Jimmy Terrell: 4x Olympic Paddler, Master Craftsman, Innovator, & World Class Human!

From the rivers of Ohio to the southern coast of California, with stops all over the world along the way, Jimmy Terrell has done just about everything that requires a paddle in one’s hands. 4 Olympic Games, ultra marathon paddling races, downwind, flat water, you name it.
An ultra craftsman and innovator, Jimmy has an engineer’s mind and the hands of a master. Paddles and boats, wood and carbon fiber; he makes the very best... and he makes them for the most elite athletes in the world; many of whom he calls close friends. What a legend and the nicest guy you’ll meet.

0:00 - Podcast delves into paddling and personal narratives.
5:58 - Canoe rental business by the Little Miami River.
12:15 - Canoe race featuring time trials and night paddling.
18:16 - Athlete's diverse training contributed to wrestling success.
23:22 - Canoeing is a popular Olympic sport in Russia and Canada.
27:45 - Transitioned focus from high school sports to canoeing.
33:21 - Olympic trials, woodworking, and furniture making in Chicago.
38:40 - Reached 50 pull-ups then incorporated weighted pull-ups.
42:23 - Missed opportunity in Olympic rowing trials.
51:23 - Observing July 4th fireworks during canoeing at the Canoe Club.
54:22 - Assemble the best team to win in sports.
1:00:04 - Pioneered first molded paddle in El Toro.
1:04:15 - Carbon fiber mold process is highly advanced. Evolved from garage to global brand.
1:10:54 - Transitioned from aerospace to crafting paddles and boards.
1:15:39 - Quickblade is like a family, with elite athletes training at their facility.
1:18:31 - Frustration of having designs copied and elite athletes disguising their equipment.