Monthly Webinars - Tips and Tricks for finishing fast

Hosted by MR340 veteran Chris Luedke, the creator of the amazing 340 Paddler YouTube Channel, this is a series of webinars discussing the tips you need to finish, succeed and compete in the MR340.

We'll be hosting one webinar per month on Zoom. Only registered users can attend each webinar on Zoom, which allows for Q&A. We will open 115 registration slots but only 100 registered users are allowed to attend. If you miss the registration, you can still watch the presentation livestreamed on the Missouri River Relief YouTube Channel and the recording will later be shared.

As we nail down topics, dates and create webinars, we'll post the topics and registration links here.

MR340 Live - Topics

• #1 - "Training and Racing" - Saturday Jan. 30, 2021; 4:00 p.m. - Our special guests were record-holder Joe Mann, veteran Salli O’Donnell and one-time finisher Eric Pikey. Each of these racers has unique experiences to share with you where ever you land in the spectrum - from world-class competitor to solid finisher. Watch the webinar on YouTube. Also check out the Follow-Up session Chris put together with training practice tips.
  
  
• #2 - "Gear & Boat Choice" - Sat. Feb 20; 4:00 p.m. - Our special guests were Ryan Milby (Llama Racks), Ryan Slebos and Ron Ladzinski (Ladsurfski). Each of these veteran MR340 racers is also a dealer of padding equipment. Watch the webinar on YouTube.
  
  
• #3 - "Nutrition and Supplements" - Fri. March 20; 4:00 p.m. - An in-depth look at the tricks and tips to keeping your body performing at top level for 340 miles. Our special guests were veteran 340 paddlers Jeremy Vore (2019 men's tandem winner - only team to finish), Alma & Bryan Hopkins and Asbjorn "Ozzy" Larsen. Watch the webinar on YouTube.
  
  
• #4 - "Ground Crews Part 1: Paddlers' Perspective" - Monday, April 19; 6:30 p.m. (CST) - This is the first of two webinars about Ground Crews, a really crucial part of many successful paddlers' race plan. This chat covers things on the water, paddler needs, wants and how to make sure they are safe. Our Special Guests were Scott Reeves and Laura Milby. Both have completed the race as a racer AND as ground crew. Watch the webinar on YouTube.
  

• #5 - "Checkpoints and Strategy" - Session #5 covers racer perspectives and strategies on checkpoints, paddle stops and other meeting points with your ground crew. Our Special Guests were Joe Mann and Denise Damon. Joe comes from the perspective of a very competitive paddler and Denise is a 60+ hour veteran paddler. Watch the webinar in YouTube
  
  
• #6 - "Ground Crews Part 2: For Ground Crews by Ground Crews" - Session #6 brought together several veteran ground crew people sharing their tips and tricks for making the race easier on their paddlers…and themselves! Chris was joined by Laura Milby (Llama Racks), Ellen Robinett and Megan Cruse-Luedke. Watch the webinar in YouTube
  
  
• #7 - "MR340 Safety & FAQ" - A chat with Race Director Scott Mansker and Safety Boat Operator Steve Schnarr from Missouri River Relief. We talked through some of the things you need to consider for a safe race. And some updates on the race course. Watch Webinar on YouTube
  
  
• #8 - BONUS! - "Race Owl!"- Our last (bonus) session is a rundown of how to use the RaceOwl software to track your progress, track other racers, check IN/OUT of checkpoints and more. Watch the webinar on YouTube