I really like going to the international competitions just to see what the next level is; what I need to aim for; and what I need to work on next.
I really like going to the international competitions just to see what the next level is; what I need to aim for; and what I need to work on next.
What do you have to do in return with regards to exposure? Post up some pics, hashtag a few things, possibly go to a demo day or two and go to as many comps as I can.
What advice would you give to aspiring paddlers looking for sponsorship opportunities? Email anyone and everyone you can! Link some radical pics, or vid clips, then hope for a response.
Any team rider trips in the pipeline for 2018? Not that I’ m aware of no.
We spotted you’ ve been surfing sans paddle a few times. How’ s this been for you? Prefer it or just a different way to slide? I really enjoy it! Good to mix it up a bit, keeps everything fresh. Usually only used in windy conditions when a SUP is just no good.
Any plans to get involved in other watersports, if so, what? I suppose windsurfing is on the cards, but that’ s mainly when I get bullied out by dad, haha! I think I do need to get on it though.
Thanks and praise? Obviously a big thanks to RRD for taking me on this year and sorting me out with some quality kit. Of course a big thanks to Steve Thorp from K4 Fins for the continued support over the years. Then a thanks to Funsport Rhosneigr for keeping me warm through the winter with suits and general kit. I suppose the old man( Steve Laddiman) deserves a thanks as well for the slack work hours and occasional snap he takes.
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