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After reading all the post to Leon's question about the Roll-Aid and comments about paddling alone, I like to make one statement. When people paddle alone, it's a personal choice they make. Most of NSPN'ers and other kayakers understand the inherent risk associated with kayaking. It's really nobody else's business but their's if they choose to paddle alone or with a group. I think it's wrong when people make post that "imply" that those that paddle alone are stupid or something bad is sure to happen. Kayaking is different things to different people. Some have a higher risk tolerance than others. Some do all that is possible to minimize the risk, although they are fully aware it always remains. This is America...people can chose for themselves what is best for them.
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Leon: Mine would not easily attach to a paddle as a paddle float for a self rescue that way. It can be attached by wrapping the tether around the paddle several times to keep it attached. I haven't practiced with it trying to use it to climb onto my kayak, but I'm sure it would be of assistance if you were trying to do it. I find it easier to just re-enter and roll back up with it. Once it is deployed, it's is designed to remain inflated and just dragged along side the kayak in case you capsize again...just pull it back next to you and roll up with it again. I think its a great product....but something you don't need if paddling with others and assistance would be available.
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Nick: I agree that practicing "live" once is a good idea. I did when I bought mine and let several others burn through a few cartridges. But at $12.50, not something you need to do often. I've had mine 5 years. I just did a "practice" roll with it after it being "armed" for more than 2 years and never used. It worked perfect. The craftmanship is really good in this thing. If you maintain it, it should work when needed. That said, nothing is perfect and I certainly don't use it as my only option...its really a last option. You can buy 68 gram beer keg cartridges, but they use a different size threat, so the Roll-Aid would have to be re-tooled at a machine shop. I've looked into it and they said it can be done.
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Yes...I have owned one for years. I now use it when I paddle alone in cold water. It's a great product and easy to use. It deploys in 4 sec. All you have to do is place one hand on top of the inflated bag and pull yourself upright. It cannot be repacked easily on the water.....but has a nice tehter...so if you deploy it...clip in right behind the cockpit and use it again if you capsize a 2nd or thrid time. At a price of over $100 and $12.50 per 68 gram CO2 cartridge, not something you want to practice with often. Once you've done it once....you don't need more practice...its extremely easy to use. I highly recommend it to anyone who paddles alone..whether they can roll or not.
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Rob: You can probably launch from Thompson's Point Marina...maybe a small fee to park. You may also be able to park on Town Way Road and lauch there. I haven't been there in years myself but we used to park there to fish. We also used to park at the very end of Thompson Point Road to ice fish...so maybe you can still park there also. The Marina seems to be the best launch though. When are you going? I have to attend a wedding July 12 in Burlington in the evening. Plan to paddle Lake Champlain (some location) both Sat and Sun.
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Jason I have a Necky Looksha IV RM (2001 model) with rudder. I live in Exeter, NH. You are welcome to come up and take it out for a spin. E-mail me at cathyfoley@aol.com.....subject line: Necky Looksha
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Rick: Under CAM, natural leaders arise. Why sit back and be quiet when you were likely the most qualified paddler there. Leadership doesn't have to be dictatorship. the group can make choices, but the more experienced people should be speaking up and offering suggestions and sharing knowledge.....if the group makes the wrong choice....speak up a bit louder!
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Sid: I have ZERO confidence in a Standard Horizon submersible. A few years back, we did a group buy of HX460S. Most of the group had problems within a year. Several had to be replaced more than once under warranty. They may have improved with later versions, but the track record is poor. I've had my ICOM m_88 for 3 years now, submerse it all the time and still works perfect.
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Build a Greenland Paddle Workshop - Sign- Ups
cathyfoley replied to cathyfoley's topic in General Message Board
I should add we need a minimum of 5 particpants or this will be cancelled. -
If you are interested in making your own greenland paddle, here is your chance to do it under expert instruction. The workshop is limited to 10 participants. Your check for $75, payable to NSPN will secure your spot. Date: Saturday, July 19 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: Exeter, NH (address will be provided to particpants via e-mail) Required tools: Block plane, sand paper, sanding block (there may be a few other small items, also if your have a workmate or saw horses and can bring them it would be helpful) Cost: $75.....this will include: 1. A full day of instruction and coaching by Brian Nystrom 2. A greenland paddle blank selected by Brian Nystrom to ensure it has proper grain and will be a paddle that will last. Brian will also roughly pre-shape the blank so you can complete the paddle in one day. 3. A copy of Brian Nystrom's step-by-step book on how to build a Greenland paddle. To secure your spot, e-mail me at cathyfoley@aol.com with a subject line "Greenland Paddle Workshop". Once I've confirmed and replied to your e-mail, send me a check, payable to NSPN for $75.00 to the following address: Cathy Foley 147 Court St. Exeter, NH 03833 You must pre-pay for this workshop.
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If you are interested in making your own greenland paddle, here is your chance to do it under expert instruction. The workshop is limited to 10 participants. Your check for $75, payable to NSPN will secure your spot. Date: Saturday, July 19 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: Exeter, NH (address will be provided to particpants via e-mail) Required tools: Block plane, sand paper, sanding block (there may be a few other small items, also if your have a workmate or saw horses and can bring them it would be helpful) Cost: $75.....this will include: 1. A full day of instruction and coaching by Brian Nystrom 2. A greenland paddle blank selected by Brian Nystrom to ensure it has proper grain and will be a paddle that will last. Brian will also roughly pre-shape the blank so you can complete the paddle in one day. 3. A copy of Brian Nystrom's step-by-step book on how to build a Greenland paddle. To secure your spot, e-mail me at cathyfoley@aol.com with a subject line "Greenland Paddle Workshop". Once I've confirmed and replied to your e-mail, send me a check, payable to NSPN for $75.00 to the following address: Cathy Foley 147 Court St. Exeter, NH 03833 You must pre-pay for this workshop.
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Congrats.....what were you trolling with for bait?
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QUOTE(Kevin B @ Jun 6 2008, 09:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Planning an Isle of Shoals trip in July or August. This is NOT a mothership trip. We'll be paddling out and back. If interested, please post or email:) I'm interested.....early August is best for me as my July is totally booked.
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Hi Brian: My schedule has changed and looks like I can help out. Not sure how an REI t-shirt fits over a PFD, but XXL. I don't think anyone else coming from NH, so unlikely I'm car pooling. Where should we meet?
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After a close call with a very fast moving motor boat in Gloucester harbor afew years ago, I added the tape Carl recommended......its very bright...can easily be seen half a mile away, and I have had no close calls with boats since adding it.
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Weather looks great for tonight...last week we had 10! Come on out for the fun. Every Tuesday throughout the summer, we will again be getting together for informal skills practice and paddling. This is an NSPN event and all are welcome to join us on the water. Beginner sea kayakers, experienced sea kayakers and recreational paddlers are welcome. Come on out and learn more about kayaking, gain skills to be a safer paddler and make new friends. These sessions are free. There is no formal instruction. Paddlers share skills with others. Put-in: State Boat Ramp Main St. Kingston, NH 5:30 till dark. You must wear a PFD at all times to paddle with us. Directions: Main Street, Kingston, NH is one block from the intersection of NH Rte 125 and NH Rte 111, just off Rte 111. Turn onto Main and the put-in is about 400 yards down the street on the left.
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This is a Seacoast Kayakers (Yahoo Group) sponsored paddle. It's free, (minus the park entgrance fee). Anyone is welcome to join us. Leisurely paddle, all flat water. Title: Pawtuckaway Lake Paddle Date: Saturday May 17, 2008 Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Location: Nottingham, NH from Neil's Cove Notes: • Take Route 101 West to Exit 5 “102/107/156 Raymond-Freemont” • Take a right off the exit • Go ½ mile to the second set of lights & take a left. • Go about 1/10 mile & take first right onto Route 156 North. • Follow Rt. 156 until you see the left for Pawtuckaway State Park. This is Mountain Road. There is a small entrance fee to get into the park. Actual duration of trip may be shorter or longer than 3 hours. Bring a lunch to eat during the trip. Actual duration of trip may be shorter or longer than what is noted above. Drysuits or wetsuits are highly recommended. PFD's must be worn at all times while paddling with this group.
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On The Water Risk Management Workshop update
cathyfoley replied to Lbeale's topic in General Message Board
I have interest, but need to know the date as my schedule only has a few weekends left open -
Josh: Post a trip as a show & go....I'm sure you'll have people come. I'm sure there will be many paddling opportunities in the area from others who post also. As Peter B mentioned, there is a Tuesday night skills session in Kingston NH and also a group that meets at Lake Gardner in Amesbury MA on Wednesdays. Seacoastkaykers Group on Yahoo (groups.yahoo.com/gropup/seacoast_kayakers) has group paddles every Wednesday night and alternating Saturdays and Sundays. This is a recreational group that only paddles flat water in the organized group paddle, but they are lots of fun. Several members of that group are NSPN members who do paddle in the ocean, but get together privately. Some of the Wed and Sat/Sun paddles are in Maine. You're most welcome to come and paddle.
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Every Tuesday throughout the summer, we will again be getting together for informal skills practice and paddling. All are welcome to join us on the water. Beginner sea kayakers, experienced sea kayakers and recreational paddlers are welcome. Come on out and learn more about kayaking, gain skills to be a safer paddler and make new friends. These sessions are free. There is no formal instruction as we operate under the Comman Adventure Model. Paddlers share skills with others. Put-in: State Boat Ramp Main St. Kingston, NH 5:30 till dark. You must wear a PFD at all times to paddle with us. Directions: Main Street, Kingston, NH is one block from the intersection of NH Rte 125 and NH Rte 111, just off Rte 111. Turn onto Main and the put-in is about 400 yards down the street on the left.
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There is a really good article in this month's Seakayaker Magazine about a motorboat in Maine hitting a kayaker at night, cutting his kayak in half....bottom line to the article....the State of Maine did virtually nothing to pursue charges against the boater.
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Interesting in the statistics provided by Rick from the CG that cold water is not cited as a factor in any of the deaths, yet alcohol is.
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BCU training: asking for recommendations etc
cathyfoley replied to jgeada's topic in General Message Board
Talk to Rick at the Wednesday night skills in Amesbury...he can put you on the right track....or Bill Gwynn or Jed Luby or Suzanne Hutchinson.....any of them could help point in the right direction -
Looks like the rain is not going to let up until later tonight
