Oscar Chalupsky Paddling Clinic: Highlight of the Summer for 18 Paddlers As many of you know, Oscar and his wife Clare made a brief appearance in Traverse City and a very fortunate 18 paddlers had the opportunity to spend the better half of their Monday with them. Based on the feedback I have received, it […]
Paddling Safety
Billy B’s Surfski Leash System
Surfski Leash System – Critical Always, but Especially as We Move Into the Cold Months While safety is always critical when paddling a surfski, as we transition into the colder months the margin for error paddling in the Great Lakes becomes razor thin. Billy Bellinger, a good friend of mine and very experienced Lake Michigan […]
Surfski Safety: Serious Stuff
Surfski Safety is Serious Stuff I really try to keep the overall feel and content of the Website for TC Surfski lighthearted and fun because I think it is important to break down the inherent intimidation factor that comes with these extremely long, lightweight, high-tech and tippy boats. But the one area that I do […]