So, got back out in the boat yesterday for the first time since breaking my foot a couple of weeks ago, and on the whole everything felt pretty good. 50km, some good surfing, a spot of sailing, and a swim........ This wasn't part of the training plan, or indeed any plan. 
I realised this is the first time I've ever swam from a sea boat. Turns out its just like swimming from every other boat, a real pain in the backside! I think I'll make that my first and last.
Learned lots of lessons about sol...
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So since launching the site, the response has been fantastic. Everybody has been so enthusiastic about the trip, it's made me even more excited about the journey.

I went out for a training paddle on Saturday evening, and had a really pleasant 20 mile cruise up and down the Torridge. Given that the boating was epic free something had to happen, and as I was walking back with the boat my leg gave way, (One of the effects my MS has on me) and I've managed to break a bone in my foot.

The good news...
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I've been really fortunate in that a lot of my work in the last couple of months has been kayaking based. This has meant that I haven't had to worry too much about going out and getting time in a boat.
 
What I have had to worry about is whether I'll fit in a boat.... a little too much weight has meant a slightly more CV based training programme to try and shift some unwanted kilos before the trip. I hate jogging, but it's better than not eating!

I've managed to fit in a couple of longer trips s...
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