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28th February 2020 CDU
Newsletter 640
Epic Kayaks have just released the new Epic V9 which will be coming to WA and Canoeing Down Under soon. See below.
The Progressive Racing Group are extremely keen not to miss a night of training. Even on Tuesday when we had the big storm 19 paddlers turned up for training.
There was also a good number at Skills Training on Thursday evening when another storm was heading through.
I can't remember seeing so many electrical storms as we have had over the last few days. There have been some spectacular lightning shows, many captured by John O'Sullivan. John takes some amazing photos. Check out his facebook page.
It will be interesting to see if any of the rivers start to flow.
The Tuesday evening storm had members taking cover for several minutes. The river was perfect for paddling once it had gone through.
Kimberley Presentation
I will be presenting my Epic Adventures in the Kimberly
1982 -2002
on Sunday March 22nd 3.15pm at
THE FREMANTLE 2020 ADVENTURE TRAVEL FILM FESTIVAL
20 – 22 March 2020
Come and hear all the stories
A crocodile patrols close to my campsite.
A secure fence around our tent to keep the crocodiles at bay!!
Guess what woke me in the night?
Olympic Slalom Selection Race
WAs Brodie Crawford paddling for selection in C1M slalom but narrowly missed out to Daniel Watkins
With only one male in K1 being selected WAs Ben Pope missed out. Lucien Delfour clinched his place.
WAs Steven Lowther was also contesting the C1 selection.
When a sports writer, writes an article on a sport, you would have thought they would have some idea the difference between a oar and a paddle.
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2020 Australian Ocean Racing Team
Paddle Australia has announced the Australian Ocean Racing Team for 2020. Congratulations to the following WA paddlers who have been selected:
Brendan Rice - Open Men
Kent Jenkinson - U23 Men
Jazmin Shipway-Carr - U23 Women
Harriet Brown - U18 Women
India-Rose Sheppard - U18 Women
Kate Atkinson - 40-44 Women
Natasha Leaversuch - 45-49 Women
Madeline Baxter - 50-54 Women
Mark Hopper - 55-59 Men
Julie Jenkinson - 55-59 Women
Rob Jenkinson - 60-64 Men
Tim Cornish - 60-64 Men
Ron Clarke - 65-69 Men
Selma Alibegovic - U23 Women (reserve)
Patrick Eley - Junior Men (reserve)
The team will compete at the 2020 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Viana Do Castelo, Portugal (3rd-6th September 2020).
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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.
- 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.
- Use your wrists alternately to lift the leading edge of the blade as it sculls backwards and forwards.
- The paddle shaft should be held low to guarantee a flat sculling blade and maximum contact with the water.
The kayak is essentially controlled by knee lift. The
knee opposite the sculling side usually supplies the lift. However, when you use sculling to resist a capsize, lift should come from the knee nearest to the sculling blade.
Doug having a great time in the surf!
New Epic V9
Coming Soon to Canoeing Down Under
COMING SOON
V9 – The Future of Surfski
Speed, stability, agility. The V9 has it all in spades. The latest entry to the Epic surfski line up can take you to new and exciting places you’ve only dreamed of: downwind surfing, open-ocean crossings, challenging races, fitness sessions, or just plain fun. Decades of experience in advanced hull designs has produced the most versatile surfski on the water! At 19’ x 19”, the V9 was designed by Epic’s founder and chief designer, Greg Barton, to fill a sweet spot
between the V8 Pro and V10 Sport. Like the Gen 3 V10, the V9 has been optimized for downwind surfing, with increased rocker, and stability. Flatwater speed is a step up from the V8 Pro due to the slightly narrower beam. This is the boat many paddlers have been waiting their whole lives for – the one that launches you onto the swells, glides efficiently across the water, and keeps you in the “zone”.
The comfort of Epic surfskis is legendary. We believe that better comfort leads to greater performance. If you’re not comfortable in the boat, nothing else matters! The seat ergonomics of the V9 are superb, incorporating the shape of the Gen 3 V10 seat, with a lower “hump” under the knees for improved leg power. The cockpit configuration, with the fully adjustable Epic footboard, accommodates paddlers from 4’11 to 6’6” tall (1.5 to 1.99 m). Our popular side carry handles make it a breeze to
carry solo.
The V9 also comes with Epic’s revolutionary high-volume bailer system. The bailer can be completely closed for flat or cold water environments, and has four adjustable positions depending on the conditions, from mild to wild. It can be easily operated with your foot so you never miss a stroke.
Decades of experience in the making, by arguably one of the world’s best designers, the V9 is the boat we have all been waiting for!
SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 19’ 5.79 m
Width: 19.3” 49 cm
Depth: 12.6” 32 cm
Paddler Fit: 4'11" to 6'6" (1.5m to 1.99m)
CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS
Performance
15 kg
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Infusion grade foam core
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A composite hybrid of fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar
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Vacuum infused, heat-cured epoxy
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Black bow & stern
Ultra
12 kg
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Nomex honeycomb core
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Woven carbon, Kevlar and fiberglass fabric
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Vacuum bagged, heat-cured epoxy
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Red bow & stern
Lightweight two piece paddles
Epic V14
Performance
Do you want to go fast
An amazing special price.
Usually $3999.00
It's New and
Under half price. What a bargain.
SPECIAL Price $1800.00
SunSmart Women of the Avon
Ascot Kayak Club, 21st & 28th March, 4th April
Paddle WA are once again running the 2020 SunSmart Women of the Avon program for all women wanting to undertake the challenge of competing in the iconic 2020 Avon Descent!
Find out the details of the program in the link below, including an exclusive offer on all equipment needed for the race generously provided by
Canoeing Down Under!
Registrations close 11.59pm on Wednesday 18th March.
Details and entry
Rod Fry Memorial Race
Swan Canoe Club, 8th March
Entries are now open for the 2020 Rod Fry Memorial Race organised by Swan Canoe Club. The race will feature a 3km, 6km and 12km course and is open to all kayaks and SUPs.
Check-in: 6:15-7:00am
First grid: 7:30am
Morning tea provided after the race
$250 prize for fastest male and female (12km course only(
Registrations close 11.59pm Thursday the 5th of March.
2020 Canning Classic
Registrations will be held on the morning of the race.
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