and dust are a few images that come to mind when thinking about Australia. Indeed, Australia is amazing; theres unspoiled wilderness, diverse landscapes, exotic wildlife, exotic people, and exotic food. Travelers from all over the world visit intent on experiencing the aboriginal lifestyle, see demonstrations of didgeridoo music and boomerang throwing, to take a bush walk through one of the 500 wilderness parks, and to breath deeply the reddish orange, you guessed it, dust.
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LVM - Big Asheville Week!
eprincen, Oct 29 2004, 20:50 GMT |
LVM #14 thurs, 7 Rivers Trailer and Amongst It @ Asheville Film Festival Friday, and the Ultra-Classic Green Narrows Race Friday!
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2004 Whitewater Symposium
eprincen, Oct 08 2004, 18:32 GMT |
Sign up now for the 2004 Whitewater Symposium on October 22nd at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, North Carolina for a Whitewater Meeting of the Minds.
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Animal Race Results
eprincen, Oct 06 2004, 0:59 GMT |
There are the results of the Animal Race on the Gauley
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The Animal Upper Gauley Race
eprincen, Sep 23 2004, 23:21 GMT |
As long as you're here, why not race?
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NEWS FLASH!!!! Get to West Virginia early!!!
eprincen, Sep 23 2004, 5:34 GMT |
Wave Sport Open BONUS event: Big Air at the Dries Put-In waves, presented by BoaterTalk
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Wave Sport Open just days away!!!
eprincen, Sep 22 2004, 16:53 GMT |
No entry fee, no entry form, your chance to get paid to play!
The Wave Sport Open is the first ever no hassle, FREE event where anyone in any boat has a chance to win cash and prizes. All you do is show up at the Upper Gauley, paddle the river with your buds, and along the way show off your skills while we capture it all on film.
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Were having a Dam party!
eprincen, Sep 21 2004, 23:52 GMT |
Join us for a fun filled night of meetin and greetin at Gauley Fest.
Watch some paddling vids and have a brew on us!
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IR Big Gun Show interview videos
eprincen, Sep 01 2004, 18:18 GMT |
Get the reactions from the winners.
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Gore Rapid Entrance
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Gore Canyon 2004 results
eprincen, Aug 27 2004, 2:50 GMT |
The Gore Canyon 2004 event included the Whitewater Cup (US National Rafting Championships) and the Traditional Downriver Race. The event was well-supported, with many more competitors than 2003. Both races brought teams and competitors from all over Colorado, as well as from California, Arizona, New Mexico, Costa Rica, and West Virginia, just to name a few.
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Ultra Khosi Top
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OR Report: Lotus Designs
mboumansour, Aug 19 2004, 5:34 GMT |
The ladies will be pleased by what Lisa Beckstead and the people at Lotus Designs have come up with this year. A new line of women-specific paddling tops and undergarments bring a totally fresh look to the Lotus ladies.
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OR Report: Mountain Surf
mboumansour, Aug 19 2004, 5:27 GMT |
John, Jamie and the folks at Mountain Surf have some great new stuff for paddlers this year. Mountain Surf has expanded their rock solid line of spray skirts with the addition of two bungee-style skirts and a freestyle version of the ever popular Dur-O Ring.
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Junior
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IR Big Gun Show Results with videos
eprincen, Aug 16 2004, 20:39 GMT |
YGP cleans house, winning four of six divisions.
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OR Report: Fluid
eprincen, Aug 14 2004, 18:36 GMT |
The Fluid Flirt is finally available in all three sizes. The large just became available. This completes the line of Fluid's playboats. They are also about to go into production with their Solo like of creekboats. They will be producing a large and small version. They will also have a hatch option. Their chamber will not be the standard bulkhead type chamber, but actually be a drybag. That will prevent leaking at the bulkhead over time, and will also allow you to put gear behind your seat if the bag is not being used.
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OR Report: Teva Party
eprincen, Aug 14 2004, 18:27 GMT |
Craziness... total and complete.
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OR Report: IR Big Gun Show
eprincen, Aug 14 2004, 4:17 GMT |
Here I am at the IRBGS party at Brewvies in SLC. It was an impressive show this year. Seems like most of the really impressive footage was from YGP. Do you think that's luck? Probably not. I'll be working with the LVM guys to get you video from the Big Gun Show along with possibly some interviews tomorrow.
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New outfitting
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OR Report: Riot
eprincen, Aug 13 2004, 22:09 GMT |
First thing I want to say is that I talked to Jeff about the plastic problems of the past with Riot. This is what has kept me out of a Sniper. I've heard to too many boats breaking. I've never had it happen myself with my two Riot boats, but I know it does. Jeff said that they switched to a more standard plastic like everyone else uses. No more Xytec. As a result, breakages are WAY down. Fischer had evidently broken a large number of boats last year, but none so far with the new plastic. I'm sure the rest of you are as happy to hear that as Riot is.
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Woody says shhhhhhh
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OR Report: Dates on new boats from Liquid Logic
eprincen, Aug 13 2004, 20:19 GMT |
The projected release dates for LL's new boats are...
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OR Report: Wavesport
eprincen, Aug 13 2004, 19:24 GMT |
Confluence Watersports whitewater brand Wavesport seems to be in the well and able hands of Field Marketing Manager Jimmy Blakeney. Eric and I spent some time with Jimmy at the Wavesport booth and got Jimmys take on the new boats.
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8 lbs of floatation
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OR Report: Astral
eprincen, Aug 13 2004, 17:30 GMT |
Astral has eliminated PVC from all their vests in order to be more environmentally friendly. They've even gone so far as to create two new vests (for men and women,) which contain recycleable foam in the back, and natural, sustainable, grown floatation in the front. They have a pricepoint vest ($89) and a vest with a simplified Z strap system.
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OR Report: Teva and Kavu
mboumansour, Aug 13 2004, 3:08 GMT |
One of the great things about the annual Summer OR show is having the opportunity to meet and spend time with some of our industries most forward thinking marketing people. Thursday we were pretty psyched to sit down with Jodi Barr of Kavu as well as Adam Druckman of Teva.
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OR Report: My car wants to die
eprincen, Aug 13 2004, 2:43 GMT |
On Wednesday, on my way to OR, my car decided that it wanted to die. Not die peacefully, mind you. It wanted to go up in a ball of carnage. This is the famous Saab. Yes, I should know better. I've been reminded of this by Mark... numberous times.
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Teva returns to Club DV8 for the 14th Bi-Annual O.R. Party!!!
eprincen, Aug 10 2004, 15:51 GMT |
"Fourteen times before you have felt the terror, known the madness, lived the horror. But this is the one you've been screaming for..."
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IRBGS crazy emails
eprincen, Aug 05 2004, 18:58 GMT |
It seems we have been inundated with smartass comments around here. As if we werent already generating enough of those ourselves.
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NBC Jeep World of Adventure Sports
eprincen, Aug 05 2004, 15:17 GMT |
Mountain to sea coverage including motocross at Widowmaker Hill and Camp Jeep, adventure racing with the Raid, extreme kayaking at the Teva Mountain Games and off-shore powerboat racing with Team Bacardi Silver.
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John in Ireland
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IRBGS Interview: John Grossman
eprincen, Jul 28 2004, 2:33 GMT |
IR Big Gun Show Interview with John Grossman, world surf kayak champ
By Spencer Cooke
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First Annual Wavesport Open
eprincen, Jul 27 2004, 17:58 GMT |
Your chance to get paid to play!
Wavesport is excited to announce a new style of kayak competition, one that embraces all paddlers, in all boats. This event defines the true meaning of playboating, a free form, no rules, no restrictions style that embodies the reason we all paddle... to be creative and have fun on the river.
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Corran
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IRBGS Interview: Corran Addison
eprincen, Jul 19 2004, 17:28 GMT |
IR Big Gun Show Interview with Corran Addison By Spencer Cooke, LVM
Okay here we go.
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Coming soon from Paddler and Kayak magazines
eprincen, Jul 15 2004, 16:20 GMT |
Here is what to look forward to from the Paddler magazine family
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Trip
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IRBGS Interview: Amy Jimmerson and Trip Jennings
eprincen, Jul 09 2004, 0:17 GMT |
IR Big Gun Show Interview with Amy Jimmerson and Trip Jennings, 2003 IR Big Gun Show winners By Spencer Cooke, LVM
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Paddle For Your Life 1st Annual Barbecue
eprincen, Jul 03 2004, 1:05 GMT |
Come join the Paddle For Your Life (PFYL) crew for a post-river barbecue dinner! PFYL is a volunteer-based project that is committed to providing whitewater kayak experiences for high-school age youth with the objective of empowering the individual and encouraging healthy growth through learning to cooperate with the power of moving water. More information on PFYL is available at http://www.paddleforyourlife.org/News.htm.
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Panda and Travis
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Paddle China!
mboumansour, Jun 25 2004, 17:38 GMT |
Chengdu, the capital of western Sichuan, is like Denver in 1950 - no one has explored the rivers in the nearby mountain range. The opportunity for wild boating is unsurpassed - the Hengduan mountains are higher and steeper and there are far more rivers in them than there are in the Rockies. Plus, this area is largely inhabited by Tibetans, so the cultural experience is mind boggling.
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Jimmy's headshot
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LVM Interview with Jimmy Blakeney
eprincen, Jun 10 2004, 22:07 GMT |
IR Big Gun Show NEWS on Boatertalk.com
Interview with Jimmy Blakeney, 2003 IR Big Gun Show King of Air.
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Support BT and get stuff at Sierra Trading Post
eprincen, May 26 2004, 19:35 GMT |
Sale!!! May 20th - June 13th
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New Reign premier in Vail
eprincen, May 19 2004, 15:24 GMT |
Rush Sturges of Young Gun Productions together with Teva will be premiering their latest project "New Reign" at the Teva Vail Mountain Games. Teva, with its roots deep in the paddling world, has been a long time grass roots supporter of the kayaking lifestyle and has sponsored numerous projects that continue to push the sport to new levels.
Where: 8150 in the Vail Village - Vail, CO
When: Friday June 4th
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Ed goes big
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One part freestyle. One part huge waterfalls. 100% passion.
eprincen, May 05 2004, 22:46 GMT |
Bigger Than Rodeo follows some of the worlds best paddlers on a search for the
Epicocity, the biggest, the tallest, and in every sense, the most Epic
experience imaginable. In the end the search would involve 5 countries, one
world record, a bit of luck, a lot of determination, and even more fun.
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Reno River Festival Amature Competition
eprincen, May 03 2004, 20:44 GMT |
RENO, Nev. Kicking off the competition schedule at the inaugural Reno River Festival, northern Nevadas official grand opening of the new Truckee River Whitewater Park, is a Boater Cross event designed for amateur kayakers to take to the water for the ultimate city-style race. Beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday May 15, 2004, non-professional kayakers will be timed during a preliminary race down the river with the top 32 finishers advancing to a Sunday, May 16 final round. Winner of the final heat will receive a $250 cash prize.
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Dave Norell dies in bike race
DavidWeber, Apr 26 2004, 21:10 GMT |
On April 24, Dave Norell colapsed and died during a bike race. He was best known in the kayaking community for "Broke, Hungry and Happy", as well as appearences in numerous other kayak videos. He will be sorely missed and we extend our condolences out to his family and friends.
More Information
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Extreme Whitewater Freestyle Kayak Event & Festival
eprincen, Apr 21 2004, 22:49 GMT |
Third Annual Level Six Capital Cup
Champlain Rapids, Bates Island, Ottawa.
Saturday/Sunday April 24 and 25 2003. 9am 5pm
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BoaterTalk Calendar photo contest
eprincen, Apr 19 2004, 2:31 GMT |
BoaterTalk is putting together a 2005 calendar and we'd like it to contain photos submitted by our users. Do you have shots that you think are calendar worthy?
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Video review call for entries
eprincen, Apr 16 2004, 23:59 GMT |
Kayak Magazine is calling for submissions for the summer issue video review. If you or someone you love has a professional video you would like to be included in the review, please contact David Weber to make arrangements. As for the deadline: the sooner the better.
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Inagural Reno River Festival May 14-16, 2004
eprincen, Apr 05 2004, 22:34 GMT |
There is a new outdoor attraction in Reno-Tahoe, Americas Adventure Place, that is getting sporting enthusiasts in the mood for adventurea $1.5 million whitewater and kayak park, both Nevadas and the regions first whitewater park and kayak slalom racing course. The whitewater park, located on the Truckee River in the heart of Renos bustling downtown hotel-casino and booming arts district, completed construction in November and is already attracting attention even though the parks official grand opening is scheduled for May 2004.
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Hobbiton, New Zealand and Juniors Training
eprincen, Mar 15 2004, 20:22 GMT |
After three weeks of intense training at the Kaituna River, Huge Experiences traveled to Mt. Maunganui for the renowned surf. Tracing along the beach, majestic islands could be seen scattered throughout the ocean and were met with surges of waves crashing violently onto their jutting rock cliffs...
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Check out the new website of Necky Kayaks!
eprincen, Mar 09 2004, 17:26 GMT |
Just launched, the user-friendlysite includes fantastic videos of Necky's whitewater boats in action including some of the Team Necky members who made the finals at the 2004 Pre-World Championship--Tiffany Manchester having a blast in a Chronic and Chris Gragtmans in his first day in a Vibe.
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Burning Time Premier!
eprincen, Mar 04 2004, 16:51 GMT |
Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Scott Lindgren is setting the world on fire with his latest release Burning Time, a kayaking movie thats been in the making for two years.
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Free BT sweatshirt with a new Class V membership
eprincen, Mar 03 2004, 0:59 GMT |
This is a "while supplies last" type deal. Once the sweaties are gone, we go to the t-shirts until they are gone too. Get yours before they are history.
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From the Desk of the National Paddling Film Festival Director
eprincen, Feb 23 2004, 20:57 GMT |
I want to THANK EVERYONE - especially the film makers and photographers for their contributions to this year's 21st NPFF. We have 30 films in our
program and 45 Still Image photos currently on display on the NPFF web site.
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Avatars have arrived
eprincen, Feb 22 2004, 5:01 GMT |
Members of BoaterTalk now can visually personalize their posts
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Denver/Boulder BoaterTalk Beer:30 get together
eprincen, Nov 03 2003, 21:05 GMT |
Details
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LVM #10 "Now in 3-D" premiere at Asheville Pizza
eprincen, Nov 03 2003, 17:14 GMT |
Thursday the 6th at 9pm featuring; Norway Trip Report, the IR Big Gun Show 2003, Andrew Holcombe Pro Spot, Tommy's Top Ten, etc.
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GauleyFest: PARTY.PARTY.PARTY
eprincen, Sep 12 2003, 18:05 GMT |
Theme:
Old School... Er... Old's Cool
New School... Er... New's Cool
It's all cool.
Hosted by: LiquidLogic / BoaterTalk / Lunch Video Magazine
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Day Two: I am officially afraid of David
eprincen, Aug 16 2003, 16:43 GMT |
All he talks about are axes. He walks around looking at the axe catalog. His wife is admiring the axes (I think so he doesn't get mad.) Then there is this.
If you don't get any more reports from me, call for help.
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More on day one: I need a thesaurus and a dictionary.
eprincen, Aug 15 2003, 15:58 GMT |
OK, so my writing style leaves a bit to be desired. I'm not David Weber. As a side note, would you feel comfortable with two David Webers running around this planet? I rest my case.
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First day at OR. They need a wireless network access point
eprincen, Aug 15 2003, 15:11 GMT |
The first day was a pretty good one, but I had no way to put up any new photos without leaving the show. That's too bad. I'm going to suggest that for next year they set up a wireless access point so we can get online with our laptops. Now to the meat. More details inside.
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Trekking out to OR
eprincen, Aug 14 2003, 16:22 GMT |
The yearly pilgrimage to OR goes exactly as it usually does. Driving north through Colorado, I take I-80 (the place where retreads go to die) out to SLC. I roll into town, top down, blaring Wagner on my stereo. Morman children scatter. It's as if they have never seen a man in Viking drag before... But I digress...
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Do not open attachements in "your account" emails from BT
eprincen, Aug 04 2003, 20:26 GMT |
Someone is playing some games. You may get an email from admin@boatertalk.com. If you look at the header, they are not coming from BoaterTalk at all. There is an attachment that could very well be a virus. I've examined it and it's very fishy.
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BoaterTalk releases new tools
eprincen, Jul 14 2003, 22:03 GMT |
BoaterTalk is striving to make the site as usefull for its members as possible. Today we are releasing a new tool which allows members to keep track of BT data they are interested in. That data is presented on their personal homepage that they can bookmark and/or use as their browser hompage.
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BoaterTalk has gauges
eprincen, Jul 11 2003, 1:27 GMT |
I've been sitting on the code for a year or two. I've held off because I've offered to partner with two different groups to do gauges on BT in a mutually beneficial way. I like to share within the community when possible so a) I don't have to reinvent the wheel, and b) I can help out other people. Neither of my offers were accepted, so here you go.
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BoaterTalk Photo Gallery Opens
eprincen, Jun 27 2003, 3:45 GMT |
Are you a BT member? If so, you can now post photos into BT's photo gallery. Just click the Gallery button in the menu to view the gallery. Viewing is open to all.
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BT and Paddler offer magazine deal
eprincen, Jun 18 2003, 17:09 GMT |
BoaterTalk is teaming up with the whitewater industry to get BT members some good deals in recognition for their support. Our first deal is with Paddler to get you a nice discount on subscriptions to Paddler and Kayak Magazine.
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BoaterTalk shirt sale
eprincen, Jun 02 2003, 20:23 GMT |
Both t-shirts and sweatshirts are now on sale at the BT store. For a limited time t-shirts will be available for $15 and sweatshirts will be $20. Available in both large and extra large.
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News from LVM
eprincen, May 16 2003, 16:47 GMT |
The 2003 IR Big Gun Show site has been launched. Check the LVM site to see
how you can enter. Excitingly there are two new categories this year, s
Still Photo division, a Women's Wave/Hole division, and a Junior Division
sponsored by Huge Experiences.
LVM #8 DVD is available for sale on LVM's online store. Get your copy while
they last. You'll get to see Eric Princen's Cameo. Don't miss that. Maybe
he'll autograph your copy, if you're lucky.
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BT covers the Worlds
eprincen, May 12 2003, 4:26 GMT |
BT has hooked up with the USFKA to give you full coverage of the worlds. Get your results and updates directly from the athletes on BT. Be a part of it all. Ask and get answers.
USFKA Worlds Discussion Forum
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Kayak Magazine Resurrected
eprincen, Apr 29 2003, 22:15 GMT |
The whitewater-only magazine that started it all is back. After a few fun, irreverent and spelling-error-prone issues in 1999 and 2000 Kayak magazine disappeared. It was purchased in 2002 by the publishers of Paddler magazine and is now being published twice yearly.
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BoaterTalk Pledge Drive
eprincen, Apr 21 2003, 15:51 GMT |
As you know by now, BoaterTalk is launching a membership drive. Questions are being asked whether BT is going to "pay-per-view" or "pay-per-post". Instead of this, we are encouraging broad-based membership at very low prices. We are encouraging as many memberships as possible to support continuing development. Though membership is not required for occasional visitors, we need the support of our regulars. There is a link at the bottom of the membership page that will take occasional visitors to BoaterTalk as usual.
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BoaterTalk introduces a new GearSwap format
eprincen, Apr 03 2003, 2:38 GMT |
Take a look and post any problems to the bugs forum. Press the "Gear" menu option to go there.
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New BT look
eprincen, Mar 22 2003, 20:36 GMT |
As you can see, BT has a new look, complete with some new functionality.
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Offtopic Posts
eprincen, Mar 21 2003, 18:55 GMT |
This is a sensitive time, not only in the US and Iraq, but in the world. Discussion can get out of hand quickly with the emotions these things stir. I'm not going to stop offtopics. I'm working on a way to tag them so they can be filtered, but I'm not going to stop them. One thing I am going to do from now on though is nuke personal attack posts as soon as I see them. No explaination given other than this one. We can discuss offtopic stuff, but lets just keep it to a minimum and civil.
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Check out the IR Overthruster; get a free LVM Greatest Hits DVD
eprincen, Mar 15 2003, 2:32 GMT |
Go to http://www.immersionresearch.com and check out the pics of the new IR
OverThruster on the main page.
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The Store is Open: Get your BT T-shirts and Sweatshirts!
eprincen, Mar 13 2003, 19:59 GMT |
Now available!!! A limited run of BT T-shirts and Sweatshirts. They will go quickly, so pick one up while you can. Visit the store...
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The Grassroots Whitewater Movement continues...
eprincen, Mar 11 2003, 23:13 GMT |
with Ashland Mine Productions No Big Names II: APMED. The whitewater shroud over Oregon, California, and Mexico is lifted. AMPED offers a humorous and insightful
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