Wottermen Chronicles
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Hypothermia: A Cold And Warm Water Hazard
In this post, we will explain the definition of Hypothermia and how to stop it from ruining your watery experience. If you just want to get right to the point, go get yourself a Surf-fur Waterparka and make sure you wear it before and after immersion in water (any water below 75 degrees can cause Hypothermia)…
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The Making of a Pair of Pants
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Top 5 Tips on How to Stay Warm After a Cold Water Swim
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White Seabass Tacos
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Lobster Bisque by Hawaiian Spearfisherman/Freediver Kim Werner
Growing up on a farm in Maui with her freediving father taught Kim Werner how to live a sustainable lifestyle. The family lived in small house where she following her dad out to the ocean while he hunted daily. Fast forward many years and she became a trained chef which brought her back to her family’s…
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Surfer’s Ear – Wear Earplugs All Year Long!
Now that we got your attention with this gross photo, read the article about Surfer’s Ear by our guest blogger, Dr. David Baglow. However, don’t be fooled by the title. Surfer’s Ear should be called Watermen’s Ear because even divers and swimmers can get it! Anyone who’s ears are exposed to cold water consistently and over…
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The Best Post-Paddle Protein Drink
Three months ago, I finally decided to join an outrigger team. It’s an ass kicking workout with 5 other people in a skinny boat powered by aloha spirit! Its as close to feeling like you are part of the ocean as surfing or SCUBA/free diving. The boat sits deep in the waves and every paddle…
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Warmth Is The New Cool
As I was doing some important water research, I noticed a common theme among all types of water sport…it is imperative to maintain your body heat before, during and after your sport. I am sure everyone reading this can remember a time when they were out enjoying themselves in the water until it came time to get…
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Water + Cold + Surf-fur = Happiness….The Surf-fur Story
I am not sure how many times I have told the story of our salty beginnings, but it goes something like this: My partner and I are water people. We both grew up near unsalted water. As soon as we were both old enough to pay our own rent, we both moved closer to…
