After months of waiting I finally got a chance to race the Speeder.  The event was the second annual Schroon River Scramble.  It’s a small local event that is held in Warrensburg, NY.  The course is a 3/4 mile sprint through some really fun class III.  In 2006 I got second place. 

This year was different we had a LeManz start where you have to run to your boat get in and go.  I got right out in front during the run to the boats and stayed there for the whole race.  I finished well ahead of next competitor.  I got to take home a sweet wood bear for a whole year

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The speeder is super fast, and still pretty maneuverable.  I can’t wait to get it on something a little more difficult. 

Posted by Matt Young

This entry was posted on Wednesday, May 9th, 2007 at 2:28 am and is filed under Paddler Lifestyle Articles.