Enjoy the CDU Newsletter
Published: Thu, 06/04/15
Issue
467
22nd May 2015
Message Bank
We Have Moved 50 metres Across
the Road
to 6 Moojebing Street, Bayswater.
Same road, same phone number
Well it happened. We have managed to move our
shop across the road to our new location. It took time and
I missed 4 weeks of paddling but thanks to Alaine, Pam Riordan
and husband Steve and my wife Jenny we managed to move all
our contents and boats across and now we are settled in, although
our warehouse section is now a bit more conjested than it
was.
Although our move was only 50 metres away, it
was still one hell of a move. We also had to prepare the new
location which took the most time.
Please let all your friends know that we have moved.
CDU - 6 Moojebing Street, Bayswater
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For those people thinking I had been on holiday because they
hadn't received a newsletter for 2 weeks, well I hadn't but
now we have settled in and we have our internet access back
on the newsletters will be back again.
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The Barracuda Beachcomber and Interface are
back in stock. If you are looking for a sea touring or river
touring kayak that weighs below 19kgs, these are certainly
two kayaks to consider.
Having tested out the new Epic V7 over the
last few weeks I'm pretty excited that this plastic ski is
going to suit a lot of paddlers from the novice to the experienced
paddler. It's so stable but still so fast and it is extremely
comfortable to paddle. I'm even tempted to leave my kayak
at home this year and to get my bum wet and use it in the
Avon Descent!
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Thanks to all those people who sent me birthday
messages on Wednesday
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With only a fraction of gear shifted to our
new home across the road Alaine and my wife Jenny welcome
a rest
Many thanks to Pam and Steve who help to move
one hell of a lot of gear into our new premises.
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It' a Sad Time for Dexter
Alaine's dog Dexter has been diagnosed with
liver cancer so it is a sad time for Alaine her family and
CDU as he has become part of the shop.
Dexter is such a perfect dog, loves to be
scratched, loves to eat, loves to swim, loves to sniff, loves
a walk, loves to sleep, loves people and has the best temperament
you could ever find in a dog.
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The weather was very changeable at the Paddle
Challenge
Rob Riggir in his Chrono
Elite multisport kayak at the Paddle Challenge. Photo Peter
Asby
Training & Courses
Saturday Morning
Fitness Training
Start 7.30am on the
dot!
PFD MUST be worn
Sandy Beach Reserve, West Road, Bassendean
Please make sure you bring your PFD
$5.00 for paddlers who have bought a boat from CDU
$10.00 for other paddlers
Sam Pilton giving a few
tips to Maureen Bowra
Ann Harris taking a pause
after the 4km race. She is a strong paddler which is annoying
when you are trying to beat her.
Featured Products
KEEP WARM THIS
WINTER
On these cold or wet
mornings it's time to get rid of your cotton clothing and
get into some thermal wear
Depending
on the temperature, the wind factor, the rain or the activity
under taken we have a variety of winter clothing to suit every
need including neoprene shorts and longs and paddling jackets
not shown here.
All the different Garments
are always different in size, so why not try them on at Canoeing
Down Under
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Thermal Top
(Wilderness Wear)
CDU Warmth
Rating 1
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Also in short sleeve
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This long sleeve crew
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I chose to wear these thermals on my
3300km Yukon River, 4000km Missouri River, the Across Canada
journey, as well as most of my other trips that I have been
on.
Price $50.00
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Vaikobi V COLD
PLUS TOP
CDU Warmth
Rating 2
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Also in long pants
V Cold PLUS Long Sleeve / Stand Up Paddle
Surfer Long Sleeve 1/2 Zip Top, Colour Black
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This Paddling Clothing item has been designed specifically
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Stand Up Paddle Surfers really love this top!
R/R $149.99
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Adrenalin Long
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CDU Warmth
Rating 2.5
10% off
2P Thermo LONG SLEEVE
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Acts like a second skin with flatlock stitching for no rashing
The PP Thermo long sleeve top features high tech knitted kniited
micro-fibre which provides UV 50+ sun protection, doesn't
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no rashing, turtle neck for extra protection, extra body length
to fit a larger range of body types and internal fleece for
extra comfort and warmth. This long sleeve top is perfect
to wear under a dive suit for superior insulation, under fishing
clothes for extra warmth on the water in the early mornings
or for an endless range of sporting applications, including
surfing, kayaking, yatching, climbing and snow sports.
$50.00 RRP
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Adrenalin Long
Pants
2P Thermo LONG PANTS
Act like a second skin
The PP Thermo long pants feature high tech knitted kniited
micro-fibre which provides UV 50+ sun protection, doesn't
hold water, is rapid drying and is highly effective against
wind chill. Other features include flatlock stitching for
no rashing, extra length to fit a larger range of body types
and internal fleece for extra comfort and warmth. These long
pants are perfect to wear under a dive suit for superior insulation,
under fishing clothes for extra warmth on the water in the
early mornings or for an endless range of sporting applications,
including surfing, kayaking, yatching, climbing and snow sports.
$40.00 RRP
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Sharkskin Top
& Pants
If you want
warmth well Sharkskin are the ultimate
CDU Warmth
Rating 4
20% off
Also in a vest and long
pants
Sharkskin Long Sleeve
Climate Control: Similar in design as the standard Sharkskin
Short Sleeve Shirt, but with a Zip added for extra heat control
when conditions improve.
Sharkskin simultaneously delivers many
benefits to water sports enthusiasts that are unachievable
with less technically advanced products such as neoprene.
These diverse benefits are achieved by laminating 3 separate
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The outer layer is made from a durable
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The middle membrane is both windproof and waterproof.
The non-chaffing inner thermal layer provides warmth and comfort
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Key benefits of Sharkskin
Windproof providing protection from
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Breaths to minimise overheating and wicks moisture away from
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4-way stretch ensures garments are non-restrictive allowing
a full range of movement
Non-chaffing itch and odour resistant inner means that garments
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Excellent sun protection (SPF 30+)Durable and looks great.
From $125.00 - $190.00 depending on
garment.
20% off
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A Great Kayak
under 19kgs
BARRACUDA INTERFACE
& Beachcomber
have arrived
THE NEXT GENERATION.
Using some of the most innovative technology in the industry,
our unique Ultralight construction considerably reduces the
weight of our kayaks making handling on and off the water
easier.
Now that the paddling public has been spoiled by Barracuda's
light weight high Performance Sea kayaks it is time to move
onto the next generation of hull forms that our ultralight
technology now lends itself to. What better time to launch
the newest Barracuda kayak than in our 20th anniversary year!
The Interface is the results of the flow through effect, taking
all the design lessons learnt from the deep vee hulls and
the Beachcomber Ultralight and combining them into a user
friendly kayak for the majority of paddlers whence the name
"Interface"
INTERFACE DIMENTIONS | Available in
Low, Med & High Volume
Length Overall: 5195mm
Width Overall: 575mm
Depth Overall: 360mm add 16mm for m/v & 35mm for h/v
Weight: 18 - 19kgs
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Using some of the most innovative technology in the industry,
we at Barracuda Kayaks have developed a range of boats to
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making handling on and off the water easier.
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Through vacuum thermo forming, Barracuda kayaks ensure light
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Price: $2900.00
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On Special
FURY & PRS
Fury - Elite Lightweight Shell - Metal Pedals Trailing Rudder
Special $1495 .00
PRS - Elite Lightweight Shell - Metal Pedals Trailing Rudder
Special $1649.00
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EPIC SPECIALS
Epic V10L Club
Club 17.5kg Blue nose
Price: $2900.00: Special Price $1900.00
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Epic V12 Performance
Performance Black Nose 15.5kg
Price $3700.00: Special $2995.00
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Epic V14 Performance
Performance Black Nose 15.kg
Price $3700.00: Special $3300.00
Have
a Go
Perth Canoe
Polo Club Beginners Canoe Polo Course
Venue: Weds nights at the Beatty Park
Aquatic centre (*heated pool!)
When: 6.30-8.00pm for 5 weeks from 3rd June to 1st July
Who: Suitable for ages 12 and upwards, but must have basic
paddling skills already (eg. wet exit)
All gear provided: All boats and equipment provided, just
come in your paddling gear
Cost: $100 which also includes 3 months membership of PCPC.
RSVP: We only have enough gear for 15 people so please contact
Bryan Lee by email ASAP to reserve your spot
PCPC will be running an introductory
beginners canoe polo course for 5 consecutive Weds nights
down at the heated pool at Beatty Park Aquatic Centre in North
Perth. Canoe Polo is a fun and exciting sport played with
two teams of five players each, using a water polo ball to
score goals, which are suspended 2m off the water at either
end of the pool. Senior PCPC players will teach you all the
rules, skills and game tactics in a safe and friendly controlled
environment. Come down and work on your winter paddling fitness
and learn how to hand roll a polo kayak.
For further details or to sign up contact
Bryan at: blj39k@iinet.net.au
For more information about canoe polo
and PCPC go to:
https://www.facebook.com/perthcanoepoloclub
Race of the Week
Paddle Challenge
Three years ago there
were over 300 paddlers in this event, this year there was
just over 100. A little bit concerning for paddling and the
Avon Descent.
The start of the long
course. Photo Peter Ashby
The start of the short
course. Photo Peter Ashby
The field soon spreads. Photo Lawrence
Greed
Winners Luke Morton &
Ben Harris 1:26:00.9. Photo Peter Ashby
Father of Luke, Danny
Moreton 1:43:40.6. Photo Peter Ashby
Photo Peter Ashby
Paul Waters 1:45:10.6
first plastic beats Derek Amy to the line.Photo Peter Ashby
Stephen/Cynthia Coward/Coward
Double Kayak Open 1:51:27.0
Jarrod Eaves 1:51:55.8.
Photo Peter Ashby
Judy Darbyshire 1:58:24.5.
Photo Peter Asby
Full results here: http://www.webscorer.com/racedetails?raceid=42780&did=48682
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Marathon #6
– Double Barkers inc the Ladies and Juniors K4 Championship
.
Sunday 24 May 2015 -
Marathon Committee overview
In complete contrast to last week’s
Paddle Challenge the weather was close to perfect for a pleasant
2 hour paddle on the Swan River.
One hundred plus paddlers gathered at
Ascot Kayak Club’s forecourt for the briefing prior to
the start of the Double Barkers Race. This is the sixth race
in the West Australian Marathon season and is held on the
well paddled stretch of water between Garvey Park and West
Swan (Barkers) bridge.
First away was the Division 1 where
Matt D., James M. and Joshua K. (all AKC) setting the pace
which they held all the way to finish, Joshua crossing the
line 1hr 41min54.7 seconds later. Pat T. & Martin W. (both
AKC) paddled the first double home in 7th position with Wendy
& Kevin W. (both AKC) the first mixed double in 11th position.
Grant P., Steve M. & Graham G. (all AKC) paddling the
only K3 came in 8th across the line.
In Division 2 Rick Y.(IOP) took line
honours with Ray C. (AKC) only 0.5 of second behind, Glen
S.(AKC) was third, 10 seconds further back.
Division 3 was lead out from the start
by Tim F. (AKC) the youngest paddler doing the 23.5 km course.
Half way to Barkers Bridge, “The Pack” (in finishing
order Paul W.(AKC), Derek A., Nick S(SCC) and Jan v M.(AKC))
overran him and continued on to fill the first 4 places spread
over 10 seconds. Further back in the division various paddlers
surged ahead or dropped back, depending on how they felt at
the time or their liquid input kicked in.
Division 4 was a runaway win for Roland
B. (SCC), Brett Y. and Dallas R(SCC) had a tight finish to
fill the minor places. During the race the 2 x 515 plastic
TK2s where always close together urging each other on.
Meanwhile closer to the spectators the
State Ladies and Juniors K4 Championships was been fought
out. In the Ladies the new team of Bonnie M., Baillie L.,
Jane L. and Ann H (all AKC) took an early lead and held it
to the end. In the Juniors the fancied boys team was looking
good until it was noted that one of their team was not wearing
a PFD as per WA Marathon rules resulting in DSQ (always important
to know the rules) . The younger team of Alex R.(AKC), Shania
S. (BPC), Yasmin R. (BPC) and Dylan S. (BPC) collected the
title.
The Short Course paddlers completed
their race while most of the long course paddlers were coming
through on their first lap creating a little confusion on
who to wash ride and where were they going. Tryon S &
Steve A. (both MOC) were first home even after stopping for
a broken rudder. Zac A.(AKC) was the first single home in
1hr 2 min 23.4 sec.
Gabrielle B.(CLBC) had a good win on
the 6.6km Novice course with Kelly T.(CRCC) 9 minutes back.
Tim H. (CRCC) once again showed his dominance of the U12s
by finishing 2.5 minutes ahead of Ryan B.(AKC) with Angelina
G.(CLBC) in third place. Hunter F & Aiden B.(both AKC)won
the U10 GK2 class with the very new and young partnership
of Gabriel S.(AKC) & Mitchel S.(BPC) came in second less
than a minute behind, with Serene T. & Levi B.(both CRCC)
third.
Once again we had a willing group of
Volunteers organising and running the event. Without them
it would be just a social paddle. Safety is very important
to all in our sport so our on the water escorts of the Guppy
and Novice paddlers and drivers of the power boats are special
people. Our thanks to all.
Next Event – Mara #7 – Middle
Swan Race – Sunday 21 June
Marathon End of Season Presentation
Dinner – 4:00pm Sunday 5 July @ AKC , downstairs ..
2nd Hand Boats
Wavehopper; $600.00
Cash Only