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When the universe conspires, the true seeker listens. As whispers of a robust Northerly swell merged with promises of an offshore wind in Creswell, my heart knew — it was time to chase the forecast. The Spot There's an unparalleled...
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After a seemingly endless swell famine the Loco boys were frothing when MSW indicated there might be a useable bump in the post. It was decided that Saltburn would make a nice change from Northumberland so a plan was hatched...
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Steve Thorp is now a fully-fledged Loco rider and he’s looking forward to getting some quality SUP time over the coming months. Thorpy on a smaller day – pic Richard White As the owner of K4 Fins (now supplied as standard with...
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K4 fins is owned and run by intrepid vagabond wave warrior Steve Thorp. Hailing from the middle of England (Leicestershire) you’d be forgiven for thinking that the chap got hardly any water time – and yet you’d be mistaken. Thorpy clocks...
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Heading off on your stand up paddle boarding holidays; it would be easy to forget those essentials as you make a mad dash for the airport. Boardies – check, Loco SUP – check and Loco t-shirt and hoody for those...
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