Jim Snyder Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Matt Drayer has agreed to be a facilitator for a surfski workshop this summer. It would be held somewhere with calm water and good parking, maybe Riverhead. The first step is to assess how much interest there is so we can determine whether we need an additional source of boats. Please post here if you would be interested in joining, whether you're available weekdays, and if you have surfskis to bring and share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Donovan Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 I'm interested. And have one Surfski (V10 Sport) that I would bring and share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudenceb Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Interested. Anytime but second half of July works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David M Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Interested between now and mid-July. I have access to 2 entry level skis I can bring: Stellar S16S, Stellar S14S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Foster Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 A new type of boat to fall out of? I'm definitely interested! Weekdays would probably work best, preferably with travel outside of rush hour. I don't have anything useful to contribute (surfski-wise, or otherwise, I'm told). I'm in the market for an endurance-focused (not stiff/sprint) small-mid or mid wing paddle, if anyone's selling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Berkovitz Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Absolutely! Returning to MA in July after which I would Love to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattdrayer Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 (edited) 4 hours ago, Dan Foster said: I'm in the market for an endurance-focused (not stiff/sprint) small-mid or mid wing paddle, if anyone's selling. I haven't tried these wing paddles, but for $189 + free shipping I'm like wow: https://www.amazon.com/CISI-SPORT-Performance-Lightweight-215-225cm/dp/B0776BF67S/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=CISI%2BSport&qid=1623350899&sr=8-2&th=1 I believe they are off-brand Braca paddles, possibly the IV or XI model. I contacted the seller to see if he's getting more after his current inventory runs out and he said he's not. EDIT: I have an Epic V8 G1 to lend for the workshop, as well as an Epic wing paddle. I also have a V12 available, but learning on a V12 is basically just a swimming lesson I will also bring the Double which will be fun. Matt Edited June 10, 2021 by mattdrayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwman53 Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 Absolutely, Very interested and have a Stellar S18S G1 Flexible with days and times (advance planning required) DougW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethS Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 I would love to participate! I have an Epic 18x which I would like to get better at paddling, not really a surf ski but close enough for the likes of me. Wed evening thru Sunday is generally best for me. I will be available until July 7, and after 11th, then going away again from July 21 to 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george record Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 I'm interested for sure ---I echo Don Foster. Would a sit on top Eddyline Carribean kayak be halfway suitable? I'm such a novice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattdrayer Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, george record said: Would a sit on top Eddyline Carribean kayak be halfway suitable? I'm such a novice I think it would be best to use an actual surfski versus the Eddyline -- the Caribbean is designed for fishing and so it's super-stable, but I think it would prevent you from really getting the feel of the ski's length, pedal/rudder system, and the nature of the forward stroke. Based on what I'm reading in this thread and my side-conversation with Jim Snyder, as well as a few friends of mine who have said they're interested in helping, it seems like we'll be able to pull together enough skis for everyone to use. Matt Edited June 11, 2021 by mattdrayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian McCormack Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 I would be interested. Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Sylvester Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 Sold my ski years ago and would love to own an intermediate ski ... No more expert skis for me.... I have a mid wing and would be up for this if I don't have a conflict. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george record Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Thank you, Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan A Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Newbie here. Would love to sign up for this. If I can find an Epic V8 between now and then I’ll bring it, otherwise I’ll be boatless. Any day/time works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbeale Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Thank you for offering this workshop. I have a Think Jet purchased in Spring 2021 from Wesley E. Paddled it mostly on flat water. Have an antique Epic paddle (2003) and new Braca paddle. Definitely interested in participating in this workshop . Any day/time usually works (except during rush hour) if no other conflict. Les Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share Posted June 14, 2021 Workshop is tentatively scheduled for July 3 from Fisherman's Beach in Swampscott. https://goo.gl/maps/bz6h7y2X1G89vWjC8 We will meet at 9am. Bring surfskis if you have them or kayaks for when you're not in a ski. Attendance limited to 10. Signup is here: https://forms.gle/gsNC1Q8bWC4XNjoY8 It's my first time using this signup so glitch alert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pintail Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 (edited) Oh, the joys of having to work at weekends! (Sh*t, sh*t, sh*t!!) What about a second episode or installment, then, Matt? (Pretty please?) Oh, dear... Edited June 14, 2021 by Pintail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share Posted June 14, 2021 I'm anticipating a wait list for this session, we'll try to do another one on a weekday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattdrayer Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 I'm overjoyed by the amount of enthusiasm! We will definitely hold at least one more surfski workshop at some point this summer. And, as a reminder, there is a surfski get together every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm at Lynch Park in Beverly (55 Ober Street) all summer long. We call it a race -- but you don't have to race. You can go for a paddle, hang out, try out some of our skis when we get back to the beach, and talk skis in the parking lot afterward. (Also FYI that I will not be there tomorrow night). Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted June 14, 2021 Author Share Posted June 14, 2021 3 hours ago, Jim Snyder said: Workshop is tentatively scheduled for July 3 from Fisherman's Beach in Swampscott. https://goo.gl/maps/bz6h7y2X1G89vWjC8 We will meet at 9am. Bring surfskis if you have them or kayaks for when you're not in a ski. Attendance limited to 10. Signup is here: https://forms.gle/gsNC1Q8bWC4XNjoY8 It's my first time using this signup so glitch alert. Let me answer some questions here that were posed to me by pm: This is primarily an "intro to" workshop. It's presumed that you have at east some seakayaking experience but no surfskiing prior experience needed. There will be adequate surfskis to loan. You might want to bring a kayak for when you're not in a ski and to maybe paddle after. I expect I will. I've volunteered to hook up empty kayaks on the water if we're changing boats around. Bring your own water and maybe snacks, and a pfd. Matt paddles barefoot and this works fine but you could bring very minimal watershoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattdrayer Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Agreed that this will be an introductory workshop with the expectation that you have some sea kayaking experience, although you certainly do not have to be a renowned Arctic explorer or Olympic K-1 sprinter. As a general agenda we can plan on the following: Part 1 (Dryland): Orientation, Concepts/Theory, Technique, Training Part 2 (Shallow Water): Stroke/Rotation, Boat Mounting/Remounting, Getting Going Part 3 (Deep Water): Form, Stability, Stroke, Cadence, Glide, Speed, Hollering with Delight Jim and I spent about two hours going through the above with just the two of us -- for a group of 10 I think we should assume three hours for the session. For those of you who have your own surfskis, please also bring a leg or waist leash if you have one, in addition to your PFD. I have an extra leg leash and also a waist leash that I will bring for people to see/try. A shorter surfboard leash can suffice in a pinch, although they can be bulky. Also if your skis require any sort of tools for setting the footplate/leg length, etc., please bring those as well. Happy to answer any/all additional questions you might have. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george record Posted June 14, 2021 Share Posted June 14, 2021 Sounds great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Snyder Posted June 16, 2021 Author Share Posted June 16, 2021 Bump for people who aren't following. Three spots left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josko Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 ? Let me know if I can help; I'd be glad to drive up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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