Tales from the Cripps
Tales from the Cripps
6. Safety Third with Nick Wigston
Adventures are good, but misadventures make great stories. From rolling instructor to safety class architect to paddling partner, Nick Wigston has been a pillar of the local paddling community for years. Come hear how his approach to paddling was shaped by ignoring the advice of Tao Berman and charting his own path because we all know, you learn best by doing.
0:00 - 6:54 Introduction
6:55 - 21:30 Showing Tao how to run Rogers Creek
21:31 - 27:25 Reflections on misadventures and preparations
27:26 - 50:35 Minimalist camping on Bridge Creek
50:36 - 56:06 Concluding thoughts
Some relevant links from the show:
Rogers Creek in B.C.
Bridge Creek in California
Had you listened to my advice earlier and kept up with the latest news on paddlinglife.com you could have gotten your Tao Berman action doll before it was too late.
Check out some truly unique bicycles at Nick's shop: online or in Louisville, CO at Zinn Cycles.
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