Category Archives: paddle sports

Conditions all change – SUP and surf kayaking, Jan 2018

Posted on January 12, 2018 by Tez Plavenieks

The weather can change in a heartbeat – pretty obvious for anyone living in this very same neck of the woods. Having had weeks of full power windsurfing the last seven days have seen a raft of pulsing swells – … Continue reading →

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Perception 5-0 sit on surf kayak review

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Tez Plavenieks

This wasn’t the first time I’ve used Perception’s long standing 5-0 surf sit on top, but it’s the first time I’d been able to throw a fully tricked out hull – compete with thigh straps, performance wave fin and specific … Continue reading →

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Stand up paddle boarding, windsurfing and kayaking kit reviews

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Tez Plavenieks

Part of what I do involves testing gear, equipment and accessories within stand up paddle boarding, windsurfing and kayaking. Over the last few years I’ve had the privilege of trying out a whole raft of different kit. Here are links … Continue reading →

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Neptune SUP 10ft Allrounder and CONTOUR ROAM 3 test vid

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Tez Plavenieks
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Lightweight style and comfort – Hey Dude Shoes Farty review

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Tez Plavenieks

After reviewing Hey Dude Shoes’ Easy Life rigger boots, it was only right to put a pair of the the brand’s flagship Farty model to the test. Hey Dude Shoes Farty

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Winter holidays – paddling into sunshine

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Tez Plavenieks

Winter getting you down? Can’t face leaving the comfort and warmth of your pit? Having a hard time motivating yourself to walk out of your house – let alone donning the rubber and heading into the brine? If the answer … Continue reading →

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Getting sponsored – parts 1, 2 and 3

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Tez Plavenieks

A few months ago I wrote a three part series focusing on extreme sports sponsorship, what it means to be supported, what endorsed athletes are expected to deliver in return and whether it’ actually a viable route for anyone thinking … Continue reading →

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