11.03.2024

Today was a very different type of paddle for me. I typically go out early in the morning, let the trip wake me up and start my day with a clear mind. Today I paddled angry, and also left in the afternoon. It was much needed. I paddled hard and let the ocean absorb my anger and frustration. On my return back to home, I was spent... the last 3/4 of the trip turned out to be relaxing...the seas also calmed and got to paddle back to shore close to sunset. I can't help but think about this quote:

"No matter how hard I stabbed the ocean, with that blade, it would yield, it would accept all my energy and it just sucked it out of me." - Tom Verrerl

Total Distance: 5.59 miles
Duration: 01:22.12
Average Speed: 4.1 mph
Max Speed: 5.4 mph

11.09.2024

Paddled Yokohama for the first time since returning to Japan. Took a slightly different route from the first time as I paddled down the bay side of North Dock and also explored more of the canals past the Yokohama Train Station. Going to have to return for a few more trips in Yokohama in the near future.

Total Distance: 13.17 miles
Duration: 03:22.13
Average Speed: 3.9 mph
Max Speed: N/A mph

11.22.2024

USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73) returned to Japan and I welcomed her back via kayak. I almost missed her as I was paddling around waiting and didn't see her in the distance steaming in. I had to paddle hard to get to a good spot in time.

Total Distance: 9.80 miles
Duration: 02:36.00
Average Speed: 3.8 mph
Max Speed: 6.7 mph