James Read

Athlete

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James has been our top ranked slalom paddler for a number of years. He paddles Division 2 Men’s K1 and at the end of 2021 was ranked 42nd, and Division 3 Men’s C1.

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As well as Slalom James was also our top ranked Wild Water Racing paddler in 2018/19 (the las full season, with a UK ranking of 44th.

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He has also been know to race marathon and is ranked in Division 7 and is a qualified teacher who does occasionally help out.

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James also sails and has taken part in the Fastnet Race amongst others.

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James at the Nene

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