How to train for ultra marathon paddling races by Carter Johnson

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This post is a first one from a mini series on training for long distance paddle races. I asked several racers with a potentially different perspective to share their experience.

Let’s start from training tips prepared by Carter Johnson. Carter is a surfski and kayak racer who successfully paddled in several ultra marathon events including Colorado River 100, Everglades Challenge and Yukon River Quest. He is a holder of the Guinness 24 Hour Flat Water Paddling Record.

My Paddle Racing in 2005 – Texas Water Safari, Colorado River, Virtual Race

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End of the year, time for some summaries and reflections. I am describing below all races in 2005 which I paddled and/or trained for. As usual I had a lot of racing plans, but I missed two major races. WaterTribe Everglades Challenge “Adventure in small boats.” 300 miles from Fort Desoto in Tampa Bay along …

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