pete Astler

For some, getting sick at what was poised to be the start of your slalom career would be ruinous. For Pete Astles, it was the start of something bigger. The founder of Peak UK reflects on 30 years of success, sharing a story of passion, dedication, and love. His humble genius took Peak UK from a few items manufactured in a friend’s warehouse to a global brand. More impressive than his eye for innovation is Pete’s continued desire to give back. Pete- and Peak UK- aren’t sitting on success. Instead, they are working to create a new legacy and a new vision for the industry: one where paddlesports has as close to zero environmental impact as possible.

Words: Philippe Doux

How did it all start for you? Rumor has it, your parents were runners and climbers who made you wait until you could swim before joining the local paddle club. True? Yeah, that’s right. I grew up in the Lake District, a great place for outdoor activities. My dad took me fell running and orienteering, but I was not very good at it and found it really tough. I loved the lakes where we grew up and always had a yearning to get out on the water. To join the local canoe club, you had to swim 50 meters, two full lengths of our local pool. I was nine when I finally made it down and back. Why was kayaking so attractive at that early age? What was the club scene like…

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Kayak Session (Digital) - 1 Issue, Winter 2020

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