Listen: Apple Podcasts — Spotify — Amazon Music — iHeartRadio Discover Elizabeth Ashe’s inspiring story of stepping out of her comfort zone and embracing the challenge of kayaking, culminating in her participation in the 2025 Red River Paddle Challenge. This episode highlights her journey from a novice paddler to completing a demanding race, emphasizing resilience, […]
EP 004 Honouring a Century of Paddling: Les Voyageurs Canoe Race and the Red River Paddle Challenge
Listen: Apple Podcasts — Spotify — Amazon Music — iHeartRadio Join us as we explore the rich history of paddling in Manitoba, focusing on the legendary Les Voyageurs Canoe Race and its upcoming 100th anniversary. Our guest, John Thompson, shares stories spanning multiple generations, the evolution of paddling gear, and the significance of this historic […]
EP 003 Paddling for a Purpose: Supporting Cancer Communities through the Never Alone Cancer Foundation
Join us in this episode as we explore the inspiring work of the Never Alone Cancer Foundation in Winnipeg, dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. Learn how community-driven events like dragon boating and creative fundraisers foster strength, hope, and connection among survivors and supporters alike.
EP 002 Keith Holm: From Unicycles to Paddleboards – Adventures Across Land and Water
In this episode, we explore the exhilarating world of paddleboarding, racing, and outdoor challenges with Keith Holmes, an avid paddler and outdoor enthusiast. Keith shares his journey from building his own paddleboard to competing in ultra-distance races and exploring winter adventures on fat bikes and unicycles.
EP 001 Sean Stoesz: From Whitewater to Ultra Races – How One Paddler Conquers Extreme Challenges
In this episode, Sean Stoesz shares his journey from whitewater kayaking to ultra-distance paddling, including record-breaking challenges on the Red River and experiences paddling with polar bears and navigating ice labyrinths. Tune in for inspiring stories, race insights, and practical advice for paddlers of all levels.
Red River PaddleCast Launches With First Two Episodes Now Streaming
The Red River Paddle Challenge is expanding its storytelling horizon with the official launch of Red River PaddleCast, a new podcast dedicated to the paddlers, partners, and community that make this event what it is. The first two episodes are now live and ready to stream. Hosted by race director and long‑time paddler Brad Friesen, […]
RRPC Race Training and Prep Clinic Series
Back by popular demand, RRPC veteran Samantha Page will be offering training clinics for the upcoming Red River Paddle Challenge and Red River 100! The clinics are aimed at those already signed up for the RRPC, those thinking about it, or those just interested in becoming more efficient on the water. Samantha has run these […]
New Fastest Known Paddle MB Record
Congratulations to Sean Stoesz for completing the Red River 200 route in Manitoba in 1 day, 4 hours and 48 minutes and setting a Fastest Known Paddle (FKP) for this route! The Red River 200 (RR200) is a 200 kilometer (~128 miles) long distance paddling challenge on the Red River beginning in Emerson, Manitoba (near […]
Ultra Long Distance Racing the Yukon, the Red River Challenge and more by Rise and Glide Podcast
Red River Paddle Challenge race director Brad Friesen chats all things paddling and of course the Red River Paddle Challenge on latest episode of the Rise and Glide podcast. Have a listen! From the show notes: Brad Friesen has completed some incredible feats and shares with us his journey into endurance paddling from river surfing […]
Red River Paddle Challenge/Red River 100 Info Session at Wilderness Supply
Are you interested in participating in long distance paddling races such as the Red River Paddle Challenge or the new Red River 100? Join RRPC race director and endurance paddler Brad Friesen for an evening info session on long distance paddling races. Whether you’re getting ready for a single day marathon like the Red River […]