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Rob Flanagan Wayland, MA Bob Flanagan
Surfski(s) currently paddle:

Huki S1-X
Paddles you use:

Epic Mid Wing - Blue Shaft,
Jantex, Van Dusen #8
How long have you been paddling?

10 Years
Primary Paddling Location:

Charles River and Boston Harbor
Favorite Surfski Race, Why?

The Blackburn, because a large circumnavigation or crossing is an accomplishment in itself

Main Training Partner if any:

The Charles River Racers

Racing Accomplishments

Blackburn (5 times)
General Clinton 62.5 miles (once)
Run of the Charles 19 miles (many)
Tuckermans's Inferno Team Event (6 times)

Other Significant Athletic Accomplishments:

Josh Billings Triathlon Iron Man class (4 time participant - 7th place best finish)
Paddled to Nantucket via Martha's Vineyard and Muskeget Island

What you like about surfskis, surfski racing, paddling:

I like the elegant design simplicity of skis, their speed, and the ability to remount them quickly. I like getting away from this busy world and into a natural environment, and staying healthy at the same time.