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- Sat Mar 17, 2018 11:39 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Tiderace Moving Bulkhead ?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1003
Re: Tiderace Moving Bulkhead ?
I agree it's worth considering whether the hassle outweighs the benefits. I didn't see which Tiderace you have but checking the Tiderace website shows the Xplore M having 208 litres storage capacity and the Xcite having 214 litres. I paddle a Rockpool GT, amongst other Rockpools, and it has a total ...
- Sat Nov 05, 2016 8:49 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Kokatat Whirlpool bib trousers: a clever idea, but...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2212
Re: Kokatat Whirlpool bib trousers: a clever idea, but...
I've got a Whirlpool bib (now leaky) and find them super useful, but never bothered to put the two piece drysuit idea to the test, too much faffing about and like you say, impractical. It's just a shame that no one else makes a similar product. BUT, I must completely agree on your comments about Kok...
- Thu Jun 16, 2016 11:51 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Spraydeck recommendations, please
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1826
Re: Spraydeck recommendations, please
Daker, that's a real pity that you have dismissed the company without even giving them a chance. I have used Reed gear over many years and it is superbly suited for the job it is designed for. EVERY company will let the occasional faulty product slip through, the test of the quality of a company is ...
- Tue Jun 14, 2016 11:44 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Spraydeck recommendations, please
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1826
Re: Spraydeck recommendations, please
The Snapdragon decks are exceptionally good decks. They make a range of decks with fabric tunnels. I use this one http://snapdragondesign.com/products-pa ... reathable/
Geoff
Sent from my desktop computer using my fingers.....
Geoff
Sent from my desktop computer using my fingers.....
- Thu Jun 09, 2016 11:40 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: EXEC file instead of GPS
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1222
Re: EXEC file instead of GPS
Hi Norbert,
A quick search indicates that connecting a Garmin product to a Mac can create file problems. Are you using Mac?
Geoff
A quick search indicates that connecting a Garmin product to a Mac can create file problems. Are you using Mac?
Geoff
- Sat May 14, 2016 8:43 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Solar Panel for Exped
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1545
Re: Solar Panel for Exped
Sounds good Ken. The Chooetech seems good at a reasonable price. Reliability is yet to be seen, as with everything Chinese.....It's also worthwhile buying a USB power meter to see just what you are getting and to help in orienting the panel.
- Thu May 12, 2016 2:33 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Solar Panel for Exped
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1545
Re: Solar Panel for Exped
I was recently in the same situation and found this guy's website reviews. On the basis of those I bought a Choetech which I am very happy with. http://www.choetech.com The video reviews are here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgRloFSeWoE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNnIZeAaaCk Where are you o...
- Sat Dec 26, 2015 7:13 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Delorme Inreach / Spot / PLB ?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1997
Re: Delorme Inreach / Spot / PLB ?
The InReach SE is a superb piece of equipment for remote area communication. It does everything it is supposed to without fuss and with almost as much efficiency as using a phone for texting. I also carry a PLB, but for receiving weather forecasts when away from the grid, the InReach is without peer...
- Fri Nov 20, 2015 6:33 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: anemometer^
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2034
Re: anemometer
I use one of the US Kestrel meters that are tested laboratory accurate. http://kestrelmeters.com/products/kestr ... ther-meter I also have a Skywatch as referred to. The Kestrel is significantly nicer to use.
Geoff
Geoff
- Thu Oct 15, 2015 1:53 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: GoPRO 3 foggy/very bad focus
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1658
Re: GoPRO 3 foggy/very bad focus
Have you tried drying the anti fog inserts out as per GoPro's instructions? 300 degreesF in an oven for 5 minutes.
They also only last 4 to 5 uses.
Geoff
They also only last 4 to 5 uses.
Geoff
- Thu Aug 27, 2015 12:44 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Are all kayak trolleys junk?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9164
Re: Are all kayak trolleys junk?
Thanks Mac, the question was directed to John W, we've heard about your trolley in the past.....several times.
- Wed Aug 26, 2015 11:13 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Are all kayak trolleys junk?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 9164
Re: Are all kayak trolleys junk?
Is that much the same as Pete Baars sells John, i.e. the Freya copy?
- Sat Aug 22, 2015 11:06 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Valley hatches -getting them off!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1169
Re: Valley hatches -getting them off!
The generally recommended lubricant/conditioner is 303 Protectant. Works well and damages nothing.
- Sat Aug 08, 2015 8:50 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Taran layup - Vac2 vs Carbon/Kevlar
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2988
Re: Taran layup - Vac2 vs Carbon/Kevlar
Hey CWolfe, consider getting a Karitek rack. Considerations of loading it onto the car are no longer applicable then.
I also have a Taran 18 on its way to me now. A Vac 2. I know the builder and designer of the Taran well and their guidance is that the Vac2 is a more usable, tougher kayak.
Geoff
I also have a Taran 18 on its way to me now. A Vac 2. I know the builder and designer of the Taran well and their guidance is that the Vac2 is a more usable, tougher kayak.
Geoff
- Tue Aug 04, 2015 3:05 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Nikon a w 1, waterproof interchangeable lens camera
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1126
Re: Nikon a w 1, waterproof interchangeable lens camera
Hi Matt, Within its limitations, it is good. I have had one for a year or so, the first died, the back panel became unresponsive. Replaced under warranty. It takes RAW which is good but it is still a relatively low resolution small sensor camera so will never match a reasonable DSLR. The best softwa...
- Fri Jul 10, 2015 11:59 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Illuminating compass during crossings
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1454
Re: Illuminating compass during crossings
Silva make the perfect answer, the 70UNE. Nice to read, illumination is very effective.http://www.nexusmarine.se/products/silv ... ses/70une/
Geoff
Geoff
- Fri Apr 24, 2015 11:23 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Sticky back foam
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1404
Re: Sticky back foam
Or even better, Scotchguard Clear Paint Protection Film. Pricy, but tough, thin and perfect.
http://solutions.3m.com.au/wps/portal/3 ... tion/Film/
Geoff
http://solutions.3m.com.au/wps/portal/3 ... tion/Film/
Geoff
- Mon Apr 13, 2015 2:44 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Expedition style drysuits^
- Replies: 69
- Views: 12468
Re: Expedition style drysuits^
Hi Lucy, I asked my wife as she has exactly what you are talking about. She says she has used hers often and wouldn't want to be without it. She agrees with you that she-wees can be less than successful. Sometimes getting the thermals correctly repositioned and tucked away can be a little time consu...
- Mon Apr 06, 2015 10:58 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Waterproof camera
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2584
Re: Waterproof camera
Tommy, you say you want quality pictures, and waterproof. That's a refreshing approach, usually it's "I've got such and such, it only cost 50 quid but it still goes". So many people seem to judge the virtues of a camera by its price rather than output. I have used a panasonic FT3 in the past (now de...
- Thu Mar 19, 2015 9:23 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Abrasion from back rests
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1966
Re: Abrasion from back rests
Nice video Graham, I have a Kayakpro and it is excellent :)
Geoff
Geoff
- Thu Mar 19, 2015 8:16 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Abrasion from back rests
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1966
Re: Abrasion from back rests
Some unusual answers to a common question, particularly perplexed by the comment that if you push on the footrest, which results in pushing into the backrest you are pushing the boat backwards!!!!! Most male paddlers that I have seen that believe they rotatesimply don't. It is very common. I have se...
- Thu Mar 19, 2015 8:56 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Expedition style drysuits^
- Replies: 69
- Views: 12468
Re: Expedition style drysuits^
My wife and I have had Kokotat Goretex Expedition suits (and Whirlpool bibs) for a few years now. I never thought the first suit was particularly dry, often feeling quite wet in it. After about 3 years we sent both suits back to Kokotat in the US for testing a repair. Kokotat determined that both su...
- Mon Feb 16, 2015 9:31 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Tilley selling
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1781
Re: Tilley selling
Mine's still going strong....so is the beard.
Geoff
Geoff
- Tue Jan 20, 2015 9:52 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Tilley selling
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1781
Re: Tilley selling
I hope not! I still feel quite healthy!!their current users and target market will of course all die off in the next decade.
- Wed Dec 17, 2014 6:54 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Broaching your surfski…and how you can prevent it
- Replies: 67
- Views: 9496
Re: Broaching your surfski…and how you can prevent it
Come on Barry, out with it. This is an interesting conversation :)
Geoff
Geoff
- Tue Dec 16, 2014 1:37 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: why don't they make sea kayaks like this
- Replies: 38
- Views: 5925
Re: why don't they make sea kayaks like this
Yes Jim, I think the Tarans have glued in seats but the Menai/GT/Alaw range have adjustable seats.I'm pretty sure my Rockpool seat is glued in.
Geoff
- Mon Dec 15, 2014 11:50 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: why don't they make sea kayaks like this
- Replies: 38
- Views: 5925
Re: why don't they make sea kayaks like this
Hi Chris, yes I did use the Menai that you also paddled. I paddle a GT at home and I would have to disagree with you about their preference for more weight in the back. The GT is definitely more manouverable than the Menai but I find both kayaks very neutral when paddled empty or (evenly) loaded wit...
- Mon Dec 15, 2014 6:52 pm
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: why don't they make sea kayaks like this
- Replies: 38
- Views: 5925
Re: why don't they make sea kayaks like this
Long legs can be a serious pain. A few years ago I did a trip in East Greenland with Martin Rickard (incidentally, definitely one of life's highlights. What one would call a once in a lifetime trip, except I have been to Greenland twice and plan on going again :) Anyway, the kayak I was paddling, no...
- Sat Dec 06, 2014 11:40 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Sea kayak sailing with less
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1638
Re: Sea kayak sailing with less
Just an aside re the Sea Dog Sails that Gnarly is raving about. These sails are a blatant copy of Mick McRobb's excellent Flat Earth Sails. Mick spent some time helping the individual who is now selling these ripoffs without realising he was being taken for a ride. A fine way to pay back some charit...
- Wed Oct 22, 2014 2:20 am
- Forum: Sea Kayaking
- Topic: Expedition boats for midgets
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1483
Re: Expedition boats for midgets
Still looking Tavi? Did you get to paddle a Pilgrim?
Geoff
Geoff