We went to the Edmonton Dragon Boat races today. It was pretty neat and I am thinking of entering a team in next year. Need 20 people pay the entry fee. I think you get at least 3 races. They supply the boat and lessons (which are extra of course). Everyone paddles against the current.

The best times are just over two minutes and some of the slower ones are about 3 1/2. It looked like a blast.

[Bob Harris]

Dave, those are some fun shots, especially since I don't have to do the rowing. It does look like that is a blast though, strictly a summer outing. and I bet quite competitive. Bob

[daacon]

Dave, those are some fun shots, especially since I don't have to do the rowing. It does look like that is a blast though, strictly a summer outing. and I bet quite competitive. Bob

Thanks Bob you and me both ! I was talking to a few competitors after they raced. My first question is why is the finish line upstream . They also mentioned on the lanes (lane 3 towards the bank) was at a bit of a dissadvantage as the current was stronger. It was quite competitive some teams were there to win for sure , others were just enjoying the avtivites and the day. I am really considering getting a team in for next year.

[cupic]

Looks like too much exercising,i would have optioned to the bar to get a better vantage point TfS Dave

cheers

[daacon]

Looks like too much exercising,i would have optioned to the bar to get a better vantage point TfS Dave
cheers

Thanks Ivan it was although I think I can do it ! My wife often tells me I do my best work between 2 1/2 and 3 1/2 minutes

[cardinal43]

My wife often tells me I do my best work between 2 1/2 and 3 1/2 minutes

Then I guess it's true that we get better with age.

[Jimbo]

Cool shots Dave. Great to see you back shooting again and preparing for our trip!! Cheers JIM

[daacon]

Then I guess it's true that we get better with age.

haha indeed like a fine wine just gotta watch out that we don't turn into vinegar

Cool shots Dave. Great to see you back shooting again and preparing for our trip!! Cheers JIM

Thanks Jim - yep just getting use to the camera - game on in about 4 weeks.

[Sailor]

Now, a Dragon Boat is something I've never come (or sail) across. Colorful and interesting.

Jer

[daacon]

Now, a Dragon Boat is something I've never come (or sail) across. Colorful and interesting.
Jer

Thanks Jer yep have not seen them anywhere but here either.

[normhead]

Nice shots, you see them training near the western beaches in Toronto inside the break-wall, from time to time. Great perspective.

Dave, those are some fun shots, especially since I don't have to do the rowing

Bottom picture, fourth person back on the right... guy, I could have sworn that was you Bob, come on, don't be so shy.

[daacon]

Nice shots, you see them training near the western beaches in Toronto inside the break-wall, from time to time. Great perspective.

Bottom picture, fourth person back on the right... guy, I could have sworn that was you Bob, come on, don't be so shy.

Thanks Norn and I thibk you are right ! Bob must of hoped a flight here for weekend and he did not even call me