Wed, 29 October 2014
It's time for the Green Race! On this episode, I sit down with multiple Green Race champion Tommy Hilleke to discuss the logistics and strategy for setting safety at the Green Race, especially at signature rapids Gorilla and Go Left. |
Wed, 18 September 2013
Downriver racer Geoff Calhoun joins me to talk about all things Gauley - the river, the rapids, the Festival, the experience. We break down the big rapids and talk about the lines from a racer's perspective. Plus, a helpful hint or two to make the best out of your Gauley Festival experience.... Thanks for listening! |
Wed, 23 May 2012
A collection of the best (and worst) swims of In Between Swims. Featuring stories from seasoned pro's and amateur alike, I look back at epic tales from Emily Jackson, Steve Fisher, Tao Berman, Woody Calloway and many more. |
Tue, 31 January 2012
In Between Swims presents the audio version of late, African river pioneer Hendri Coetzee's blog, 'The Great White Explorer' with host, Jeff McIntyre.
"The days of the great explorers who walked onto blank continents and sailed into unending oceans are gone for good. People like me are wanabes, lucky that there are some places that have not had their mysteries trampled by previous generations feet. The Murchison section of the Nile is one such place...."
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Fri, 4 November 2011
There's a difference between running the river and racing the river. Experienced Green racer Jason Beakes joins the show to talk about how to race the Green River, what makes it difficult, and takes us through the strategy for each rapid. |
Thu, 15 September 2011
Join Liquid Logic's Woody Calloway, EJ from Jackson Kayaks, Snowy Robertson from Dagger Kayaks, Zoar Outdoor's Bruce Lessels and a gathering of instructors and paddlers at an open discussion on the on the past, present and future of boat design from the Whitewater Symposium at the Nantahala Outdoor Center. |
Fri, 26 August 2011
Finishing up the 2011 Outdoor Retailer coverage with a conversation with Imagine Surf designer and paddler Corran Addison. |
Thu, 25 August 2011
Kokatat's Matt Porter talks about new base layers and Kokatat's new limited edition drysuit and pfd. |
Wed, 24 August 2011
Following our recent episode with Steve Horvath of Core Paddles, we catch up at Outdoor Retailer about Core's experience reaching out to retailers and what it's like to be a "new" company at the show. |
Mon, 22 August 2011
Liquid Logic designer Shane Benedict talks about the latest Logic boats - the Stomper and the Freeride - and how the design idea originated. |
Sat, 20 August 2011
Riot owner Marc Pelland talks about introducing customized carbon playboats into the Riot line of boats. |
Fri, 19 August 2011
Checking in with the low-profile Contour headcams and hands-free cams for paddlers. |
Thu, 18 August 2011
A new entry into the whitewater market, Sperry Top-sider talks about their interest in the paddling community and introduces their river shoe collection. |
Wed, 17 August 2011
John Weld from Immersion Research joins to talk about the newest in IR dry gear and industry trends.... |
Tue, 16 August 2011
C4 Waterman CEO/stand up paddler/surfer Todd Bradley discusses stand up paddling, rivers, and the future of SUP. |
Mon, 15 August 2011
Dagger designer Snowy talks about the improvements and updates given to this year's Dagger Mamba. |
Sun, 14 August 2011
Jackson Kayak's Dane Jackson catches us up on the new Fun Runner and Zen kayaks - and talks about his successful year at the Whitewater Grand Prix and World Freestyle Championships. |
Fri, 12 August 2011
Talking pfd's with Astral Buoyancy's Philip Curry and Yonton Mehler at Outdoor Retailer. |
Thu, 11 August 2011
Coverage of the 2011 Outdoor Retailer Trade Show with Pyranha's Robert Peerson. |
Tue, 21 June 2011
Core Paddles Designer Steve Horvath stops by to talk about the basics of paddle design, the start-up of his new company, and the challenges of innovation in the current environment. |
Thu, 19 May 2011
On this episode of In Between Swims, we look at three paddlers with a vision for paddling that goes beyond the next horizon line. Anson Fogel discusses the production and success of his award winning film "Wildwater, A Love Story." We continue the conversation with Doug Ammons - focusing on the promise and problem of river ratings. And, we check in with Jessie Stone with the latest on her work in Uganda with Soft Power Health and in New York City with the Inner City Kids Kayak Camps. Thanks for listening! |
Wed, 4 May 2011
Patrick Camblin joins In Between Swims to talk about the gathering of the world's top boaters for the inaugural Whitewater Grand Prix! |
Fri, 25 February 2011
With multiple first descents worldwide and several books on whitewater and rivers – Doug Ammons recently landed on Outside magazine’s list of the '10 Greatest Adventurers Since 1900.' Doug’s profile in the outdoor community rose again recently with his participation in Forge Motion Pictures award winning film ‘Wildwater, A Love Story.’ I sit down with Doug to talk about the Stikine, the North Fork of the Payette, the 'Wildwater film', and even a recent swim. Doug also takes a few questions submitted by In Between Swims listeners. Thanks for listening! |
Mon, 14 February 2011
Ruth Gordon, Rick Thompson, and Heather Herbeck join for a special Valentines's Day episode of In Between Swims to talk about finding big drops and big love on the river. Thanks for listening!
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Sat, 12 February 2011
Hendri Coetzee Part 1: The Story In the upcoming March edition of Outside Magazine, Senior Editor Grayson Schaffer examines the life of African explorer Hendri Coetzee, who passed away in a tragic river incident in late 2010. I speak with Grayson about Coetzee's life, his drive, and his unique perspective. Thanks for listening!
(Part 2 will be posted in a few weeks) |
Thu, 28 October 2010
Considered by many to be the greatest whitewater canoe slalom racer, five-time World Champion and Olympian Jon Lugbill delivers the keynote address at the International Whitewater Hall of Fame ceremony and National Slalom Championships. Thanks for listening! |
Wed, 22 September 2010
On this episode of In Between Swims, Heather Herbeck catches up with River Angel of the Month Lori Turbes. Wes Bradley talks about staging grassroots freestyle events as part of the Hometown Throwdown series, and David Weber and I do our annual post Outdoor Retailer trend review. Be sure to join the show on Facebook at facebook.com/inbetweenswims. Thanks for listening! |