[Kallie Cunningham]

Hello members,

Just a quick announcement to say a spot has opened up in this Sunday’s Rolling Clnic.  Registration will be accepted until Friday at 8 pm but don’t delay if you are interested.

[Kevin Amos]

Spaces available. Find out more on the events page.

https://www.skabc.org/events-2/new-member-welcome-paddle/

[Former Member]

Hello Gary

I have my place on Gambier breakwater.

I like to meet you at Halkett Bay or you can come over and meet me at the Breakwater if I can get a trip by watertaxi on Wednesday June 7.

Sorry I have commitments  till then

Trudie Vanderburg

trudievanderburg@gmail.com

604-263-4174

[John Halliday]

NDK Echo

member Deb Merchant has one.

[Kevin Amos]

To me trying out different boats you get to see what you like and feels good on the water. I was a member at Ecomarine when they existed and tried a lot of different boats. Also, tried some at Club Locarno even though I wasn’t a member. Club Locarno also sells off some of there fleet yearly and a club member got a good deal on a Atlantis. Coast Outdoors was also doing Demo Days recently too.

[George Prevost]

Sea Gods Standup Paddleboards in White Rock are hosting a viewing of the 2023 International Paddle Film Festival on Thursday, July 23.  This is not a SKABC event, but I thought that some members might be interested in attending.  For more information see: https://seagods.ca/pages/sea-gods-presents-the-2023-international-paddling-film-festival

[Katie Meredith Kovacic]

Luna might be a great fit. Try out something with hard chines too and see which you enjoy more, maybe an Atlantis MisT. My old necky is a very similar shape and I really enjoy how it performs in rougher water and edge turning.

I also tried out a 16ft Nimbus Njak and really loved how nimble and smooth it was. Only downside for me is I’m too used to high volume packing so the storage was a little small for me.

[Quirine Schuyff]

I’m in the market for a new (to me) boat and would very much value some advice and feedback. I haven’t paddled anything other than my Delta 17 for a few years  now. I’d like to upgrade to something a bit better suited to my size, and with better performance.

Main features I want:

– light weight – must be able to lift it on my own

– more fitted to my size

– faster than the Delta

– better turning than the Delta

– better performance in varied waters

– fits enough gear for multi day adventure

There is a Luna I’m going to have a look at, so would appreciate thoughts on that.

If you hear/see anything that might be suitable let me know!

thanks,

Quirine

[Former Member]

After months of planning, I’m finally getting myself and my Kayak to Howe Sound. I will be leaving Langdale at approximately 9:00 am June 3rd, with the goal of getting to Thornbourough Point (possible exit Bain Creek). Day two to Islet View, Day three Ramillies, Day four Halkett Bay, Day 5 back to Sunset Marina. If anyone wants to join all or part of the trip feel free.

[Former Member]

All,

I had a call from Jessi yesterday.  They posted the event and it is selling out very quickly.  Unfortunately, not much interest from kayakers so far.  If you are interested in helping out, I suggest contacting Jessi directly:  bayrace@vowsa.bc.ca.

 

[Former Member]

just wanted to update this thread with some other options

[Former Member]

Hello Andrea, Jayne,

Apologies for the late notice, I finally arranged a dog sitter and could come on the Newcastle trip. Let me know if this is a possibility!

Cheers,

Marina

[Kevin Amos]

Here is info on parking and kayaks drop off area

https://www.portmoody.ca/en/recreation-parks-and-environment/boat-launch.aspx

[Kevin Amos]

Just letting you know we officially announce our race. And already have 10 swimmers registered! We’ve only gotten responses from two kayakers so far. Could you please share this link. We are officially going to be offering $65 honorarium to all kayakers. As well as food and snacks during the event! We have also purchase additional insurance for the kayakers. We will know soon regarding the details of the policy. As we will still recommend kayakers to have their own insurance as well.
We are very … – Vancouver Open Water Swim Association
facebook.com

 

Thanks

Jessi Harewicz
Safety Coordinator
Vancouver Open Water Swimming Association
778 – 926- 6640

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thank you!

I did hear about the station parking which is an option too. Our event is based on shifts so we will likely be moving cars at different points during the day. I also emailed the city of Port Moody with my concerns of lack of long term parking! Glad you did so too.

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