A new kayak

[Gemani2]

Nice kayak, we have a 'gosea' ( or seago' ..not which way around the name is !) and an inflatable . We prefer the rigid kayak over the inflatable any day and , for messing around the beach , went for the brightest colour we could( bright orange) just in case we drift off , we can be easily spotted( no good a blue kayak on a blue sea !!) but please please will someone advise me on how we can transport the rigid kayak ?? We have a hymer and it's just to high to haul up there on the roof, without one of us actually getting on and off the roof all the time . I have seen cradles that strap on the roof and drop over the side but again our roof is too high . When parked we strap it to the bike rack but it's too long to travel with it on there and it goes inside the hymer for travelling which is not ideal as it would become a missile in an accident !!

If you have a hymer how do you transport your kayak ?? We recently were told of an 8ft kayak that will just about fit on the back rack without protruding more than the mirrors

 

[Robmac]

I've also got one of these Richard;

EXCURSION 5 BOAT SET WITH ALUMINIUM OARS AND PUMP #68325: Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

Great for longer trips when I need to carry more gear. Also powered by electric outboard.

And people do some nice modifications to them;

Intex Excursion 5 Inflatable MOD. - The Hull Truth - Boating and Fishing Forum

Sort of defeats the object, but I will put a plywood floor in mine and a decent seat.

 

[Robmac]

Nice kayak, we have a 'gosea' ( or seago' ..not which way around the name is !) and an inflatable . We prefer the rigid kayak over the inflatable any day and , for messing around the beach , went for the brightest colour we could( bright orange) just in case we drift off , we can be easily spotted( no good a blue kayak on a blue sea !!) but please please will someone advise me on how we can transport the rigid kayak ?? We have a hymer and it's just to high to haul up there on the roof, without one of us actually getting on and off the roof all the time . I have seen cradles that strap on the roof and drop over the side but again our roof is too high . When parked we strap it to the bike rack but it's too long to travel with it on there and it goes inside the hymer for travelling which is not ideal as it would become a missile in an accident !!

If you have a hymer how do you transport your kayak ?? We recently were told of an 8ft kayak that will just about fit on the back rack without protruding more than the mirrors

Are you a member of the Song of the paddle forum? There are a few motorhomers on there who may be able to help.

 

[Tbear]

Nice kayak, we have a 'gosea' ( or seago' ..not which way around the name is !) and an inflatable . We prefer the rigid kayak over the inflatable any day and , for messing around the beach , went for the brightest colour we could( bright orange) just in case we drift off , we can be easily spotted( no good a blue kayak on a blue sea !!) but please please will someone advise me on how we can transport the rigid kayak ?? We have a hymer and it's just to high to haul up there on the roof, without one of us actually getting on and off the roof all the time . I have seen cradles that strap on the roof and drop over the side but again our roof is too high . When parked we strap it to the bike rack but it's too long to travel with it on there and it goes inside the hymer for travelling which is not ideal as it would become a missile in an accident !!

If you have a hymer how do you transport your kayak ?? We recently were told of an 8ft kayak that will just about fit on the back rack without protruding more than the mirrors

Guess why I am getting an inflatable

Richard

 

[Deleted member 8180]

Have you tried the blow up jobbies (behave you lot) and if so what do you think of them.

Richard

We have a Grabner 'adventure' which we've been using for around 10 years. Not as fast as a hard boat, but fine for leisurely paddling. We've had it on grade 3 without problem and it self bails which is handy. Not the cheapest, but performance and durability are excellent.

EXPLORE WATER WAYS

 

[Tbear]

I looked at the Sevylor Colorado Richard. They look very well made and are very stable. I have read reports of the seams on the bladder spliting though, but you can get replacements.

I had strong leanings toward one but then I read the same thing. Could not see one in the shop today and the only kayak they had out looked it had sprung a leak so I came home with a load of triple chocolate flapjack instead.

No wetsuits in there Peterborough shop either.

Richard

 

[Tbear]

I've also got one of these Richard;

EXCURSION 5 BOAT SET WITH ALUMINIUM OARS AND PUMP #68325: Amazon.co.uk: Sports & Outdoors

Great for longer trips when I need to carry more gear. Also powered by electric outboard.

And people do some nice modifications to them;

Intex Excursion 5 Inflatable MOD. - The Hull Truth - Boating and Fishing Forum

Sort of defeats the object, but I will put a plywood floor in mine and a decent seat.

455kg Even I'm not that bloody fat.

Not sure if you have two settees and an outboard in it you can call it kayak either.

Richard

 

[Deleted member 8180]

Nice kayak, we have a 'gosea' ( or seago' ..not which way around the name is !) and an inflatable . We prefer the rigid kayak over the inflatable any day and , for messing around the beach , went for the brightest colour we could( bright orange) just in case we drift off , we can be easily spotted( no good a blue kayak on a blue sea !!) but please please will someone advise me on how we can transport the rigid kayak ?? We have a hymer and it's just to high to haul up there on the roof, without one of us actually getting on and off the roof all the time . I have seen cradles that strap on the roof and drop over the side but again our roof is too high . When parked we strap it to the bike rack but it's too long to travel with it on there and it goes inside the hymer for travelling which is not ideal as it would become a missile in an accident !!

If you have a hymer how do you transport your kayak ?? We recently were told of an 8ft kayak that will just about fit on the back rack without protruding more than the mirrors

We transport our rigid boats on the roof. We have a roller that hooks on the rear rail to make it easier and a folding ladder to help when tying down. On holiday we take the inflatable.

 

[Robmac]

455kg Even I'm not that bloody fat.

Not sure if you have two settees and an outboard in it you can call it kayak either.

Richard

Nice for sleeping in on the bank under a tarp though.

 

[Deleted member 8180]

I had strong leanings toward one but then I read the same thing. Could not see one in the shop today and the only kayak they had out looked it had sprung a leak so I came home with a load of triple chocolate flapjack instead.

No wetsuits in there Peterborough shop either.

Richard

I wouldn't normally paddle in a wetsuit unless I was certain of a swim. Usually use fibre pile/ pertex (buffalo style) which dries quickly and is warm even when wet.

 

[Tbear]

Hi Rob

Just been looking at https://www.gov.uk/government/uploa...achment_data/file/301603/gemi1011bujd-e-e.pdf. Looks great fun. Are you doing it off your own back or doing a tour.

Richard

 

[Robmac]

Hi Rob

Just been looking at https://www.gov.uk/government/uploa...achment_data/file/301603/gemi1011bujd-e-e.pdf. Looks great fun. Are you doing it off your own back or doing a tour.

Richard

Just me and a mate, we were supposed to be going in August, but he had to cancel and he may not come at all now, so might be going on my lonesome.

We did the Gt Ouse last year, from near Milton Keynes, down to St Neots. It really was a fantastic trip and my mate did the following thread on it on a fishing forum, if you scroll down through the thread you will get to some pictures;

The Pikers Pit

The Wye should be even more spectacular!

 

[Tbear]

Just me and a mate, we were supposed to be going in August, but he had to cancel and he may not come at all now, so might be going on my lonesome.

We did the Gt Ouse last year, from near Milton Keynes, down to St Neots. It really was a fantastic trip and my mate did the following thread on it on a fishing forum, if you scroll down through the thread you will get to some pictures;

The Pikers Pit

The Wye should be even more spectacular!

Great photos and it looked like the weather was kind to you. Must let me know where you are going next year if you want company. I'm a pensioner then so will be available to do daft things like messing about on a river

Richard

 

[Robmac]

Great photos and it looked like the weather was kind to you. Must let me know where you are going next year if you want company. I'm a pensioner then so will be available to do daft things like messing about on a river

Richard

That would be good Richard, we'll have to plan a trip, with the current of course!

As Ratty said in Wind in the Willows;

"there is nothing -- absolutely nothing -- half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats."

 

[Tbear]

That would be good Richard, we'll have to plan a trip, with the current of course!

As Ratty said in Wind in the Willows;

"there is nothing -- absolutely nothing -- half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats."

Mother nature is always right. If she says a river should flow one way, who am I to argue.

I may just hold you to that. Is is possible to navigate much of the the Nene,.

Richard

 

[Robmac]

Mother nature is always right. If she says a river should flow one way, who am I to argue.

I may just hold you to that. Is is possible to navigate much of the the Nene,.

Richard

I haven't tried the Nene Richard, but I don't see why not. There are a few locks though, which would require a portage. Nothing too difficult though.

 

[Tbear]

I haven't tried the Nene Richard, but I don't see why not. There are a few locks though, which would require a portage. Nothing too difficult though.

Had a look. 95 miles then out into wash. Would two canoes together be safe to put through a lock or is it always portage?

Richard

 

[Robmac]

Had a look. 95 miles then out into wash. Would two canoes together be safe to put through a lock or is it always portage?

Richard

Yes it's fine to go through the locks, and it may be a good option if they are set in your favour. But if the lock is set against you and you have to wait for oncoming boats to turn it around, then it is quicker to portage.

 

[Tbear]

Yes it's fine to go through the locks, and it may be a good option if they are set in your favour. But if the lock is set against you and you have to wait for oncoming boats to turn it around, then it is quicker to portage.

Makes a lot of sence. Give me a ring when you fancy a go. Make me make my mind up which canoe, kayak, floaty thingy I want. Got a pair of trunks so far.

Richard

 

[Robmac]

Makes a lot of sence. Give me a ring when you fancy a go. Make me make my mind up which canoe, kayak, floaty thingy I want. Got a pair of trunks so far.

Richard

Will do Richard.

You will need to join the BCU which effectively licenses you to use the rivers in your canoe;

BCU Membership

You've got me thinking now, do I go for a better canoe...........