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Sean Milano Wellesley, MA Sean Milano
Surfski(s) currently paddle:

Mako XT, Futura II
Paddles you use:

Brasca VII Wing
Epic Mid Wing
How long have you been paddling?

6 years, the last 2 on Surfskis
Primary Paddling Location:

Bostons Harbor; Cape Cod Bay; Nantucket Sound and the Charles River
Favorite Surfski Race, Why?

Connecticut Lighthouse Race. (L2L)for its scenic course, paddling with friends and great post race raw bar!

Main Training Partner if any:

Rob Flanagan & Timmy Shields

Racing Accomplishments

2009 Blackburn Challenge
2007 NY Mayor's Cup kayak tandem - 3:59 finish
2008 Run of the Charles Masters Tour K-1 - 3d place
2006 Run of the Charles Masters Solo Sea Kayak - 3d place
2007 Blackburn Challenge - finished

Other Significant Athletic Accomplishments:

2008 Pan-Mass Challenge
2008 CRASH-B time of 6:58
Plymouth to P-town Century Ride

What you like about surfskis, surfski racing, paddling:

I enjoy the connection with the water that a Surfski provides; the challenge of testing myself and improving my performance through racing and the opportunity to experience quiet moments to appreciate the natural world through paddling.