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 !
