but it's great to jump to the shore and know you are ...
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I am constantly falling off my board in class 3 and with the leash and pack on my back, I never have any difficulty reeling the board back in. Before I had to swim up to a mile to catch up with my board..,.Have never used the quick release while in the river, but it's great to jump to the shore and know you are dragging your boat up with you...Make sure to Velcro your leash tightly around the board rod THREE times!
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I got this for Christmas and was finally able to get out on the water this past weekend. I am so happy with this board! It isn't the fastest one out there (also might have something to do with the older paddle, I got it back in 2017) but it is easy to maneuver. I was surprised by how light it was and that I could easily pick it up by the middle handle and carry it out of the water all with one hand. The cords and 3 handles are amazing to have and I'm really glad I went with those options. The cords came in use when I wanted to take water and a small cooler to the middle of the lake so I didn't have to come back in for lunch.

The only negative thing I have to say about this board is that it can take a while to inflate but that is true of any inflatable. If you don't want an arm workout before you go paddle I suggest finding an electric pump.

This is a great beginner board and I am impressed with the construction and ease of getting it water ready.
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Know the feeling when you jump into a cool lake on a hot summer's day? That's the feeling I get when I step onto this mat. It is a life saver for my feet and back in the kitchen. Very very comfortable and easy to clean. I wish I had this in my classroom at school. I'd be a very happy teacher without feet problems.
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I live in New England just a few miles from the coast and only blocks from a river where Captain Kidd is said to have buried treasure (too bad he didn't say where), so reading about pirates has been a hobby since I was a kid. This book is a great account of the pirates of the New England coast, so it's perfectly aimed at me. The writings a tad stodgy at times but it's not a difficult or boring read by any means. In fact, every time I pick it up to read a few pages, I end up reading several times that. You will learn a great deal about the history of pirates, of New England and of sea commerce and there's lots and lots of adventure along the way.

I think any New Englander will get a great kick of of this book and I have to say, for the price I paid used, it was a great find (and even new these Dover books are quite a bargain--and the quality of the printing is just fine). I'm not sure kids or teens would get much out of it, but anyone that's of a certain age will just love it. Great, fun read.
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Whether you pick up this book and open to a random page or dedicate a month or more of your life to increasing self appreciation, you won't be sorry you started this adventure.
While I would have preferred reading this in a print format, so I could doodle along with the artist's brilliant sketches, the ecopy I received from Netgalley for review purposes was very inspiring. It was a joy to read and I know I will revisit this book from time to time.

The ideas are simple to implement. Some seem silly, others are heart touching and all will inspire you be kinder to others as well as to yourself. Following through on any activity will bring a smile to your face.

Have fun with it!
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GREAT. I could hear the wind and smell the sea. Well done.
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Took this to the beach with me in early November and loved getting a jump start on my holiday spirit.  It was also the perfect, easy read for me and just what I was looking for to get away from it all while on vacation.
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I read a lot of on-line reviews and I'm glad I chose this SUP in the end. When it comes to price, performance and convenience, it's a hard product to beat.

I have had this SUP for two months and have already logged over 100 miles on the water. I live on the intracoastal waterway in south Florida and I go out 3-4 times a week, usually at sunset. My trips average 5-6 miles. I find it so relaxing that I am getting up earlier and earlier to ensure that I have time before sunset for a quite trip. Last Saturday, I went out before sunrise and logged 11 miles in 3 hours.

As to stability, on the first couple of trips I would crouch down each time a boat wake came my way. Now, the wakes, wind and currents do not phase me at all. I am amazed at how stable the board is. Once your body learns to react instinctively to the movements of the board, it is nearly impossible to fall off. I have learned that you can get a great core workout by going out when it is particularly windy and choppy. You won't get very far very fast, but you'll work up a sweat in a hurry. My upper arms and chest are really firming up. For me, this is much more fun than hanging out in a gym.
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Sometimes you just need a great escape book - take it to the beach or to the mountains - you'll feel good while you're reading and feel really good when you're done.  I'll be trying the rest of the books in this series.
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A clear picture of the western shoreline of Ireland, the people and familiar names make you feel you are there. Makes you want to fix a spot of tea and listen to some Irish folk music and pretend you feel the wind in your hair.
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Having lived in a beachside community most of my life, I fully understand the pleasure of strolling the beach and exploring all of the "treasures" that are washed up by the tides. But this book adds a whole new level of enjoyment to the wonderful pastime of beachcombing.

What makes Florida's Living Beaches so unique? With 985 color images, 431 maps and descriptive accounts of 822 items, the book is a well-researched guide that belongs in the reference department of every library.

But as soon as you open the book and start thumbing through the beautiful color photos, you will realize that the book is far too personal to lay idle with the other stodgy old tomes on the reference shelves. This book was written by two naturalists who are truly in love with the sea.

If you have ever gone to the beach and sat in a lawn chair, lain on a blanket, or taken a walk, you have probably encountered at least a few items that caught your eye and peaked your curiosity. Whatever that mystery was, this book can help you identify it.

Don't go to the beach without out!!
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Maybe its because I've been sailing around several of the islands Ann tells tales of or maybe because her attention to detail is so exquisite but when you're reading the book, you can close your eyes and feel the warm salty breeze - ok, not really, but you get the point. Ann's journey from home port all the way down the westerlys is an amazing true tale with epic adventures that make you want to put in your two weeks notice and weigh anchor tomorrow.

The first thing I did when I finished the book was close it, take a deep breathe and start again on page 1. An Embarrassment of Mangoes will capture your imagination and take you on a wild sailing adventure!
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There is nothing better than an adventure at the Jersey shore.  A fun way to get children to think about friendship and loyalty.
The photographs brought back some of my best memories.
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love my little new wave swim buoy!
 I like to swim across my lake but I never used to go very far fearing i would get a foot cramp or somthing and drown. Having this makes me feel safe and comfortable swimming across the whole pond now!
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Makes me want to visit Nantucket and go enjoy a lovely dinner there. A quick and easy summer beach now that will not disappoint
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LOVE MY SALT WATERS - I am 54 - but in these fun shoes I feel like I'm 10! : ) : )
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Great Story.  I love Folly Beach and the story makes you feel like you are right there.