(My full photo galleries can be viewed here: Thur, Fri, Sat, and Sun) Most competitors where apprehensive about this year's comp after the 2011 Festival's extremely tough conditions. Check out my 2011 video for a taste. This year the week before the comp the forcast was calling for much the same, big wind, rain, and huge surf. As the week went on the forcast got better … [Read more...] about EVENT: Santa Cruz Paddle Fest 2012
Archives for March 2012
DISCOVERED: Dark Side of the Lens VIDEO
http://vimeo.com/14074949 Dark Side of the Lens: An inspiration every time I watch this! Passion must drive the dedication and pursuit of excellence that it takes to accomplish your vision of a quality adventurous life. The cinematography is just outstanding in this piece. The edit is spot on and the narration just works, conveying the significance and emotion. … [Read more...] about DISCOVERED: Dark Side of the Lens VIDEO
EVENT: La Push Pummel 2012
(2/24-26/2012) This was my first year attending the Pummel and the sea sure wanted to deliver on Saturday! I decided at the last minute to make the journey even though the forecasts were not in any way good. My thought was that if I brought enough toys; surf kayak, playboat, creekboat and kiteboard that I’d be able to enjoy whatever Mother Nature threw at me. I was also … [Read more...] about EVENT: La Push Pummel 2012
DISCOVERED: Previous Adventures VIDEO
When I started ExploringElements.com I also started a YouTube channel to showcase new productions and create a home for some of my old films from the Go Big Distribution days, when I represented Fluid Kayaks in North America, and my old personal Vimeo channel. The following are a few of the fun films from the past decade of boating and traveling. I look forward to sharing … [Read more...] about DISCOVERED: Previous Adventures VIDEO
REVIEW: Pelican 1300 Case vs. Watershed Ocoee Bag
The best 2 ways to carry camera gear in any watersports environment are with a Watershed bag or a Pelican case. Both of these products are used by media professionals around the world to protect sensitive gear from the elements. (I have a “Team Watershed” bag because I bought a booth sample at a trade show. I am in no way affiliated with Watershed Drybags.) Pelican … [Read more...] about REVIEW: Pelican 1300 Case vs. Watershed Ocoee Bag