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Winter paddling in Whistler.

Well, let me tell you that it sucks! Hahahaha, just kidding but not really. What can you do when everything is frozen from the lakes to the rivers. Lament, thats what. Hahahaha. One could drive down to squamish but, the highway is brutal and why should i drive?

So, its cross training time again!! Had a great swim/train the other with Brent B. Lengths/breath work and under water training like the Hawaiians! Which is basically carrying a rock under water as far as you can. Sounds good to me and can only help, unless I drown. Which almost happened once cuz i got carried away. Fear not, as I just spit some water and kept going. cheers to training in general. Get out there.

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It snowed in Whistler! Time to go paddle boarding.

A beauty winter day in Whistler! And, its not frozen yet.

It is definitely one of the snowiest days so far this season! What a perfect day to go paddle boarding!!

I like it cuz everyone thinks I am crazy. They are like, “Wha? You went paddling today?” Then they ask why I didnt go on the hill on such an epic day? I usually respond with, I rather be paddling.

Most dont get it and think I am silly, but, we all have our passions and loves. Who am I to say winter is a time for skiing but not paddling? Not me. I dont go on the hill much anymore as my focus has shifted and I just really enjoy going paddling. Whether it be winter, fall or whatever season of the year.

Paddling is my jam. I like to paddle in the sun, snow, rain, sleet, what have you. I dont mind. With the advent of dry suits, it just means we can stay out longer and be safer as well. That is a crucial part of the not so fare wheather paddling. But, it is also quite fun to be around people in the winter with all your gear on and your board strapped to the roof of your car collecting snow as people walk by you and go, “Surely you didnt paddle today Arne?” I always smile when they say that.

Some know me to well. Here is to celebrate everyones uniqueness. Cheers and lets go paddle, I mean ski. hahahahaha, Happy New Year everyone! Lets make it a good one!!!  #kahunapaddleboards #ryderseyewear #backendgear #southsidediner #kinesysactive #sup #standuppaddleboard #standuppaddleboarding #wintersup #nature #whistler #altalake #bc #canada #arnetheicebreaker #paddleman #theiceman #lookpal

 

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