Viking Paddler
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« on: June 17, 2008, 11:09:17 AM » |
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Soooo does anyone have anything to say about who will finish where at ALCAN? Looks like a tough field of teams competing. Could make for a great final!  |
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BernMan
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« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2008, 11:16:18 AM » |
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is the grid out?
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Teamwork is so important that it is virtually impossible for the team to reach the heights of it's capabilities or achieve winning results without becoming very good at it. You must practice TEAMWORK as a team, not as individuals!
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rb
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« Reply #2 on: June 17, 2008, 11:35:21 AM » |
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Just by looking at the list of teams on the website this is my guess at the top 3 and then others after that
FCRCC Mixed A
Kai Ikaika Paddling Club
Gorging Dragons
FCRCC Mixed B
Sudden Impact Black
Masters of D'Zone
Edgewater Casino - Without Warning
Pemberton Bald Eagles
Laoyam Eagles
San Francisco Dragon Warriors1
Los Angeles Racing Dragons Black
Pacific Reach 2
Superslim Phat Phish Racing
Calgary Race Club
Xtreme Reach
Eye of the Dragon
Bay Area Dragons
Legacy
It's tough to know how well the out of town teams will do, there's always some surprises.
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Secret Weapon
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« Reply #3 on: June 17, 2008, 12:12:03 PM » |
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A Final
1. FCRCC A - clear winner
2. Gorging - clear 2nd place
3-5. Dogfight between, Pemberton, Portland (Kai), FCRCC B
6-7. Sudden Impact/San Fran
8. Edgewater Casino (bring down that rate and pull!)
8. Calgary Race Club
9. Layoam
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Kripple
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« Reply #4 on: June 17, 2008, 01:27:13 PM » |
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"Who will reign supreme?" is not the question to ask. Not even IF. But how much will it rain. Environment Canada says: Saturday: Periods of rain. Low 14. High 17. Hope Sunday's better!   |
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BernMan
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« Reply #5 on: June 17, 2008, 02:04:04 PM » |
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"Who will reign supreme?" is not the question to ask. Not even IF. But how much will it rain. Environment Canada says: Saturday: Periods of rain. Low 14. High 17. Hope Sunday's better! The Weather Network says: http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/CABC0308So maybe the Sunday will be the best out of the 2 days. One can only hope! But my question is when did the topic of weather come into this thread? |
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Teamwork is so important that it is virtually impossible for the team to reach the heights of it's capabilities or achieve winning results without becoming very good at it. You must practice TEAMWORK as a team, not as individuals!
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Kai Paddler
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« Reply #6 on: June 17, 2008, 02:10:30 PM » |
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Watch out for Mauna Hale. If I'm right this is Mountain Home in ninja mode. This team should be strong as well and I would put them in the top 5.
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Secret Weapon
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« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2008, 02:54:46 PM » |
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Okay, now that throws a wrench into my predictions. Very interesting indeed...
A Final
1. FCRCC A - clear winner
2. Gorging - clear 2nd place
3-5. Dogfight between,Portland (Kai), FCRCC B, Muana Hale
6. San Fran
7. Pemberton (higher if Hugh catches a good wave)
8. Sudden Impact
9. Calgary or Edgewater Casino (bring down that rate and pull!)
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Kai Paddler
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« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2008, 03:17:46 PM » |
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I saw that Gorgin came close to FCRCC in a race within the last couple of months. Did FCRCC have their best team on the water? I know that Gorgin has up'ed their game because their upcoming races but I thought that they lost a couple of key people and a coach for this year?
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vicpaddler
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« Reply #9 on: June 17, 2008, 03:32:02 PM » |
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They lost a few strong paddlers but have picked up a few strong new comers who have picked up the slack. They also have a new coach who has totally changed their stroke. In my opinion they look quite a bit faster. Not sure what level of boat False Creek had at the Regatta but I know up to that point Gorging hadn't been in a dragonboat much. Should be an interesting weekend.
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Secret Weapon
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« Reply #10 on: June 17, 2008, 03:41:33 PM » |
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Interesting again, " Not sure what level of boat False Creek had at the Regatta but I know up to that point Gorging hadn't been in a dragonboat much." Check out this link posted this March on Youtube:
Team members talk of paddling 12 times a week, including before and afterwork. I think that's more than your average paddler. |
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Kai Paddler
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« Reply #11 on: June 17, 2008, 03:59:45 PM » |
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I saw that clip and it was impressive if they are paddling 10 to 12 times per week, plus getting on a single oc-1 and in the gym. My initial thought was overtraining. Hopefully, they will still peak at the world competition. I know that I'm from the states but I always want the west coast (North America) to win on the international stage whenever possible.
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Rob
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« Reply #12 on: June 17, 2008, 04:07:43 PM » |
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I know that The Gorging Dragons are training hard, and I predict a close race with False Creek.
I wish them all the best, when they represent the west in The World Club Crew Championships!
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To be your best, you have to race the best.
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Kai Paddler
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« Reply #13 on: June 17, 2008, 04:16:52 PM » |
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Kai will do what we can to push any and all teams ... this makes us all better!!
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vicpaddler
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« Reply #14 on: June 17, 2008, 04:21:38 PM » |
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When that clip was filmed the majority of their training was in the OC-6 and OC-1. From what I've seen at the club they are in the dragonboat alot more now. Either way it should be a great final between some very strong teams. Now if only we could get some sunshine...... |
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