Paddle for Life Race

The Paddle for Life Race took place last Saturday at Leo Ryan Park in Foster City and Paddle Past Cancer was there! Yeah!

We were lucky enough to not only have a full team but also a couple of alternates. Our first race was scheduled for 9:15 and took place shortly after. The water was smooth and silky, different from what we were used to in our practices at BIAC. The race went well and we finished with a time of 2:31 (I think).

After that, we were able to relax at the tent, watch the other racers and eat all of the wonderful food that people brought. What a buffet! We even invited the Foster City Fire Department team to come over for a meal. The day couldn't have been more beautiful.

We found out that we were racing in the Repercharge - why? I am not quite sure. I do know that at one point, I heard that there were 5 or 6 teams who had come in slower than Team Paddle Past Cancer. We geared up and headed to the prep area. Many of us switched out paddles for some that we thought might work better for us. We boarded and the race was on! At the end, we cut 12 seconds off of our first time, despite the wind having picked up and the water being choppier. The difference in the feel of the boat was amazing. In the first race, you could feel the rocking back and forth. In the second race, there was no rocking and the forward surge could definitely be felt.

After that race, we were done for the day but continued to enjoy the sunshine and good food. What a wonderful day!

On to Treasure Island!

Paddles UP!