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Stay Connected When Conditions Get Tough
Paddling can be a fun, relaxing and adventurous outdoor activity, but it also comes with its share of challenges - especially when the weather turns unpredictable or when you're navigating unfamiliar waters. At Paddle Logger, we understand that staying safe and connected is paramount for every paddler, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out. That's why we’re so excited to introduce our new route-planning feature, PaddlePLAN™ - recently featured by Apple at their Keynote event. Designed to enhance your paddling experience and keep you connected, even in tough conditions.
Race Report: Fort Boyard Challenge
A few weekends ago I had the incredible opportunity to compete in the Fort Boyard Challenge, a downwind stand-up paddle race in the picturesque waters off the west coast of France. It was a great two-day event, featuring races on both Saturday and Sunday with a mixture of crafts including SUP, foils, va’a, windsurfers and more! In total, there were over 600 competitors. I was fortunate enough to win the SUP races on both days.
Do you know what to do when things don’t go to plan?
Being safe on your paddleboard essentially comes down to two things:
1: Reducing the risks of something going wrong. In other words, proper planning and preparation, and knowledge/understanding of your environment.
2: Coping better if something does happen. In other words, knowing what to do when things go wrong, and understanding your safety equipment.
Over the next few regular blog articles we’re going to be focussing on the second of these; a topic which doesn’t get anywhere near enough coverage in safety discussion. However, to start the discussion off, we’re going to consider planning; one of the four cornerstones of paddleboarding safety [these four cornerstones are covered in much more detail in the SUP SAFETY books]. Because actually, proper planning is always the first link in the chain. The reason why things go wrong when you’re out there on the water very often comes back to a failure at the planning stage.
Effortless Navigation: Empowering paddlers to explore with point-to-point guidance
Paddle Logger is excited to announce the launch of PaddlePLAN™, a a game-changing new feature for iPhone and Apple Watch that helps paddlers to explore and plan routes, navigate while on the water, and stay on course.
With PaddlePLAN™, we’re not just launching a new feature; we’re pioneering a whole new way to experience the water, blending our brand hallmarks of Safety, Simplicity, and Adventure.
PaddlePLAN™ offers an inspiring and unparalleled paddling experience for everyone, from first-timers to professionals.
Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis 2024
This year's Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis event was a true test of endurance and resilience mentally, physically, and emotionally. The event proved to be far more challenging than anticipated, with unexpected obstacles and intense weather conditions adding to the physical and mental strain. Postponed twice due to severe thunderstorms, the race commenced under seemingly favorable downwinding conditions along the 32-mile course. However, the tranquility felt short-lived as a storm swept in around the 36km mark, transforming the serene ocean into what felt like an insane battleground.
Major Update: Spanish Localisation
In an exciting development, Paddle Logger - the iOS mobile app for paddlers, has expanded its reach by introducing Spanish localisation, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity for millions of Spanish-speaking stand up paddle boarders, kayakers, canoe paddlers and more.
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En un desarrollo emocionante, Paddle Logger, la aplicación móvil iOS para remeros, ha ampliado su alcance al introducir la localización en español, mejorando la accesibilidad y la inclusión para millones de practicantes de surf de remo, kayakistas, remeros en canoas y más.
Fancy a Race?
Paddle Logger is stoked to announce a new multi-year partnership with the GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series!