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David M

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  1. I had to replay it in my mind.

    I'm 99% of the time using both hands with forward lean and some initial slight downward pressure to clear the coaming in one quick motion.  

    Otherwise, you may be inadvertently pulling to the side with the one hand approach and fighting the coaming rim.

    Definitely worth practicing on dry ground and with a friend upside down. 

  2. Lake Massabesic (Auburn NH) paddle on Sunday, November 12, 2023.
     
    Looking to paddle locally.
     
    Lake Massabesic, the water supply for Manchester, NH is a 2560 acre lake with 32 miles of shoreline. 
     
    The lake is nestled in the southeast corner of the intersection of 93N and 101W in Manchester, NH. It's about an hour drive from Boston.   
     
    It's a scenic paddle with very few homes on the lake.
     
    This is a great low-risk opportunity to test out that "Cold Weather Paddling gear."  
     

    Register here:  https://forms.gle/PzvRwFYH8e2PTZYV7

    DETAILS 

    Location: Lake Massabesic, Auburn, NH

    Time: 9:30 Arrival; 10am Launch; Off Water by 3:30pm

    Launch Site: Claire's Launch, 82 Chester Road, Auburn, NH. Launch is very accessible with plenty of parking.

    Parking Fee: $0

    Current Forecast: Sunny; NNW 5-7 mph; Air Temps- 45; Surface H2O Temps- ~Low 50s

    Recommended Clothing: Dress for cold water immersion.

    Kayak Requirements: Sea kayak (at least 14') with bulkheads, deck lines (for assisted rescues) and spray skirt

    Safety Gear Requirements: PFD

    Trip Distance: 10-12nm. Average 2.5-3 kts.

  3. Lake Massabesic (Auburn NH) paddle on Friday, November 3, 2023.
     
    Looking to paddle locally, Friday, November 3rd, ahead of some weekend business travel. 
     
    Lake Massabesic, the water supply for Manchester, is a 2560 acre lake with 32 miles of shoreline. 
     
    The lake is nestled in the southeast corner of the intersection of 93N and 101W in Manchester, NH. It's about an hour drive from Boston.   
     
    It's a scenic paddle with very few homes on the lake.
     

    Post below if interested and sign the Registration Form:  https://forms.gle/7oyUscJMpQdYyXDFA 

    DETAILS 

    Location: Lake Massabesic, Auburn, NH

    Time: 9:30 Arrival; 10am Launch; Off Water by 3:30pm

    Launch Site: Claire's Launch, 82 Chester Road, Auburn, NH. Launch is very accessible with plenty of parking.

    Parking Fee: $0

    Current Forecast (as of 10/29): Partly Cloudy; Wind- SW 5-9 mph; Air Temps- 55; Surface H2O Temps- ~58

    Recommended Clothing: Dress for cold water immersion

    Kayak Requirements: Sea kayak (at least 14') with bulkheads, deck lines (for assisted rescues) and spray skirt

    Safety Gear Requirements: PFD

    Trip Distance: 10-12nm. Average 2.5-3 kts.

  4. Wow, didn't expect this much interest.  Very cool!

    The trip is now full. 

    Those who have posted above are guaranteed a spot. 

    See the trip registration form link above in the trip description. 

    I will maintain a waitlist on a first come first served basis below. 

    Feel free to reach out via PM with any questions. 

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