Alex Nicks may be one of the best kayakers you never heard of. His self-induced kayak affliction has taken him around the globe finding some of the best whitewater on the planet. In this episode he shares some of those unique experiences ranging from his time on the Zambezi river during a transformative time in kayak history, to exploring the arid mountains in the Middle East.
0:00 Introduction
5:30 Sandals vs. flip flops
9:40 Contracting the kayaking disease
12:10 Zambezi days
23:30 I tried
24:10 Murchison Falls
31:46 Iran
41:55 Mekong River
46:00 Reflections
Today's episode's sponsors:
4Corners Riversports
4Corners Riversports is located in Durango, Colorado. They are a full service paddlesports retail and rental store! If you are looking to get on the water, look no further than 4Corners Riversports. Call them at 970-259-3893 or visit their website www.riversports.com
Taylor Barker with The Group Real Estate Steamboat.
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