Hometown: Wausau, WI
Height: 5'8'
Paddling Style (creeks, rivers, big waves) I do it all! the steepest of
the steeps, big water rivers, huge waves, and Waterfalls. If something
is running I'm game. My only problem is deciding whether to take the
kayak, C1, or OC1.
Favourite H2O Paddle (Model, Length, Offset): The bent shaft C1 Team paddle that Vincent designed is stellar!
Why H2O Paddles? H2O paddles are the most progressive paddles in the
industry. There design is second to none. They are the most comfortable
paddles to use and there grips are the best. The show up really well in
photos too (and when you drop 'em in the river). The blades wear really
well because they are abrasion resistant and don't delaminate like
other brands.
Countries Paddled: US, Canada, Costa Rica, Switzerland,
Favourite River/Wave:Raven's Fork in North Carolina is Great and so is
Mann's in West Virginia, but I also love surfing the New River Dries
and 5 boat wave on the Gauley at high water.
Biggest Paddling Adventure so far: It's all one big never-ending adventure.
Competition History or Achievements in Paddling:
2nd Place 2008 US team Trials OC1
US Freestyle Team member
20 years of whitewater experience
1st KY in an OC1
1st Wave Monkey in an OC1
First descents in both kayak and open canoe
Other Sponsors:
Jackson Kayak
Esquif Canoes
Kokatat Watersports wear
Gaia sports
Eagles Nest Outfitters
Ripple Noseplugs
Website: http://broadbandsports.com/user/20468/profile
www.
canoekayakwhitewater.blogspot.com
Other:
Graduated with degrees in Spanish and Pre-Professional (Pre-med) from University of Notre Dame
Current residence: Asheville, NC
Certified ACA kayak instructor
National Registry Emergency Medical Technician
Instructor Rolling Waters Kayak School