And the long summer begins!
The second bank holiday in May marks the start of the long hot summer here at Whitewater, How ever at this time of year our name should probably change to Flatwater the Canoe center or Backwater! We’re never to sure what one we prefer…. As a result this year we have the biggest demo fleet I think we have ever had! We have nearly all the popular Dagger models (flat water / white water) available for demo/heir as well as Pyranha, Perception, Wave Sport, Valley, Old Town, Mad River, Robson and I think probably some more too.
(our shop lake)Heir is also up and running, we do have the best part of 30 boats in the fleet! But if it’s a hot sunny Saturday then please call and book in advance to avoid disappointment! Things do get busy, Please call us on the normal number
01932 247 978.
And at long last we have finally received our delivery of the New Sweet side cut Wanderer! The Wanderer features the same great EPP liner found in the Rocker models, combined with a half-cut style outer made from high impact resistant injection molded ABS, with carbon fiber reinforced areas and direct venting for optimal ventilation and drainage. Helmet £119.95.
Click here to buy.
Wet West Paddle Fest!
Get this in your diary...
Wet West Paddle Fest
19th - 20th September
For the last four years paddlers have congregated in the North-West of Scotland for the Wet West Paddle Fest. What more could you ask than for two days of fun filled paddling.
The weekend starts on the Friday night in the British Aluminium Club, Fort William where you can meet up with fellow boaters and pick up your event passes.
Saturday is the River Garry event, which is a fairly easy paddle with good playspots and easy access along its length. It is equally suitable for less experienced boaters as well as the hardened pros. A shuttle service is provided and will be operating from approximately 10am to 4pm on both days of the event. We hope to have food and demo boats available at the take-outs. To finish your first day off with all your new paddling pals, it's back to the British Aluminium Club for some evening fun!
Sunday is mainly for those who prefer a steeper challenge, the River Moriston! It is both excellent to paddle and fantastic fun to spectate, with most of the rapids easily accessible for photo opportunities to impress your mates that couldn't make it. The harder parts of the Moriston are the top section (just below the dam) and the final section from the A82 bridge to the end of the gorge. A more moderate grade 3 paddle can be taken on the middle Moriston, between the two sections.
Keep an eye on the web site (
www.wetwestpaddlefest.co.uk) for more information and tickets will be on sale through the SCA website (
www.canoescotland.com) from June onwards.
Kind regards
Sarah Marshall
The Whitewater C T I
The second of the Chertsey events took place on Tuesday! I have to be honest I’m shocked at how many people are turning up! This week the ex GB freestyle coach Steve drove all the way here from Cornwall! Just to compete. We have also had are first lady entrant! Watch this space we should have a video up soon too……
(some good old Car park culture! The key to any GB rodeo event....)
(One blade Vickery throwing down!)
(Two blades, one or none! master of them all Mike pops a Mchand LOOP!)
(Jon, Only his 3rd time on moving water! and already moving on the cart wheels)
The event was wrapped up at the local pub the mighty Kingfisher!
Winners this week!
C1: Martin....again
Squirt: Darr....again
Novice: Jon....again
Pro Men: Steve "UGG" Wheatman
Pro Lady: Kat
League table
Martin 20 points
Darr 20 points
Jon 20 points
UGG 10 points
Rich 10 points
Kat 10 points
Thank you to the event sponsors Nookie, Lyon & whitewater TCC. Be sure to tune in next week for another thrilling instalment to the Whitewater CTI.
L8r all
And we’re back! Well nearly……….
And we’re back! Well nearly……….
After what seams like an age we finally have a working computer, things have been, well a bit disjointed over the last 2/3 weeks. Thank you to all the people who sent in e-mails telling us about computer/web site problems! It’s taken a while but every thing seams to be back to normal now.
But, what has happened since we were last on the blog site! Well quite a bit. With respect to paddling slalom season is in full swing, Mike and Kat are doing well and winning a fair bit, Pete has nearly competed (Nearly). Slight change of subject! HPP changes! Wow, last weekend I spent a couple of days in the ditch with JB and the RunAndJump Crew, and had a great time.
The changes are have made a huge difference, I actually enjoyed paddling there. Bit closer to home Chertsey is at a great level and is providing much fun. Last Tuesday evening we held the debut “Tuesday Chertsey League” event, and despite of really no advertising on my part was well attended
First Place Novice: John Samways
First Place Pro Men’s K1: Richard Merral
First Place C1: Martin
First Place Squirt: Darr boy Breedon
Unfortunately no women could be convinced to join in last Tuesday! But hopefully as the event grows we will start to see a few ladies entering.
In Store, Loads of new stuff! Sweet Sweet Sweet, The new Prophecy dry tops are here, now they are £300 odd pound, but they are amazing! The new helmets are here and going very well, BIG DOG has landed! We now have the Kaos and Havoc in store, this first batch of boats have 20% off there normal RRP, If you want a bargain get here fast! Pyranha Have there new Fusion back in store (£499.00) and we have the new Pyranha neo decks! We also have new kit from Peak UK, Nookie & Yak. Really, I hear it’s going to be raining Saturday! Think you should come in and have a look around.
One thing………….
I haven’t got the drivers for our camera on our new PC yet! So pictures may be at a premium for now. Sorry.
