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Paddling The Blue Podcast

John Chase interviews inspiring paddlers from the US and across the globe doing great things from the seat of a kayak. If you want to learn about sea kayaking destinations, trips, and personalities from the world of paddle sports, we have you covered!

Last week, Dale “Greybeard” Sanders reclaimed his record as the oldest person to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail at age 91. For the second time. I spoke to Dale and two of his paddling companions, Dan Faust and Matt Briggs, in 2023 after Dale regained his crown, also for the second time, as the oldest to paddle the Mississippi River source to sea at age 87.

In honor of Dale’s thru-hike and his incredible perseverance, I am pleased to replay my interview with Dale, Dan, and Matt about their 87 day journey down the Mississippi River for Dale’s most recent record-setting run, at age 87. The episode covers their motivations, trip logistics, River Angels support, the challenges of low water, heat, and barge traffic, and behind-the-scenes footage captured by a film crew.

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#173 – Graybeard Returns: Setting records on land and water at age 91 with Dale Sanders encore

September 7, 2026

John Chase

#172 – Three Peaks, One Paddle: Emma Reasbeck’s Coastal Challenge with a Purpose by Kayak and Foot

August 24, 2026

John Chase

#171 – 36 years of record breaking kayaking around Ireland with Mick O’Meara encore

August 10, 2026

John Chase

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