Advise on starting out.

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Hamr
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Advise on starting out.

Post by Hamr » Tue May 13, 2008 7:14 pm

Well. How are you keeping?

I'm looking at taking up kayaking as a hobby. Done it a few times in a rental format and loved it. Always been more at home on / in the water then on land. Lol. Anyway I have been searching the internet for all the information I can but nothing beats first hand knowledge so all advise and help is greatly appreciated.

I'm living on the Limerick / Clare border. Most of my use will be rivers and lakes. However with the coast only a short drive away I would like a good all rounding kayak. I have been looking at the Easky 13 and 15 and also some of the Pyranha kayaks. River Deep Mountain High in Limerick have a Pyranha (not totally sure of the model sorry) for 700e. Was told its a great all rounder and good for starting off.

Will I get a good length of time out of a starter or will I grow out of it quickly and need to get another?

Any and all advise welcomed along with tips and ideas. I heard UL here in Limerick do lessons so I will get in contact with them.

Thanks.

J.

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Re: Advise on starting out.

Post by Seanie » Wed May 14, 2008 3:23 pm

UL is a good start, sound lads and lassies there.
There website:
http://kayak.csn.ul.ie/

There is also the Limerick Canoe Club, I don't know much about it, but I found contact details on the ICU's website. (at the bottom of the page)
http://canoe.ie/HomeInfo/Membership/Clu ... fault.aspx
Limerick Canoe Club - Paula Dillon - 087 2036599

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