Samantha Rutt – Racer, Adventure Paddler and Mental Health Ambassador

Samantha Rutt – Racer, Adventure Paddler and Mental Health Ambassador

Author: Simon Hutchinson December 7, 2020 Duration: 1:04:34

Samantha is a much loved racer from the UK, familiar to anyone on the circuit and across Europe.

In this fascinating and funny chat, Sam and Simon geek out on some surprising racing advice and compare notes on effective actions used to manage their own mental health.

Samantha is an ambassador and fundraiser for the charity Black Dog Outdoors which helps people suffering from a wide range of mental health conditions to connect with the positive effects of nature and physical activity.

Sam is on Instagram and Facebook as @samantharutt_oceanadventure and her website is at barefootsup.com

If you'd like to support the awesome efforts of Jordan Wylie and his journey around the UK and Ireland then get updates and make a contribution at the website: The Great British Paddle

Wim Hoff and his method is an inspiration to us both and we are great fans because of the practical benefits we have received from it! Find out about the great man and his revolutionary method on his website here.

Samantha is coached by Seychelle over at Paddlemonster  and is supported by and supports a number of brands and organisations including :

Starboard SUP 

SUPs Life 

Fine Norwich 

MB Paddles 

Paddle Logger - Check out our episode with founder, David in Season Two

SupJunkie 

SUP Scrub 

Moonshine Eyewear

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Hosted by Simon Hutchinson, SUPfm The International Stand Up Paddle Board Podcast is a deep dive into the world of stand-up paddleboarding that goes far beyond basic tips. This isn't just about gear reviews; it's a global conversation for anyone who feels the pull of the water. Each episode connects you with voices from across the SUP community, unpacking everything from practical technique and fitness to the sheer joy of adventure and the unique challenges of disciplines like surfing and down-winding. The discussions are crafted to be genuinely useful, whether you're figuring out your first stroke or planning a multi-day expedition. You'll find honest talk about the issues paddlers face everywhere, all with the core aim of building confidence and stoke. The real mission here is simple: to give you the knowledge and inspiration to spend more time on your board and to continuously evolve your relationship with paddling. Tune in for a podcast that meets you at your skill level and pushes you toward the next horizon, transforming how you think about every session on the water.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
The Great British Paddle – with Jordan Wylie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:01
The always impressive Jordan Wylie chats with Simon about his incredible adventure, paddling the coast of Great Britain.As warmer and longer days come closer with the prospect of more time in the water, why not prepare b…
Further ‘SUP the World’ Adventures – With John McFadzean [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:19
John McFadzean returns for another chat about his adventures, including his recent self-supported-sortie across Scotland and his 2019 visit through Lebanon to paddle in Syria, where he chalked up another two countries on…
Cold Water Paddling – with Professor Mike Tipton MBE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:01
In this episode, the University of Portsmouth's Professor Mike Tipton, a world leader in extreme environmental physiology talks about the effects of cold water and its positive and negative implications for paddlers and…
The Long Paddle 2021 – with Brendon Prince [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:34
** Brendon has now completed his journey - check out his YouTube channel The Long Paddle 2021 or listen here to his second interview with all the details of his incredible journey**Brendon Prince is a pretty impressive…
New Adventures In North Wales – Caz Dawson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:30
And we're back with Season Three, and a brand new episode.Caz Dawson aka SUP Lass, is a paddler from beautiful North Wales, an area of the UK which is full of natural beauty, regardless of your chosen outdoor activity.In…
Spike Reid and his Winter SUP Adventure {Re-broadcast} [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:13
Before we pick up again next week with Season 3, we're sharing this episode, first broadcast back in 2015 with Spike Reid.Spike's been a real friend to the podcast and if you enjoy this episode then also check out the ep…
Kai Lenny - Iconic Waterman and SUP Superstar {Re-broadcast} [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:18
This episode is a re-broadcast and was originally recorded way back in 2015.We're making some major changes here at SUPfm and before we come back with the second half of Season Three we're taking you all the way back to…
Holiday Highlights – Fiona Wylde, Lizzie Carr and Maddi Leblanc [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:00
As we enter the holiday season, it gives us the opportunity to look back at 2020 and revisit some of the highlights from our interviews.While 2020 was a year to forget, it was also a time which sharpened our focus on wha…
The Unbalanced Paddleboarder – Toronto’s Mike Shoreman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:47
This podcast is brought to you by the SUPfm SUP Safety Course, the only comprehensive online course available to help Stand Up Paddleboarders learn about planning and safety for their leisure paddling needs. Now also ava…
Simon and Nick on SUP tuition and safety [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:12
Simon and Nick have been paddling for over 6 years and have both done SUP instructor certification courses. In those years they have both paddled a long way and have interviewed a multitude of very experienced paddlers o…