Wottermen Chronicles
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Hypothermia: A Cold And Warm Water Hazard
In this post, we will explain the definition of Hypothermia and how to stop it from ruining your watery experience. If you just want to get right to the point, go get yourself a Surf-fur Waterparka and make sure you wear it before and after immersion in water (any water below 75 degrees can cause Hypothermia)…
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The Making of a Pair of Pants
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Lobster Bisque by Hawaiian Spearfisherman/Freediver Kim Werner
Growing up on a farm in Maui with her freediving father taught Kim Werner how to live a sustainable lifestyle. The family lived in small house where she following her dad out to the ocean while he hunted daily. Fast forward many years and she became a trained chef which brought her back to her family’s…
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Surfer’s Ear – Wear Earplugs All Year Long!
Now that we got your attention with this gross photo, read the article about Surfer’s Ear by our guest blogger, Dr. David Baglow. However, don’t be fooled by the title. Surfer’s Ear should be called Watermen’s Ear because even divers and swimmers can get it! Anyone who’s ears are exposed to cold water consistently and over…
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The Three Amigos Hit The River Again! Part Two
From Hoover Dam into Lake Mohave By Gary Mortimer It was mid-February, the weather had been mild and the decision had been made to paddle on the Colorado River from the Hoover Dam and on through Lake Mohave. After researching the options of getting to the river right below the dam, we hired an outfitter from Boulder City, NV to…
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The Best Post-Paddle Protein Drink
Three months ago, I finally decided to join an outrigger team. It’s an ass kicking workout with 5 other people in a skinny boat powered by aloha spirit! Its as close to feeling like you are part of the ocean as surfing or SCUBA/free diving. The boat sits deep in the waves and every paddle…
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Warmth Is The New Cool
As I was doing some important water research, I noticed a common theme among all types of water sport…it is imperative to maintain your body heat before, during and after your sport. I am sure everyone reading this can remember a time when they were out enjoying themselves in the water until it came time to get…
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Paddling For 24 Straight Hours To Fight Cancer
Monster And Sea, A West Coast Clothing Company, Is Organizing A 24 Hour Relay-style Paddle This April To Benefit Families Who Have Been Effected By Cancer. By Troy Nebeker Over goes the hand, banging, searching for that sliver of a button called snooze. Genius design really. By the time you find it, you are beyond…
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You Know You’re a Wotterman When…
1. Your idea of a pedicure is removing the wax from your toenails. 2. Your wetsuit never really dries. 3. You never know what movies are coming out, but always know current ocean conditions...
