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Through Ireland by paddleboard – Becky Gilmour’s 1000km SUP for mental health

Written by Lydia Burdett /

Big challenges are nothing new to Becky Gilmour. The Irish adventure athlete and mental health advocate has already completed one remarkable fundraising journey, becoming the first person to skateboard the world’s longest coastal route. And now she’s stand-up paddling her way through Ireland on another – carrying all her kit in Red Equipment waterproof bags on a 12'0" Voyager touring board. Here’s her update on what springtime in Ireland looks like from the water, and why this challenge means so much...