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Published: Thu, 02/08/18

 
 
9th February 2018                                            CDU Newsletter 563
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CDU Newsletter
Terry 0417 977 330
 
 I'm still selling Epic Skis & Kayaks so if you know anyone interested in buying one please send them my way. I have a demo craft for all the models except a couple.

If you want to take part in kayak racing or compete in the State or Australia Marathon Championships but your balance is not the best well Grafton Paddle Sports kayaks, which I'm the agent for will have one to suit you. Made to your specifications.

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Hi Terry, we are looking for some one to assist at this years Rotto swim as a paddler. Thanks Terry
Regards Dave 0418 908 726

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Paddlers Urgently Needed for the Rottnest Swim

A team of swimmers from Victoria is coming over for the Rottnest swim 24th February. They still need at least 10 paddlers to escort the swimmers and they are having difficulty getting them.

If you are willing to help out, $200.00 is being offered.

For more information call Neville Fox on 0418 923 923 or by email foxes@iinet.net.au


 
 Wild Water Racing/Down River
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Keron Hepworth
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When WA once had a very good Wild Water presence Keron Hepworth was one of the bunch of paddlers that did so well.
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Down River Around The Buoys

Last Tuesday saw the first of the 3 evening races which are staged at different venues. Set at Sandy Beach Reserve the course was pretty long, less difficult turns than usual which allowed paddlers to go faster. Michael Liddle was first with his best time being 7.03, Peter Liddle second 7.05 and me third 7.20. The Wavehopper class was won by Jason 8.03, Charmaine second 8.24 and John Breed 3rd 8.26.

Next Tuesday 13th February the race will be at Point Reserve, Bassendean at 5.30pm. It will be a little tighter, testing course with enough long runs to make up speed should the tighter turns slow you down.

We only have one Friday morning session left (16th Feb) this season and two Tuesday evening races so join us before the season finishes.
 
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Michael Liddle winner of the first evening DR race around the buoys 
 
 
Marathon Paddling 

Time is ticking by so if you are thinking about competing at the WA or Australian Marathon Championships it will soon be here.
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Remember if you are over 60 years and above or paddle a ski you don't have to portage.

WA Marathon Championships 24th & 25th March

Australian Marathon Championships 18th & 19th May in Adelaide
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The women's doubles at the World Championships in Perth 2005
Portaging at Bayswater Riverside Gardens
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Sam Pilton and Baillie Liddle are pairing up for this year's 
Australian Championships. 
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WAs Ramon Andersson and Steve Wood gold at the
​​​​​​​1992 Marathon World Championship in K2.
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1992 & 1996 Olympic Games in Sprint. Bronze in K4 1000m in 1992.

The Queens Baton Relay torch is coming to the Swan on Monday 26 February, 2018.and when it travels from Woodbridge Riverside Park to Guildford Grammer School Ramon will be carrying the baton.
 
 
 Sculling For Support
can you do it
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SCULLING FOR SUPPORT
If you are a white water enthusiast and plan to side-surf big stoppers, it is advisable to practise 'sculling for support' on flat water first. The objective of 'sculling for support' is to stay balanced by maintaining the blade's movement across the water surface, while edging the kayak towards the sculling side.

Best to be snug in your kayak - and use your knees and thighs for better balance and control.
  • Use the face (front) side of the blade.
  • Overbalance your boat towards the nominated sculling side.
  • With the leading edge of the blade raised slightly, scull across the water surface to and fro. Use your wrists to adjust the blade angle. The raised leading edge is helpful in assisting the paddle to track the surface and preventing the blade from slicing too far downwards.
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Drifter 2 & Epic V7

 Jenny with Our UK Guests Linda and Graham in the Drifter 2
Five minutes later 4 dolphins passed by

Get your V7 order in and ready yourself for the Avon Descent
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Drifter 2. Great social double touring kayak with bulkhead and sealed compartment.
Price $1500.00. Special Price $1100.00. One only ​​​​​​​
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 Epic V14 Performance. Price $3995.00. Special Price $3100.00. One only

Length: 6.4m
Width: 42.9 cm

Capacity: 136kg
Weight 15.5kg

also

Epic V10L Performance. Price $3995.00. Special Price $3100.00. One only
 
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Ski & kayak stretch covers $100.00 - $115.00 
 
 
 I think it's been about 35 years since I last saw 16 year old Arron Darcy but on Sunday our paths crossed at the Rose & Crown at Guildford. I often wondered what happened to him so it was great to see him again.

Arron is now married, has two children and a plumbing business employing 10 people. 

Arron was one of the juniors that I used to coach and take white water paddling. He was also one of the young paddlers that were lucky enough to paddle the Harvey White water Course.

It's always good to meet people from the past and get to know what they are doing now.

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Juniors playing on the old Harvey Whitewater Course 
​​​​​​​Ian, Barry, Arron, Andrew and on the far side Richard
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Adam, Craig, Arron and Phil after kayak surfing at Bremer Bay
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Surfing a bigger wave - what a wipe-out it turned out being!!
 
 
Canoes & Trailer for Sale

Want to start a canoeing tour business or need canoes for your group or club!
Price: $3995
 
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Six Coleman canoes in good condition on purpose built galvanized trailer which is currently rego'd until Jan 2019. Package includes approximately 20 life jackets ranging in size from small to XXL and more than enough paddles to give some spares. 

Please note that this is a package deal and we will not separate the items. Please phone Pam on 9378 2523 or email enquiries to pamela.riordan@gmail.com

Price: $3995
 
 
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Grab a Partner - a double or two singles

Location: Riverton Bridge to Ascot Kayak Club
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DR Racing Around the Buoys

Tuesday Evening Race 6th Feb

Michael L -  DR             7.03
Peter Liddle -DR           7.08 & 7.05
Terry B - DR                  7.20
Peter G- DR                 7.25 & 7.32
David B - DR                8.16 & 7.30
Ryan G – DR                7.31
Jason – WH                  8.30 & 8.03
Jane L – DR                  8.23 & 8.15
Charmaine – WH           8.24
John B – WH                  8.27 & 8.26
Wendy B – V7                8.55 & 9.26
Mark – WH                     9.17
Fifi – WH                        9.31 & 10.10
Alan M – WH                  9.32 & 9.45

Friday Morning 9th Feb

Luke DR –                   3.09
Peter L DR –               3.18
Ryan DR –                   3.20
Terry DR –                   3.24
John B WH –               3.46
Kris S WH –                 3.47
Maya DR –                  3.51
Jane DR –                   4.07
Matt –                          4.53
Steve S – Rowers got in his way.

 
 
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