We both survived our first endurance training session on the canal section of the Devises to Westminster Canoe Race over the school holidays week.
Over a period of 5hrs we got in and out of the boat 32 times, we paddled in driving rain, had to negotiate the dark and ate far too many flapjacks!
It was probably as bad as it could get in terms of the weather, both rain and wind so made for a perfect training session.
Later on this evening, I'II be heading out for our wednesday training session on the Ely River is Cardiff (not so pleasant) and as the temperature plummets it makes the training all the more challenging.
Wednesday, 7 November 2012
Tuesday, 25 September 2012
Devise to Westminster Canoe Race
It's official, my next major challenge is to complete the 120 mile Devizes to Westminster Canoe race that starts on the morning of the 30th March 2013 and finishes (hopefully) 22hrs late as we paddle under Westminster bridge.
Neal, my race partner, and I have been out in the K2 now most weeks for the last few months and things are beginning to flow.
This weekend we head up for our first taste of the real thing as we intend to paddle the first 25 mile section of the race.
It's getting harder as the weather is turning and I know that between now and the race most of my training will be in the dark, in the rain and in the cold. I'm already suffering with cold fingers, following my lake Baikal expedition, so it's going to be a real challenge.
Lots of updates to come!
Neal, my race partner, and I have been out in the K2 now most weeks for the last few months and things are beginning to flow.
This weekend we head up for our first taste of the real thing as we intend to paddle the first 25 mile section of the race.
It's getting harder as the weather is turning and I know that between now and the race most of my training will be in the dark, in the rain and in the cold. I'm already suffering with cold fingers, following my lake Baikal expedition, so it's going to be a real challenge.
Lots of updates to come!
Monday, 18 June 2012
Oscars of Adventure
I was more surprised that anyone to find myself standing up on the stand receiving an award for completing the Siberian Black Ice Race in March 2012.
Tuesday, 22 May 2012
Cardiff Aspire Double Marathon
After 9hrs and 29 minutes of non-stop running, I finally managed to complete my long journey from Brecon to Cardiff as part of the Cardiff Aspire Ultra Marathon Race.
Having not run further than 12km in training I was pleased with the way my body was able to continue.
Subdued by ibuprofen and paracetamols my mind was able to keep me going through the pain of pounding on tarmac. Two days on and I still can't walk properly!
I was delighted to come 54th overall out of over 130 starters.
Having not run further than 12km in training I was pleased with the way my body was able to continue.
Subdued by ibuprofen and paracetamols my mind was able to keep me going through the pain of pounding on tarmac. Two days on and I still can't walk properly!
I was delighted to come 54th overall out of over 130 starters.
Wednesday, 9 May 2012
My first Surfski Race
On Sunday 6th, I headed down to Rhoose lifeguards to take part in 2012 Surfski Race, a race that has been running for 30 years.
The conditions were perfect and it was great to get out on my ski so close to home. The course was an 8km loop along the coast and back.
Having not had much practise lately in my ski, I had fears of capsizing so decided to wear my wetsuit. Lucikly it was not needed, but this meant that I was sweltering hot.
It was great training for my Devises to Westminster bid next year!
The conditions were perfect and it was great to get out on my ski so close to home. The course was an 8km loop along the coast and back.
Having not had much practise lately in my ski, I had fears of capsizing so decided to wear my wetsuit. Lucikly it was not needed, but this meant that I was sweltering hot.
It was great training for my Devises to Westminster bid next year!
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