Inspire Me Now: Stephen Marlow
Stephen returned to kayaking on his 50th birthday — and sparked a journey for himself and his son Toby. Now part of the Winter Roster, he's embracing challenge, connection, and the beauty of the freestyle world.
🌟 Inspire Me Now: Stephen Marlow - Written by Stephen Marlow
I met Jacko on my 50th birthday — it marked my return to kayaking and the beginning of my son Toby’s freestyle journey. We paddled Boulters Weir that day — a full-on icy January morning — and it was the biggest water I’d ever faced.
Now it’s my time on the Winter Roster, developing skills and paddling the Thames weirs, with unforgettable camps at the beautiful Plattling in Germany.
For me, kayaking is the best: tinkering with gear, travelling to beautiful locations, challenging yourself, learning new things, seeing from different perspectives, developing skills, meeting incredible people, forming lifelong friendships… it takes you all over the world and keeps you fit and sane.
Favourite Moments:
Roping in and dropping into Marsh Weir on the Thames.
Lining up at Crystal Palace with the mighty St Albans — the atmosphere and crowds were electric.
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