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to Silver Bridge Kayak Club
Kayaking & Canoeing on the Boyne - Drogheda & Navan
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Kayaking & Canoeing on the Boyne - Drogheda & Navan |
Olli Grau Nomad v/s Mamba More
Dave Carroll Swimmo's Line More
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See pics below of the Barrow trip '05.
Canadian on the Boyne at Stackallen.
The club own several Canadian canoes and purpose built trailer. These canoes and equipment were purchased during a recent revival of the Canadian canoe section which was led by Ricky Gerard. Several members take part in the annual Liffey Descent, the day is usually undertaken as a fun day with the compulsory tea and sandwiches at the Leixlip portage, however in '98 Ronan Gregory and his paddling partner Dave achieved third position in a very competitive section beaten only by racing Canadians. In recent times some members have also taken to whitewater specialist open canoes, see video section below. These boats are fully fitted with air bags, rigid foam saddle and thigh straps. The preferred boat being the Mad River "Outrage" is a go anywhere boat, no longer the realm of the kayak, surfing, side surfing and even rolling are all possible. The Canadian section regularly undertake trips on the Boyne, Barrow, Avonmore and several trips to the UK National Whitewater Center on the Tryweryn near Bala in North Wales. Paul Maguire (that's me) is registered with the ICU as a level 3 open canoe instructor and has ran several level 3 and level 4 courses. If you are interested in in joining a course please drop a line to info@sbkc.ie Photo's
Camping trip on the Barrow...July 2005
Solo Playboating...
Inspiring instructional video packed with information for open canoeists. Basic strokework is carefully presented. Advanced stroke techniques, as well as bracing and rolling are demonstrated and explained. World Champion Kent Ford unlocks the secrets of fun surfing and easy playing. Features many great paddlers on the American, Ocoee, Gauley and Nantahala Rivers. "Outstanding tutorial, presented in a way
guaranteed to have you heading for the river...even newcomers to the sport will
get an education. At a minimum they'll get inspired." "Entertaining...super job of presenting technical
points. Nicely paced...fun to watch." "Every intermediate who wants to improve their
skills should watch this tape. Highly informative and energetic approach to
advanced boating technique." "...cannot fail but be useful and interesting for
all canoeing enthusiasts, even the armchair paddle-boater who might never have
ventured into whitewater action..highly recommended" "an expose of sorts" "Good camera-work and solid instruction make Solo
Playboating! a winner. Highly recommended." Drill Time...
Learn to accelerate with amazing speed and precision, carve to eliminate correction strokes that slow the boat, and lock onto surf waves for long rides every time! Drills are the foundation for improving in any sport,and canoeing is no exception. Knowing what to practice and how all adds up to more fun on the river! Highly entertaining footage of recreational playboating, rodeo, slalom, and an award winning freestyle performance round out Drill Time! Features instruction by: "Production values are excellent, with clear shots and useful
graphics make this a very worthwhile product" "OUTSTANDING--absolutely the best of its type I've seen. This
may be the most useful instructional tool available. The moves are clear,
easy-to-follow and non-intimidating." "Exceptionally Useful...Super Bowl advertisements could learn
from your video."
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