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We provide quality sea kayaks,
paddles and accessories for all our guided trips,
expeditions and rentals.
All equipment is selected for its
performance and safety features and maintained to the
highest standard.
All
our kayaks
are directionally stable, closed cock-pit ("sit in") kayaks,
designed for oceanic conditions. They have sealed bulkheads,
waterproof hatch covers and adjustable footrests.
Some are fitted with rudders, for
those who prefer to use them.
Our current fleet comprises
24 singles and
7 doubles. |
Our specially designed sea
kayak trailer holds up to 12 kayaks, with ample
storage boxes for paddles and accessories. |
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Single Kayaks: |
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The bulk of the fleet
are Lasers, by
the Rainbow Company, Italy. We currently have 14 lasers, 5 are fitted
with rudders. We have found the lazer to provide the best
comfort and overall performance for most paddlers; They are
stable
enough for beginners; offer
great secondary stability, for
controlled edging, for the
intermediate paddler, and; track extremely well in advanced
conditions.
The lazer is 512cm long by 57cm wide and weighs 28kg, and
offers an excellent compromise of speed and stability.
We also have a variety of other
single kayaks (one or two of each):
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Quest by P&H (fibreglass construction, UK) |
Ysak by RTM (France) |
Sealion Fastnet by Perception (UK) |
Barracuda by Prijon (Germany) |
Catalina by Prijon(Germany) |
Oasis by Rainbow (Italy) |
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Doubles ( Tandems)
Doubles are popular with those who prefer
companionship and teamwork, rather than the solitude and
independence of a single. They are also useful for
matching up paddlers of different strengths and are a great
advantage on windy days, as they offer increased stability
and efficiency. We have two types; most are fitted
with foot rudders, controlled by the rear seated paddler.
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Rainbow Atlantis |
Rainbow Oasis double |
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Paddles, Buoyancy aids and
Spraydecks |
| Paddles:
Lendal Nordkapp, archipelago and kinetic
touring, most are right hand controlled, 220cm in
length and feathered at 70 degrees. We also have
some of different lengths, variable feather and left
handed controlled. |
Buoyancy aids (PFD's): are the Sea
Vest by Peak UK. Completely unrestrictive, easy
to wear and adjust, does not ride up when swimming;
useful front pocket for camera, sun cream, etc. |
Spray-decks: We use
high quality PVC/cordura spray-decks by Shockwave; easy to
put on and remove; adjustable ensuring perfect fit; not as
hot in summer as neoprene.
We also have neoprene decks available in all sizes. |
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Claire and Roland in an
Atlantis, with Lendal paddles, Peak Sea Vests and
Shockwave spray decks. |
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