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Probably the best kayaker pub in the world
water2.jpg Saturday, 05 September 09 - 08:44 AM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
I have a new favourite public house - and I've not even stopped there for a pint or a bite to eat.The pub in question is The Swan in a village called Stratford St Mary, Suffolk. So why do I love it so much?Well, they've just built a canoe and kayak-friendly 4m-wide jetty on the side of their picn...
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New Colours Launched By Dagger
water2.jpg Saturday, 22 August 09 - 10:45 AM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
Four new attention-grabbing hi-def colors have been added to Dagger's whitewater line-up. They are now available. Here's the colours:
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Wilderness Systems canoe-kayak hybrid in stores September
water2.jpg Saturday, 22 August 09 - 10:31 AM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
Kayak fishing just received an infusion of comfort with the Wilderness Systems Commander 120, a kayak/canoe hybrid that pushes the category to a whole new level. Combining the agility and superb paddling experience of a kayak, with the stability, capacity and comfort of a canoe, the Commander 120...
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Kayak Fishing Show to Air On TV
water2.jpg Wednesday, 15 July 09 - 03:34 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
The Heliconia Press, a leading publisher of books and DVDs on outdoor pursuits, is thrilled to announce that starting January, 2010, The Kayak Fishing Show: with Jim Sammons will begin airing on the World Fishing Network (WFN). The 13-episode TV series will be broadcast throughout the year into 2...
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Six Great Kayaking Tutorial Sites
water2.jpg Thursday, 23 April 09 - 07:27 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
Okay, so there's really no substitute to learning how to paddle from an experienced instructor and to hone your skills on the water. That said, for those wanting a refresher, or help to tweak strokes, there's a wealth of great info out there on the net. What follows is a list of sites which have ...
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Pyranha's new Fusion boat out on sale
water2.jpg Sunday, 29 March 09 - 05:44 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
The new Fusion crossover kayak which is designed to give paddlers a great boat for both touring and whitewater is now out on sale at a number of outlets. At the start of the year, Pyranha announced the first of its new Fusion had come off the mould and was ready to hit the water. Its makers told ...
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Go Paddling With the Family
water2.jpg Sunday, 29 March 09 - 05:36 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
Canoe England is leading the National Go Paddling Week which promotes canoeing and kayaking as a passtime the whole family can enjoy. Canoe England Clubs up and down England will be running a series of taster sessions for absolute beginners during the week, from May 23 to 31. To check what your l...
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Yak launches Conquest Cag
water2.jpg Friday, 27 February 09 - 08:43 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
Paddle firm Yak has designed a new cagoule made for inland, coastal and ocean touring and expedition. The Conquest Cag is billed as a stylish top-end item for paddlers demanding ultimate performance. Boasting new materials such as Yak’s latest three layer ripstop fabric, the Conquest is ful...
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Epic Kayak Fishing Movie Now Released
water2.jpg Thursday, 26 February 09 - 08:27 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
A kayaking film starring big game angler Jim Sammons has been released. ExOfficio presents Kayak Fishing: Game On follows renowned big game kayak angler Jim Sammons around North America on the kayak fishing adventure of a lifetime. Although the depth of the film, released by Heliconia Press, make...
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New book "Sea Kayak Handling" Out Next Month
water2.jpg Tuesday, 17 February 09 - 08:32 PM (GMT)
By Laurence Cawley in General
Leading outdoors publisher Pesda Press is to publish a new title dedicated to sea kayaking. Written by Doug Cooper, Sea Kayak Handling was launched at the Nottingham Paddlefest.It's official release is expected in late March. Pesda says the guide, aimed at beginner to intermediates, will help the...
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