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« Reply #15 on: February 11, 2010, 04:29:49 PM » |
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Would have been nice if Eye of the Dragon was one of the teams. I don't suppose they're doing something similar for the Paralympics? That would seem appropriate. EOTD is probably one of the best known "paralympic" team that Vancouver has.
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LARDCore
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« Reply #16 on: February 11, 2010, 08:13:50 PM » |
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This is so F'ing cool. I'm so happy for Canada! I was hoping that maybe the escort boats would have been all of the finalists in last year's Alcan Comp A final? I know, I know, dream on you stinkin' American!  |
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Illuminate
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« Reply #17 on: February 11, 2010, 08:21:37 PM » |
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This is so F'ing cool. I'm so happy for Canada! I was hoping that maybe the escort boats would have been all of the finalists in last year's Alcan Comp A final? I know, I know, dream on you stinkin' American! If we were American we'd probably celebrate who's the best, but up here we celebrate the community Just kidding of course |
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« Reply #18 on: February 11, 2010, 09:20:53 PM » |
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This whole thing has been organized in haste and under the curtain of secrecy imposed by VANOC. Given those conditions, it's inevitable some people or groups will be missed. I can say that an honest effort was made to be as inclusive as possible. I don't know who all the people are in the various boats but I hope that Eye of the Dragon is represented in some way.
For LARDCore, we're letting Aaarnold carry the torch Friday morning so we Canadians feel we've met our quota for our southern neighbours.
Edit: Saw that Nash carried the torch this morning so forget about him. Gretzky is so obvious that it must be him?
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Special K
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« Reply #19 on: February 11, 2010, 09:40:09 PM » |
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I'm calling Wayne Gretzky as the final torch bearer, who's with me???
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blizzy
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« Reply #20 on: February 11, 2010, 09:43:11 PM » |
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I'm going to guess that too. How could W Gretzky NOT be a part of the relay but his father is?  |
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« Reply #21 on: February 11, 2010, 09:50:32 PM » |
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I'll have to agree, Wayne Gretzky will most likely be the last person to carry the torch before the cauldron is lit.
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magicpaddler
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« Reply #22 on: February 12, 2010, 08:18:38 AM » |
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LARDCore
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« Reply #24 on: February 12, 2010, 03:38:24 PM » |
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Fabulous!
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Lethal Weapon
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« Reply #25 on: February 13, 2010, 12:08:44 AM » |
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I was in the media boat that was following the Torch boats and supplying the live feed (apparantly I was visible for a few seconds here and there when my petite little head was in the way....  Check out my site for more pics of Kamini and Hugh's big adventure! www.lethalweaponphoto.comcheers Ben |
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« Reply #26 on: February 13, 2010, 12:11:39 AM » |
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I've typed up and deleted numerous comments right now, simply because I don't know what to say but I want to say something.
Well done.
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Waterbunny
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« Reply #27 on: February 13, 2010, 12:25:59 AM » |
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I was very disappointed with CTVs coverage of the dragonboats
I didn't see any of the other boats on the water
thanks for these pics and for the pics on facebook
I had no idea just how good you all looked together
Awesome job folks
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Rob
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« Reply #28 on: February 13, 2010, 09:48:24 AM » |
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I would just like to thank the organizers for doing such a wonderful job!
With the short time, everyone did great in making this event special to all who participated and watched. I would also extend my personal thanks for including me in this wonderful event. It was a thrill of a lifetime and something I will always cherish.
I am so happy our paddling community was represented and even if people weren't selected to be in the boats, your spirit was with us.
Cheers,
Rob
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Lethal Weapon
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« Reply #29 on: February 13, 2010, 03:52:12 PM » |
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I was lucky to get on the Media boat.
I was hoping to get more shots of the floatilla but the boat I was on was following the Torch (it was the boat with the live feed....).
I could only shoot the lead floatilla boats and wished I could have gotten more....)-:
Overall though it was a great idea and gesture and the people on the shore were cheering for all boats!
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