ORCA: Winter SUP in the Big Apple!
It’s easy to forget that Manhattan is an island with incredible waterways and a thriving paddling community. Over the past two decades, the Hudson River in NYC has become my paddling playground. Somewhat of a sanctuary, it offers a mini-escape from the hustle of fast-paced city life and a chance to enjoy Mother Nature’s urban edge. The fisheye’s view of the NYC skyline and Statue of Liberty is a sight to remember.
In 1998, I learned to kayak on the Hudson River, which I needed to compete in the Raid Gauloises Adventure Race in Ecuador. I thought paddling was a one-off deal. As a former nationally ranked road cyclist and competitive triathlete at the time, paddling sounded fun and novel but short-stayed. Little did I know it would capture my heart and soul.
