Name: Barry Loughnane DOB: 2/3/1990 Hometown: Galway, Ireland Favorite place to paddle: The Seanafaurrachain, Ireland's steepest gem! Accomplishments: Irish Freestyle National Champion, Irish Whitewater Race League Champion, 3 x Galway Fest Champion, 3 x Clifden Rodeo Champion Playboat: Competition RockStar M Creakboat: Karma M Why Barry loves kayaking: I love kayaking because kayaking has opened up a new world to me. Traveling around the world with my kayak taking in some of the best rivers around the world all the while making friends for life. Long may it continue! Follow me on : barryloughnane.blogspot.com