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Ryan
Caffyn-Parsons		 Braintree, MA Ryan Caffyn-Parsons
Surfski(s) currently paddle:

 Fenn Mako Elite
Paddles you use:

 Fenn4
How long have you been paddling?

 Since 1990
Primary Paddling Location:

 Hingham, MA
Favorite Surfski Race, Why?

US Surfski Championship. The swell, currents, chop and cliffs all add to the challenge
Main Training Partner if any:

Mostly train alone
Racing Accomplishments

Dusi Marathon 92, 93 & 95
Fish River Marathon 92, 93, 94 & 95
Liffey Descent, Ireland 97, 99
Mystic River 2008
North River Race 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007 (top 3 places in all events)
What you like about surfskis, surfski racing, paddling:

The challenge of being on the ocean, navigating, picking out best course, linking together swells to optimize speed and conserve energy