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Epic Molokai World Championships Surfski 2008

When I thought of paddling a surf ski in America’s 50th state a bunch of images came to mind: warm water – BIG surf – rough water – sunshine – hardcore watermen and women — so even though I have none of the above on my doorstep in Germany, I figured that it would be […]
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On the Road again…

Two by two kayaks – two epic’s, two NDK’s, two Rockpool’s, two Waterfield’s – one 3-pieces Explorer is allowed to travel inside!   …or better "On the water again" soon! Can’t wait to hit some rough stuff , as my place had mostly flatish water only to offer. And I need MORE TRAINIG! I’ll teach at […]
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Picture albums are finally up!

I uploaded all of my New Zealand trip pictures! As well as the pics from my 33-day trip around Iceland. Enjoy!
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Priorities…and the most eventful day of the NZ-trip

Being back home after three months abroad my mind was filled with all the post-trip work I still had to do:  sorting out pictures for a slide show, writing up the last days of the journey and, of course, my "real" work so I could earn money… My shops needed a lot of attention. The first priority was a trip […]
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I found some NZPA finish day pics

Picture by Tim Cuff     Picture by Tim Cuff There are some more on that link: http://www.nzpaimages.co.nz/preview.php?image_id=40921
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I’m back home! Some dumper launching pics…

Photo 1 by Mary Kirk-Anderson  I made it safely back home: several uneventful flights and no extra charge for surplus weight…plus low shipping fees for m kayak…lucky gal! What a difference it is to return home to winter! Cold, grey skies and short days…but I like the seasons so there is no time to be sad… I’ve been busy […]
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Back Home on Wednesday

Since I managed to change my flight I return home on Wednesday, January 9th. I just need to deal with 12hrs of jetlag…so all the promised calls have to wait some time then…and back to buisiness soon again, too! I’m still busy here in NZ since there’s plenty of media interest! Regardless, I feel my biggest […]
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The Final Leg – I’m done!

Well, what shall I write? There’s almost too much going on! There were so many people wishing me well: in person, via e-mail, on blog comments or on the phone! I would like to thank everybody again for the moral and practical support. I’ll answer all of your most welcome e-mails shortly!here (thanks to Derrick Mayoleth […]
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Progress Report 01/02/08; Finished!

Freya has completed her journey becoming the first woman to circumnavigate the south island! Please check back soon, for a personal update by Freya. Freya: On behalf of Karel Vissel and yours truly, congratulations on an impressive achievement!!! We have enjoyed supporting your efforts -Greg The following message was received from Paul Caffyn: Goodaye! Freya […]
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Progress Report 01/01/08 Tuesday. Home Stretch!

Editor’s note. I received a phone call from Freya, while she was still on the water. Instead of stopping at the point shown on the map, she has instead paddled through the night and was well into her crossing with about 45 kilometers remaining to complete the final leg of her circumnavigation. That makes for […]
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