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Dabbling In Paddleism Podcast

Chris Thomas
Yukon 1000
Alabama 650
Yukon River Quest
MR340
Everglades Challenge
Paddling Community
Yukon River
Suwannee 230
Last Paddler Standing
Sleep Deprivation
Sleep Deprivation In Endurance Sports
Recpak
Loire 725
Race Owl
Salli O'donnell
The Eliminator UK
Deed Ziegler
Endurance Racing
Sleep Banking
Carbohydrate Fueling

The Dabbling In Paddleism Podcast is an exploration of all things endurance, adventure, and ultramarathon paddling experienced through storytelling and the celebration of athletes. We'll cover everything from mental & physical training, recovery, strategy, gear, nutrition, hydration, photo-/videography, all the way through to coming out on the other end of any paddling adventure a better version o... more

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In this episode, Chris Thomas sits down with Mike Carson, ultramarathon runner and stand up paddle boarder out of Michigan, currently hailing from Alabama. In the past year Mike completed the Vol State 300 mile journey run, made it to the super lap i... more

In this episode, Chris Thomas sits down with Rod Price, legendary ultramarathon paddler originally from South Carolina and now hailing just outside Orlando, Florida. Rod is a highly decorated ultramarathon paddler and is just coming off his 11th star... more

In this episode, Chris Thomas sits down with Jeff Kay out of California, ultramarathon paddler and co-founder/race director of the California River Quest. We cover so much in this episode from getting into paddling by invitation, the transition from ... more

In this episode, Chris Thomas sits down with John Astbury & Rich Winstanley, two paddlers out of the U.K. that battled significant adversity in the 2024 Yukon 1000 but refused to give up. We cover so much in this episode from the sprinting world of p... more

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John Astbury
Paddler from the UK, Yukon 1000 competitor
Team Wingin' It
Episode: E40: John Astbury & Rich Winstanley (Team Wingin' It) Grit Out the Yukon 1000
Rich Winstanley
Paddler from the UK, Yukon 1000 competitor
Team Wingin' It
Episode: E40: John Astbury & Rich Winstanley (Team Wingin' It) Grit Out the Yukon 1000
Lillian Nelson
Canoeist, dog-musher and adventurer from Alaska
Episode: E39: Lead Dawgs - Lil Nelson & Izzy Nicolier's Account of the AL650 & Yukon 1000
Izzy Nicolier
Canoeist, dog-musher and adventurer from Alaska
Episode: E39: Lead Dawgs - Lil Nelson & Izzy Nicolier's Account of the AL650 & Yukon 1000
Jeremy Stanton
up and coming stand up paddleboarder from Ozark, Missouri
Ozark, Missouri
Episode: E38: Jeremy Stanton - Finding the Deep Dark Hole at Last Paddler Standing
Brad Friesen
Stand up paddleboarder, adventurer and race director
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Episode: E37: Brad Friesen - The Assist at Last Paddler Standing 2025
Paul Cox
Decorated ultra marathon paddler from Georgia
self‑sponsored / paddling community
Episode: E36: Paul Cox & West Hansen - 1st place canoe, 2nd overall 2025 Yukon 1000
West Hansen
Ultra marathon paddler from Texas
self‑sponsored / paddling community
Episode: E36: Paul Cox & West Hansen - 1st place canoe, 2nd overall 2025 Yukon 1000
Greg Wingo
Race Director of The Great Alabama 650, Last Paddler Standing, The Eliminator; founder of Roam Projects
Roam Projects
Episode: E35: Greg Wingo's 2025 Race Recap

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Chris Thomas
Host with extensive involvement in endurance paddling storytelling and race coverage.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • This will make you want to dabble in paddleism

    As someone who kayaked for the first time a few months ago, this podcast makes me want to do it all! Very inspiring podcast & I love hearing all the stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Celinebeast
    United Statesa month ago
  • Paddle Racing From All Angles

    Chris has done a good job jumping into everything that goes into paddling and paddle racing. He covers everything from ground crews, actual racing/races, sleep strategy, training, boat construction, nutrition and on. Chris also ask great questions and guides the episodes smoothly. He currently also is the most consistent at releasing new episodes with an array of guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swestern15
    United States8 months ago
  • Motivating Listen

    This is a great avenue to learn more about paddling and the world of ultra endurance sports. Chris is a podcast natural!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rtwise01
    United Statesa year ago

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Engaging storytelling with a strong community focus.
Host asks thoughtful, well-structured questions.
Content is highly actionable for endurance paddlers and event organizers.
Solid guest lineup and consistent episode cadence.
Great depth on paddling topics and race strategy.

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Ep. #21: Glenn Nolan & Maureen Hatherley - Back-to-Back YRQ & Yukon 1000
Q: How did cancer treatment impact your preparation and mindset, and how did you stay motivated?
Glenn describes the struggle and weight loss from treatment, but Maureen's support and a concrete goal to race the Yukon 1000 provided a compelling target that helped sustain training and recovery.
Ep. #21: Glenn Nolan & Maureen Hatherley - Back-to-Back YRQ & Yukon 1000
Q: How did your approach change between the Quest and the 1000, and what learnings did you apply?
They learned to optimize gear organization, choose a more comfortable canoe for the longer distance, and implement better pre-race recovery and sleep strategies, applying lessons from one race to improve performance in the next.
Ep. #21: Glenn Nolan & Maureen Hatherley - Back-to-Back YRQ & Yukon 1000
Q: What drew you to the Yukon River Quest and the Yukon 1000, and how did you decide to tackle them back-to-back?
They speak to a shared passion for wilderness travel and the challenge of endurance paddling, with a belief that a strong team and long-term goals would make it feasible to race Yukon River Quest first and then the Yukon 1000, aided by supportive mentors and the belief that taking time to train and recover would pay off.
Ep. #14: Ryan Gillikin - 1st place 2024 female solo AL650 finisher!
Q: What advice would you give to new paddlers, especially women, looking to start ultramarathon events?
Gillikin encourages signing up despite feeling unready, leveraging community resources, starting with shorter races, and gradually building confidence while absorbing lessons from more experienced paddlers.
Ep. #14: Ryan Gillikin - 1st place 2024 female solo AL650 finisher!
Q: What role did coaching play in your training for 2024?
Having a coach provided technical feedback, accountability, and a structured weekly plan, which allowed for focused drills and improved paddling technique beyond what self-guided training could achieve.

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The show centers on endurance paddling, ultramarathon expeditions, and the mindset, gear, and strategy that drive long-distance water adventures. Episodes feature racers, athletes, race directors, and gear innovators sharing race recaps, training regimes, sleep and nutrition strategies, and behind-the-scenes details from Yukon 1000, Alabama 650, Last Paddler Standing, MR340, and other ultra events. Listeners likely crave practical insights for multi-day paddling, crew dynamics, and community-building within a passionate outdoor sports culture, with a distinctive focus on camaraderie, resilience, and personal growth in extreme conditions. A noteworthy angle is the strong emphasis on crew support, safety tech, and cross-border paddling commun... more

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8. West Hansen

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