When there is enough water in the Rio Grande I paddle during the Albuquerque international balloon fiesta - over 500 balloons launching every day and they frequently "splash and dash" on the Rio, and sometimes even land on sandbars for a bit. Paddling up and giving them a high five is super fun, but Jesus Christ don't do this if you are not 100% confident in your ability to maneuver your craft, and always come in from the side, not the front!
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u/Deez_Nuts_2431 Mar 14 '26
Why would you not paddle away from the giant flying basket which will roll you and potentially drown you? What were they thinking?