Phil Allen

Good articles. I like the points about real and "emotional" context in the application of skills. When I was learning to ski as a teenager, I hated ice and would freeze up and often fall when crossing it . Not that ice was ever common in the Pocono mountains ;-). Went skiing one day in a mix of fog and snow flurries where I couldn't see the ice and what do you know, didn't fall once and actually made turns on it. My expectations about the ice were more problematic than the actually ice itself. I see the same stuff kayaking. 3-4 foot wind waves every 4 seconds freak me out such that my skills definitely decrease substantially . I just need to get out with people I trust enough to rescue me and practice. Phil

Bob's right, I can only get to the "main category" page upon logging in or logging out, otherwise "http://www.nspn.org/cgi-bin/dcforum/dcboard.cgi" dumps you back at the main page. Phil

It's very nice looking indeed! Thanks to those who've done the refurb. Phil

FYI- the calendar seems to be having trouble (no data) this morning (7/20 at 9:45am). Could you post the details in this thread? Thanks. Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

Rob- That's a great summary of Sunday (the only day I was there). Nothing like looking looking up at a swell significantly overhead just to drop down the back a few seconds later. I think it was that rafted tow that got my stomack going. It was definitely nice to have some much stronger paddlers along. Jeff's look of glee as he surfed down the harbor using the greenland paddle was priceless! Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

Folks- Trying to put together a repair kit that's more than just ducktape, plastic bags and bungie cord. What do people take for quick/emergency repair of their hull? Duct tape doesn't hold too well unless I can really dry the surface. Thanks. Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

Dont you mean high tide is 12:21? That's what my tide chart says? wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

Kevin, I'm interested. Either date pair works. Phil Allen wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

Dan- Any chance I could get full res versions of approaching Hog Island #1 and #2, thats Lorrie and I Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

For those who like to side sleep or toss and turn, I'd suggest looking at a MontBell Superstretch bag in either down or synthetic. They've made the bag bigger than most mummys and then sown in bungy like material to snug it up around you. Net result is you can pull your legs up to fetal position, roll around, sleep on your side and the bag follows you. In my experience this has made for a MUCH more comfortable night sleep than I've ever had in a mummy before. You can also get by with a "cooler" bag as its comfortable to sleep with the hood in place. Also, I dont know if they still make them, but I think Sierra designs had licensed the "strecth" concept and made a few similar bags. I have no relationship with Montbell, just like their bags. Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

Email sent, looking for two of those spots. Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck

One piece of advice I've been given at Cochituate is to practice your rolls/rescues out of sight of either Route 9 (Middle Pond) or Route 30 (Middle and North Ponds). Apparently concerned motorists have called 911 upon seeing upside down kayaks from the road. Explaining that your fine to a concerned fireman in a boat must not be fun. Phil wish I was there --- deep blue over white impex kevlar currituck