The 6th Annual Cold Stroke Classic lived up to its name… (photo © Blockade Runner Beach Resort)

Today saw the 6th Annual Cold Stroke Classic SUP Race held in what can only be described as bloody freezing conditions. Held at the East Coast paddling mecca of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina (home of the Carolina Cup), this year’s Cold Stroke served as a reminder that stand up paddlers are not a rational bunch. Distressed Mullet has full coverage while you can find some good pics on Facebook. Click here for FULL RESULTS or check out how the podiums went down below… Elite Men 14′ 1st: Jeremy Whitted (1:21:57) 2nd: Ron Gossard (1:22:03) 3rd: Dan Gavere (1:23:25) Elite Women 12’6 1st: April Zilg (1:42:13) 2nd: Kimberley James (1:51:41) 3rd: Miriam Sutton (1:56:59) Whenever you see someone racing in a dry suit you know it must be cold…

Yeah, it was cold… (photo © Blockade Runner Beach Resort)

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