Comments for Solent Sea Kayaking

Comment on Paddle: Circumnavigation Of Hayling Island by Nick

Nick — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 20:29:17 +0000

This is probably the paddle I’ve done most frequently in the area. Usually I follow the same plan as you but I have also done it anti-clockwise from the ferry on Hayling. I’ve also done Portsea and Hayling together anti-clockwise from Sally Port. Clockwise, I normally park at the Ship Inn at Langstone and paddle from there. At low water it is possible to launch from the slipway right next to the bridge on the mainland side – this is accessible at all but the lowest levels. The Hayling Island Sailing Club is very posh but doesn’t seem to mind you landing at their private beach for a picnic or even nipping into their cafe as long as you look suitably nautical.

Nick

Comment on Paddle: Circumnavigation Of Hayling Island by Stewart

Stewart — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 02:38:47 +0000

Nice work Dunks! Great photos too!

Comment on Review Palm Kaikoura Tour Buoyancy Aid by Dunks

Dunks — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:24:45 +0000

Hi Josh,

I’ve carried an Icom M71 and M35 and a Standard Horizon H751 in the pocket. The Icom M71 fits very well. The larger Icom M35 and Standard Horizon H751 are both a much tighter fit. I believe the Standard Horizon H280 would fit very well as it is nice compact unit but have yet to try one myself.

It is worth noting that there have been some issues with the Icom M35 and battery terminal corrosion and the UKSRGB forums have plenty of discussion with most paddlers preferring the Standard Horizon VHF’s.

I would avoid using the little slot for the VHF aerial in the pocket as it makes it very difficult to remove the VHF in an emergency if there are other items in the pocket.

Hope this of help.

Comment on Review Palm Kaikoura Tour Buoyancy Aid by josh

josh — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:24:34 +0000

just out of curiosity, looking to get a handheld vhf, anyone recomend one thats nice amd compact and fits well into this jacket?

josh

Comment on Icom IC-M35 Released by tigglesandfluff

tigglesandfluff — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 20:00:45 +0000

I’d consider a VHF as essential kit. You might not want or need to use it for years but the day you do it will probably save your life. A bit like your bouyancy aid or pump. I don’t carry one all the time and I don’t have a license. It is not illegal to make a Mayday or Pan Pan in genuine situations if you do not have a license. I agree about stealth paddling and all this electrical stuff is heavy, and boring quite frankly. It’s better to have good instincts than to think you’re GPS will save you, but a radio just might.

Comment on Technique: Using A Skeg by Skädda – för att hålla kursen och ha kul | kajaknördar

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Comment on Review: Yak Koast Buoyancy Aid by Dunks

Dunks — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:35:46 +0000

Thanks for the feedback – glad the review proved useful!

Comment on Portsmouth & District Canoe Club by Sarah Bates

Sarah Bates — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:52:09 +0000

Hello
I used to be a member of the PDCC with my Dad approx 20 years ago!! Having recently paddled along the Wye river I am keen to get back into the sport regularly – I have no qualifications but am an all weather kayaker and would be keen to join every week. Could you please advise as to how I may join/get involved and what costs/kit would be required?
Sarah

Comment on Review: Yak Koast Buoyancy Aid by Oggie

Oggie — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 11:28:43 +0000

Brilliant review, based on this I’ve just bought one and really pleased so far.

Comment on Slideshow: Winter 2009-2010 by Tom

Tom — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:33:59 +0000

Great combination – brilliant photos, and I never tire of that music. I’m hoping to ‘get into’ sea kayaking sometime, and will be having a trial attempt shortly. Thanks for the inspiration.