Up The Creek With(out) A Paddle

The Dynamic Duo nearly found themselves up the creek without a kayak...never mind without a paddle....when 3 days ago they undertook a non-stop 60km challenge the length of the Lower Bann on 19 May. The challenge was a fundraiser for a Ukranian orphanage.




Too intent on taking photos at one of the portages, they forgot to hold onto the boat, which began to drift away - and resulted in one of them doing a spontaneous jump into the icy waters to perform a rescue mission, while the other concentrated on a very different watery flow !








The Duo had a fab day, beginning with the success of staying upright in their tippy K2 at the very start in the challenging and choppy Lough Beg (literally, say your prayers!) and ending with avoiding the treacherous Barmouth at the end of the trail before the Atlantic!




A day full of fun, chat and laughter as is always guaranteed together. Even without racing it (particularly the portages!), the Duo had a very respectable paddle-time. Compatability on all levels is the key. And who wants to race it ?......the day doesnt last as long then !

The Comeback : CCAR Castleward AR

The Dynamic Duo made a long awaited comeback to Adventure Racing on 5 March, competing in the CCAR Castleward event and ranking 2nd Female Pair.

With new armwarmers, the pair gave the impression of having all the gear and no idea-r....but that was just to lull the others into a false sense of security. At about the 4 hour mark however, uno of the duo did have no idea-r....about anything....as delirium set in due to a lack of ..... ??!!

Safely back at the finish, the Dynamic Duo relished the buzz of their comeback and maintaining their reputation of causing noise pollution ! Great craic, satisfaction and yummy grub...both feeling at home and not wanting to leave!