Happy Birthday, Dad! Thank you for everything I ever needed and for being the best role model on earth. The … More
Month: March 2020
An update about Covid-19 and my DIY kayak ergometer, Care Bears, My Little Pony, Wiping Down Your Boat and more
Several people have contacted me from all over the world in the past few days so I thought I’d address … More
The COVID-5 Challenge: Add 5 lbs of muscle, not fat
I’m all in with Vinnie on this one. Sadly, I’ve already added some “bad” pounds in the past few weeks … More
Water filters
Just answered a question about water purifiers vs. water filters on Paddling.com that you might find helpful.
Covid-19 Paddling and Virtual Racing
I’ve thought about what is appropriate to blog about during this current pandemic. I don’t want to act like what … More
Why my YouTube handle is #RivannaHipSnap
Working out and training during the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic
I hit my neighborhood gym after work on Friday for a workout, but since then have decided to not venture … More
Water shoes for paddling
A fellow paddler noticed my water shoes in my last video and asked what they are via Instagram. So I … More
Kayak review of the Perception Swifty 9.5; Paddling for club member’s birthday; and another bottle of wine
I might actually have to start tasting these wines I find floating along the shoreline for real.
Massage gun
Sore muscles from kayaking? Sore muscles from working out in the gym? One of unexpected benefits of creating this blog … More
A little more about the responsible use of technology; Getting out and enjoying nature; A wine tasting /wine review of a bottle I found floating in the water; Cold water safety
Be an active participant in nature, ditch the technology and cell phone as often as possible and be a good … More
Vinnie Tortorich Podcast: Kayaking & Other Paddle Sports
Kayaking & Other Paddle Sports – Episode 1528 This podcast now makes me chuckle when I look at the first … More
Gym Etiquette, Cell Phones in the Gym
I’ve reached my breaking point with zombies staring at glowing rectangles in the gym (and just about everywhere else.) Get … More