Big Read: Up the (very big) creek with a paddle
If the Olympics aren't enough of a challenge, Kayaker Mike Dawson has sought adventure in some of the world's roughest spots
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Kiwi kayaker takes on Iceland waterfalls - Part 1
Kayaker Ben Brown and Anton Immler head over to the Kayaking mecca of Iceland to explore some of the natural wonders and pick off some classic waterfalls along the way. Ben's first stop was the waterfall Thjofafoss which translates to the ‘Waterfall of Thieves’ - it got its name form Pagan times when thieves were drowned in the waterfall for their crimes. It is approximately 14 meters tall and is more impressive for its volume rather than its height. Source: Red Bull/YouTube
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