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Friday Stoke

11 Jun 10

In the space of a week I have been fortunate enough to catch some pretty cool goings on. Last weekend I headed to the beach and saw the legend that is Laird Hamilton, reminding everyone just how much of a freak he is on a SUP board (or any board for that matter). There are not enough superlatives to describe what sort of waterman this guy is. Check out his site or any vids and you can see for yourself.

On top of that, over the last few days I was stoked to follow my friends, Sarah Outen and Dave Cornthwaite as they also used SUP boards to paddle their way 150 miles from Bath to London on a little adventure to rack up some Blue Miles. While Sarah may not have the same skills on a SUP board as Laird, there is no denying she enjoys is just as much. An awesome paddle for a great cause.

So, on that note, take a look at today's stoke. You guessed it! SUP! It is just a really sweet video and shows the vibe that you want to be getting everytime you are on the water, on your bike, off for a run or in the hills. You know the word I am looking for! Have a great weekend!



  1. Ron in Vancouver BC commented:
    12 Jun 10 (11:05 pm)

    Hey Mark!!! You’ve got me hooked, deep and solid. Spent much of adult life sorting grading booming logs – and not always on the boat. Had lotsa fun in those days – but now, WOW, just ordered a board to join the clan. Sarahs blog got me interested, now you have driven the nail home! Thank you, profoundly from a kayak krazy old walrus ;-)

  2. Mark Kalch commented:
    15 Jun 10 (6:30 am)

    Hi Ron, Thanks for the words. Any time spent in and about water is well spent I reckon. Those guys in the clip above have captured perfectly what I want to feel every time. Love it! Stoked that you are digging the site as well. Cheers mate.

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