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ISSUE FORTYone • 2007 3

Queen Charlotte Sound 6
Southern Kuaotunu Peninsula - Coromandel
Jewel 8
Tales of kayak cray potting 13
Exploring Fiji 14
70 years young and still paddling grade 4 16
Round Rangitoto 7 July 18
Communications 19
Cooks Corner 20
Holding your breath 21
Land of fire and ice? Baptism of fire?…… 22
Stupendous Lake Arapuni 28
Anjuli Burrell – Abel Tasman Easter 2007 30
Avoid being a Judder Bar 32
Coastal Invaders 33
Unicorns sighted in the Bay of Islands 34
Front cover photo: Diane Richardson
Photo by: Shelene Paraone
Issue 41
Product available - Buy online 38
Product release 40
Becoming a Canoe & Kayak Licensee 42
NZ Kayak Magazine Buyers Guide 43
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At sea, a kayaker is more exposed to the
elements than any other outdoor enthusiast.
A tramper, for example, can take shelter
from inclement weather and, if injured,
can bivvy up till help arrives. When you are
swimming and your kayak has been ripped
away from your grasp by a wave or gust of
wind, there is no shelter.
Standing on the beach, no one intentionally
misreads the weather. Troubles come when
we make the call to go and conditions
become dangerous.
Weather forecasts minimise risk. Attending
courses and practising in gradually rougher
conditions off safe beaches will develop
your skills so you can cope with the
unexpected. But when the worst happens
to a solo paddler, good communication
equipment on your person is essential for
your survival.
Writing in the last issue a swimming paddler
called a May Day on VHF. A local surf club
inflatable and the Coastguard were soon on
the scene so all ended well. If you too are
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Queen Charlotte Sound
by Joelene Sutton/Herrick
I jumped at the opportunity to spend a weekend kayaking in
Queen Charlotte Sound with the Yakity Yak Club. But I had
only attended the skills course 3 weeks prior, and to say I
was worried about my limited kayaking experience was an
understatement. I also worried whether I would get on in a
very diverse group of people. Would a common interest in
kayaking be enough?
Award Scheme
The NZKI Award Scheme was formed in response to a
growing need in the Kayaking Industry to have more
people with Kayaking qualifications, to encourage more
kayakers towards expanding their skills and knowledge
and to continue to increase the safety of our sport.
The NZKI Award Scheme is structured around the
assessment of skills and knowledge that are required
for the type of activity to be undertaken by the
Instructor or Guide.
A star is awarded for each level achieved, starting off
with the NZKI One Star for personal paddling skills and
knowledge and moving up to the NZKI Five Star for
an Assessor.
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As it turns out, yes! I had a
fantastic weekend!
The trip began with a night
paddle from Picton to
Mistletoe Bay. The night was
clear with a light breeze and
choppy sea. I couldn’t see
the waves before they hit!
It was my first extraordinary
e x p e r i e n c e o f m a r i n e
phosphorescence.
On Saturday morning the persistent breeze was still lingering. Two of our
party hatched a cunning plan to do “what had never been done before”.
Ten kayaks rafted up and with the assistance of three sails, we sailed across
Double Cove towards Kumutoto. The buzz this created was more from novelty
value than the speed achieved. However, as one who does not own a sail, I
did appreciate the free ride. Our original plan had been to check out the
DOC campsites in Kumutoto Bay and set up camp. But we came across an
unexpected gem in Kaipakirikiri Bay, a secluded campsite amongst the trees,
with a good fireplace and a plentiful supply of firewood. We spent the evening
around the fire sharing stories.
On Sunday another clear day, with a light breeze which provided assistance
to those with sails! We followed through on the previous day’s plan, and
headed into Kumutoto Bay, checking out the luxurious facilities offered in the
campsite. We paddled on
to Allports Island, hoping
to find a campsite for
future trips, but alas to no
avail. There were no good
landing spots (on the side
we reached). To avoid a
long haul into a head wind
we made a beeline for the
closest beach and spent
a few hours over lunch
enjoying the sunshine. Liz
directed Andy in a short
film, both confident that the
effort would be sufficient to
win $5,000 prize money on
offer from Cadbury. What
people do for chocolate!
It was a short paddle back
to Picton, and we had four
hours to spare before
boarding the ferry. Some
chose to spend it shopping
or visiting family in the
area, but a dedicated few
took charge of babysitting
ten kayaks. The only seats
which served to keep an
eye on the kayaks were at a
local bar. A nice end to what
was for me, an outstanding
trip. More stories shared
over a few drinks!
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Southern Kuaotunu
Peninsula - Coromandel Jewel
by Robbie Banks
How to have a fantastic kayaking weekend with an
unfavourable weather forecast.
Forecast for Friday the 13th - Gale warning for the Bay of Plenty ( Plenty of
Wind !!! )
A cold front moving northeast & changing to a disturbed southwest flow on
Saturday. 15kts rising to 40kts midday 25-35kts in the evening, seas rough.
Easing 15-10kts Sunday, Monday - SW 10kts variable .
( Great weather for the drive home ugh!!)
I have developed two theories, the best time to plan a trip is definitely on a
Monday: the weather is kinder during the week while we are all heads down
working our butts off.
The next time a high comes over I am off Goff. Stuff the work ! This is more
important. Gotta get the priorities in check.
It is exactly a year this Easter holidays since I have been planning a kayak
mission from Fletchers Bay ( Coromandel ) to Waihi beach. Approx 180kms.
Each time everything is packed and support people organized the weather
rears its ugly head and obstructs my plans! A compromise! Join two fellow
kayakers and attempt rounding Cape Colville from Coromandel to Whangapoua
approx 110kms. Unfortunately the weather was not on our side.
Cancelled once again. Still determined to paddle, I had to figure out how I
could kayak patches of the Coromandel with this forecast. Which part of the
coastline would offer the most shelter ? And remote camping to get away from
the maddening crowd? Continue to research optimum landings, campsites etc
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for the big trip, remembering the fantastic paddle I
had last November 2006 on the Kuaotunu Peninsula
when strong N.W winds were forecast .
I knew that you get a pleasurable trip and
mesmerizing views if you hug the coastline. It
offers fantastic rock gardening , sea caves, soft
sandy beaches & no concern of dumping surf. You
are spoilt for choices of bays to take shelter along
the Southern Kuaotunu & this was my choice for a
two-day paddle.
Travelling up from Tauranga Saturday night I
allowed 3hrs on winding roads and stayed at
my sisters at Rings Beach just north of Kuaotunu
(Note they are building a bunkhouse, perfect for
future trips with loads of character. Their house is
like a museum complete with a model A & an old
sidecar. If you talk nicely to Ace he will take you
for a ride along the beachfront.)
On arrival Karen took me aside and quietly
enquired ? Had I seen the weather forecast?
“ I didn’t want to tell you over the phone in case
you decided to cancel and we were looking
forward to seeing you” she said as she opened a
bottle of red.
“No worries,” I said,” the wind is supposed to
die down Sunday – Monday.” ( It had better I
thought!)
The next morning it was sunny with grey clouds
hanging around. I met Dennis at the Kouatunu store.
We drove over Blackjack hill (unsealed and very
steep/winding road) rewarded with spectacular
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views at the summit out to the Mercury Islands
and an awesome view south to Opito Bay. We
stopped for a photo session at the lookout. Any
apprehension regarding the weather was replaced
with excitement to be on the water.
We launched at Opito Bay for a short 4km paddle
around Opito point to beautiful Red Beach, which
in this weather is completely sheltered. Note: - A
northerly or southerly wind tends to funnel thru
this small channel on the point, but once around
the corner you are sheltered again. On a trip to Red
Bay last November we were treated to Bottlenose
dolphins swimming up to us in waist deep water.
It is pleasurable to be tucked in this bay looking
out to the Great Mercury Island. The most southern
is Red Mercury Island with Von Luckner cove,
named after a German officer, who was famous for
his escape from captivity in the First World War.
The Great Mercury Islands glistened in the
morning sunshine & happy memories returned
from my paddle over last Xmas especially
remembering the beauty of Peach Grove and our
awe of kayaking past the highest white sandstone
cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere..
We dragged ourselves away from this beautiful
bay and continued on around the point to
Motukoranga Island. It has two caves on the
eastern side. You can paddle through a gap in the
middle of the island to pinnacle rock formations
offering fantastic photo opportunities. We went on
cutting across the opening to Matapaua Bay with its
numerous holiday homes and vehicle access .
The next stop was Sandy Bay. It has a pleasant
grassy patch complete with Nikau palms in the
southern corner, perfect for a coffee and half a
sandwich while enjoying the views across the
Mercury Bay to Whitianga and Hahei. We saved
the other half of the sandwich to eat at our next
stop. Got to pace ourselves!
Warning, the trip down to our campsite at Waitaia
Bay which is only 13kms one-way from Opito took
us over 4 hours! We stopped in all but one bay, all
lovely. Horseshoe bay is set further into the hills
with a substantial headland on the south side
D.O.C signs clearly state “No camping in this bay” .
But it was a great spot to finish the other half of our
sandwiches & explore some more.
We continued to Double Bay, which hides two
small inlets divided by a high ridge. If you look
carefully there is a substantial home perched on
top. The second bay, which is the prettiest and gets
more sun, is privately owned .
We enjoyed a little exploring here, wondering
why there was a wooden walkway and properconcreted
steps up the cliff face to a lookout? On
returning to the beach we saw a no entry sign
and paddling back noticed the house on the hill.
What a spot !
Then it was just a short 2.5km to our campsite at
Waitaia Bay. The bay is bordered by a recreation
reserve with four wheel drive access & a 2hr return
walking track through native bush, signposted on
Time for a cuppa?
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the Whitianga - Kuaotunu road . There is a private
beach house and an A frame building apparently
operated through Kuaotunu search and rescue. It
has a shower & flush toilet!
Tucked away in the western end is a small camping
spot overlooking a fresh water stream, available
by permission of the landowners. A long drop
is available & a large camp table. The bay also
provides a sanctuary for Dotterel & oystercatchers.
Another piece of paradise that we respectfully left
as we found it - happy to return another day.
The return trip was much quicker. We diverted
to Needle Rock. Its narrow hole can be paddled
through on a high tide - It is still possible on a low
tide for the brave and experienced provided the
swell is minimal and you have a plastic kayak -
Dennis made it through but I opted out. I had been
through on the previous trip and had no wish to
add to the dents and scratches already apparent on
my nice new Challenge Five fibreglass kayak.
So, another stop at Red Beach for a bacon & egg
lunch and a short paddle back to Opito.
Unfortunately for Dennis he had to return to
Hamilton - I on the other hand was contemplating
where to go & what to do next ?
The benefit of teaching swimming & having the
school holidays free .
I stayed on the Coromandel for another 5 days
and experienced kayaking & hiking beyond my
expectations - including paddling around the
Pinnacles & Fletchers Bay .
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CRNZ SI KAYAK MARATHON RESULTS
9 th June 2007
ID Name All Events Place Time Category Place
Women Open K1
27 Rosie Shakespeare 5 2:06:36 1
26 Bianca Porteous 6 2:06:37 2
Women U18 K1
28 Charlotte Matthews 8 2:15:25 1
Women MultiSport
47 Wendy Raich 4 2:04:11 1
48 Kim Johnston 7 2:09:21 2
Men K1 Vet
13 Ian Huntsman 9 2:23:47 1
5 Paul Massie 10 2:26:37 2
3 Arnie Le Fluer 12 2:29:42 3
Men K1 Super Vet
52 Keith Alderson 13 2:30:16 1
Men Multisport
44 Kim Harker 1 1:38:17 1
42 Don Reid 2 1:40:35 2
43 Sean South 3 1:45:34 3
Men K1 Open
10 Paul Bourgeus 11 2:28:09 1
14 Hayden Bowen 14 2:31:48 2
4 Craig Porteous 15 2:33:07 3
11 Peter Rattray 16 2:36:52 4
12 Grant Watson 17= 2:44:37 5=
9 Hadyn Lockie 17= 2:44:37 5=
8 Craig Shakespeare 19 2:53:13 7
Race Comment;
The 2007 CRNZ South Island Kayak Marathon Championships were held in near perfect
conditions on the Kaiapoi and Waimakariri Rivers north of Christchurch on Saturday
the 9th June last. The rivers were high with very little flow, paddlers experienced very
light winds and sunny conditions.
Although there was only a small field of competitors there was some very close racing
in the various categories.
The 2007 South Island Open Men’s K1 title was won by Ian Huntsman, of Arawa Club
in Christchurch. He is the current National Masters title-holder and New Zealand
representative. Huntsman showed that he was in very good form by out paddling fellow
paddler Paul Massie. Massie challenged Huntsman for the lead during the first circuit
of the 10 kilometre course but failed to remain in contact with him. Huntsman then
completed the other two laps of the course paddling in the lead by himself.
Rosie Shakespeare was awarded the Women’s Open title after a hard fought duel
between her and fellow club mate, Bianca Porteous. They paddled neck in neck for 26
kilometres. The title was decided in a mad sprint to the finish line. Shakespeare won
by half a nose.
New CEO and High Performance Director for Canoeing
Canoe Racing New Zealand today announced the appointment of Richard de Groen as its new Chief Executive and High
Performance Director.
De Groen is presently Games Team Manager with the New Zealand Olympic Committee, and will take up his new role on 1
August.
In making the announcement, CRNZ chairman Tim Jago said de Groen was ideally placed to lead the sport through a period of
major growth and change. Jago cited de Groen’s background in planning in a high performance sport environment, as well as his
professional qualifications and experience in commerce, as being a strong fit against the CRNZ board’s role specification.
New Zealand canoeists have in recent years returned to the forefront of international racing. Ben Fouhy’s world championship
performance in 2003 and Olympic silver medal at Athens in 2004 heralded a new golden era for the sport. In 2006 canoeing was elevated into the
top echelon of sports when SPARC announced investment of $500,000 for each of the next four years.
Jago said de Groen’s appointment was equally welcomed by athletes, coaches, and administrators. Canoeing has been managed until recently by a
volunteer management committee, supported by 20 hours a week of administrative staff support. De Groen will be joined by a sport development
manager and business manager, and one of his first tasks will be to work with the board to modernize governance arrangements and prepare a
long term high performance plan for the sport.
For further information please contact Tim Jago 0274 950 338 or Richard de Groen 029 486 6932
The only non-Cantabrian in the race, Paul Bourgeus of Blenhiem, won the Senior Mens
title from Hayden Bowen of Christchurch who recently was placed third in the 2007
National Kayak Marathon Championships.
In the Mens multisport category, Kim Harker, also of Christchurch put on a excellent
display of fitness to out paddle his younger challengers and take the Open Multisport
kayak title.
Experience and youth were in very good form. The oldest and youngest competitors ,
Keith Alderson (in his mid-fifties) and Charlotte Matthews aged 18 years, paddled very
good races to take their individual categories. Unchallanged in their categories, they
outperformed many other paddlers in the race.
The next major race for these competitors is the CRNZ Central Regional Kayak Marathon
Championships was held near Blenhiem on the 15th July. A selection race to pick the
New Zealand Team for the 2007 World Kayak Marathon Championships to be held in
Hungary, in September.
New Zealand Junior Flatwater
Sprint Kayakers Success at
First World Champs
Fantastic news from the Junior Flatwater Sprint kayaking World
Champs in Czech Republic.
NZ Junior coach Gavin Elmiger was thrilled to report that both Tom
Yule (from Papamoa) and Lisa Carrington (from Ohope) excelled
at their first international competition at the Racice Regatta course
outside Prague in the Czech Republic.
On the first day of competition both Lisa and Tom easily made their
way through their K1 1000m heats, putting in a fantastic performance
against the worlds best junior paddlers to each make the B finals.
Tom Yule went on to achieve a 3rd place in the K1 1000m B Final with
a time of 3m40sec
Lisa Carrington went on to gain a 7th place in the WK1 1000m B final
with a time of 4m16sec
On the second day of competition Tom and Lisa both put in their best
efforts at K1 500m racing against tough competition.
Tom made it through to semis level, while Lisa went on the gain an
8th position in the B final for WK1 500m.
Canoe Racing New Zealand congratulates Tom, Lisa and Gavin on
a most successful Junior World’s competition. They have achieved
fantastic results for their first international competition and can be
proud of their achievements both personally and in representing
NZ in their sport!
Lisa and Gavin return to NZ, while Tom will be staying on in Austria
to continue to train with the senior men’s K4 squad who will soon be
competing in Duisberg, Germany at the Senior World Champs.
Proud to be associated with:
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Tales of kayak cray potting
by Herb Spannagl
In the short time I have been cray potting from my fishing
kayak I have had no shortage of incidents, some mildly
funny others downright annoying. It makes me wonder
if this has been just a bout of bad luck, a sign of personal
ineptness, perhaps even the dreaded onset of senility. I try
to banish debilitating thoughts with the counter argument,
the road to success and expertise is invariably paved with
incidents. Even that theory is debatable, judging from the
predominance of experts, including fishing greats, who
seemingly have never put a foot wrong.
My cray potting got off to a good start. I scored a couple of pots from my
neighbour, got a Kai-Koura test pot from its manufacturer, which incidentally
out-fished the Warehouse net pots 4:1. When bait in my net pots was ravished
by crabs, Chaddy, who runs the highly popular sight seeing trips to New
Plymouth’s Sugar Loaf Islands, showed me how to make nifty sniffer bait cages
from plastic garden netting that has totally eliminated this problem. Then
thanks to a friendly diver I was able to find more good cray habitat close to
my home. All in all I was doing so well that hardly a morning went by without
at least one crayfish coming up.
One of my most productive locations has been the port’s breakwater. Constructed
from great boulders and man-made concrete akmons its many cavities provide a
natural sanctuary for crays and other sea life that need shelter. My first incident
happened soon after I began potting at the Lee Breakwater.
An octopus attacked crayfish in my pot. In the confines of a kayak it is not easy
to free the tangle of firmly sucked on octopus arms, especially when some are
attached to one’s legs. One morning I pulled up a particularly big brute that
was trying to demolish a crayfish through the cage. It was so determined to
hold onto its prize that I only managed to get rid of it by a few direct hits with
the paddle. I removed the cray or rather what was left of it and then paddled
off to do some line fishing. My speed was slower than usual but I put that
down to a steady headwind.
Once I arrived at my fishing destination, I anchored, put my berley pot out and
settled down in the gently rocking swell to wait for my first bite. While I was
concentrating on fishing I felt something moving under my butt. Yes, there
it was again, the unmistakable feeling of a probing finger. Through my thin
pants I could feel every poke, every exploratory push. I sat bolt upright with
my mind racing in panic mode. Unable to jump up I had to slowly shift away
into a side-saddle position to get a look at the seat. That’s when I saw that the
“mystery” finger was the tip of an octopus arm exploring through one of the
scupper holes that drains the seating area. As I watched more arms appeared
through other scuppers and eventually some came over the side. Obviously
it was the same beast I had knocked off the cray pot. He had hitched a ride
on the bottom of my kayak. No wonder I had a slow paddle. Gory as it may
sound my only option was to amputate several arms before my determined
stowaway decided to abandoned ship.
My second incident was not funny at all. I had already discovered that the
closer I set my pots to the breakwater’s concrete akmons the better they
worked. Other people did too and soon there was a line of buoys all along
the breakwater. We all got consistent catches but as it turned out this was
not a free ride since one morning my buoys had simply vanished. At first I
thought my pots had been stolen, but after a bit of searching I spotted a blue
rope from one of my pots tangled in the akmons. Luckily the swell was low,
allowing me to get close enough to the gigantic concrete blocks to hook out
the rope with the paddle. It was dangerous work but with good timing I was
able to free the rope and the pot, which was also trapped among the concrete
forms. Not suspecting any thing untoward I refilled the bait cage and placed
the pot a good 25 metres from the wall. Despite more intensive searching I
could find no sign of my second pot.
When I arrived at the ramp early next morning I met a couple of very angry
mates who had just been out to clear their pots. They only found one of four,
which was like mine the day before also trapped among the boulders. It had
a grapple hook with its own line tangled in the pot line close to the buoy. This
evidence pointed to a night raid by thieves who had used a grapple to snare
the ropes of any pot close enough to reach from the breakwater. However,
when trying to pull them sideways most of the pots snagged before they could
pull them out. The swell did the rest, tangling the ropes and further jamming
the pots and buoys. That was obviously what had happened to my own pots
the previous day. As I had feared I again found my Kai-Koura pot jammed
solid and its rope hopelessly tangled. I tried all day at varying stages of the
tide to free the mess and finally succeeded with the help of a diver to salvage
the pot. As he cut it loose he found the other pot nearby and freed that one
too. I was lucky to have got away with only losing ropes and buoys to such
an unexpected threat. Until this incident I had only worried about sharks in
the sea not those on land.
That incident and the subsequent long spell of foul weather on our West
Coast disrupted my plans to collect a few more crays for a neighbour’s 60 th
birthday cum retirement party. With the date looming ever closer I decided
to try my home made snatch pot in the much calmer lee of the breakwater. I
tied an old rope to a Jenola bottle buoy and fixed an extra junk of railway steel
to the bottom of the net. The theory of snatch potting is that you paddle out
after dark, lower the baited net near a cray bearing structure and after say 20
min. quickly pull it up; hopefully laden with the crawlies. One dark night I
did just that and despite being declared insane by my better half I put most
of the theory into practice without any trouble at all, with the only snag that
someone had forgotten to tell the crays to play their part. I did two sets like an
old hand but somehow during the third a bit of twisted rope caught in the net
bag and before I could do anything about it the weighted net pulled the buoy
slowly under until it disappeared beyond the beam of my torch. It is hard
to describe my feelings at that moment. Probably surprise, anger, followed
by resignation and finally relief; because deep down I was never sure if this
snatch potting was really going to work. Needless to say I got no empathy
from the TV couch potatoes back home either.
Until these dampeners, cray potting had been a ray of sunshine in a spring
that has been unusually bleak, weather as well as fish wise. When we should
have filled up on gurnard we got spiny dogs and red cod instead. Sure we
had a few good snapper trips to Whitecliffs in North Taranaki but this Snappa
Mecca has since been gazetted as a no-take marine reserve. Yet another
marine reserve proposal, this time in the safest kayak fishing area next to New
Plymouth’s harbour, only requires the consent of the Minister of Fisheries
before that too becomes off limits. Taranaki kayak fishers are indeed facing
a pretty rough time at the moment.
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Exploring Fiji by Shelene Paraone
What an adventure:
Last winter, when out paddling one cold blustery day clutching our thermos
of hot coffee, I remember a remark to Andy from Wellington Canoe & Kayak;
“Wouldn’t it be nice to paddle somewhere warm for a change?” As the cold
days rolled on, somehow the idea took hold. Andy spent more and more time
thinking of the possibilities, and before long the momentum of a dream was
carrying us away on its tides.
Andy found a company called Tamarillo Tropical Expeditions, (www.tamarillo.
co.nz) formed in 1996, set-up and operated by Anthony Norris, Marina,
Mantovani and Ratu Joseva (a traditional chief in Kadavu). With traditional
culture they guide kayaking adventures for all ages and abilities. We designed
our own expedition, a nine-day 165km epic adventure circumnavigating
Kadavu Island. Little did we know then, but our journey would take us through
tranquil, smooth, clear blue waters to some extreme weather conditions, to
unforgettable views and adventure mixed with delightful local culture, food,
and entertainment. We would be left with an inspirational, unique feeling of
traditional villages and lifestyle with all the natural beauty Kadavu people
hold close to their hearts.
As winter settled in nine enthusiasts from the Wellington Yakity Yak Club,
joined by a couple from Auckland, one from the U.K and one from the U.S.A
flew in to Vunisia (capital of Kadavu Island). We were met by Ratu and
Anthony for a boat transfer to Tamarillo’s Kadavu Island Headquarters and
traditional meeting house, Ratu’s coconut plantation and Homestead.
First there were speeches. Ratu welcomed us, “Bula”. This is “Hello”. A gift
of Kava root was presented with chants and claps to complete the ritual.
We had experienced our first ceremonial welcome and the taste for Kava,
Fiji’s traditional welcoming beverage …It is polite to accept two bowls. This
custom was repeated every night at each village, creating a sense of total
relaxation over your whole body. It was a great way to unwind from a long
day’s paddle.
We sat cross-legged on a woven mat in Ratu’s Traditional meetinghouse with
mosquito nets strung and tied from the ceiling of the thatched roof. This was
also our sleeping quarters. We tried our first Fijian delicacy, baked kasava
(similar to our sweet potato) covered in a sweet brown sugary syrup… very
tasty.
A spread of local delicacies awaited us for dinner. This included stuffed crabs,
fresh fish, taro, rice, and taro leaves mixed in coconut cream, with lemon tea to
finish. Kerosene Lanterns enhanced the ambience of the whole culture dinner
experience. (Some villages have generators, but torches came in handy).
We paddled 20-25km (5-6hrs) daily in double and single kayaks. It was 30
degrees C when we set off in quest of adventure with four guides - Qase
(pronounced Gus), Ephramie, and George, all Fijian and Nick a kiwi. Anthony
was on the water with us, and Ratu was in the support boat, carrying our
luggage, fresh coffee and food. The water was clear blue, and smooth. We
heard the hypnotic continual deep hum of the surf folding and crashing on
the distant reef. Andy brought a sail along. Attached to his kayak he moved
through the water with very little effort. Definitely an ideal way to go.
Gliding through the various shades of blue water we admired our surroundings,
endless coconut trees, mangroves and tropical rainforest. There are lots of
small villages, fanned with palm trees, along the coastline. The word “Bula”
echoes from the shores as we passed the locals. We returned their friendly
gesture with “Bula Morcea” (pronounced Morthea) hello and thank you. This
was a regular occurrence throughout our journey.
Lunch was on another white sandy beach. As on each day we had a range of
food from roti stuffed with bjuja or corned beef, home made buns with either
egg, tuna, banana, tamarillo jam, fresh fish with coconut cream, fresh coffee
and coconuts. All these were lovingly prepared by the guides. Most days after
lunch we could laze in the sun or go for a snorkel and be mesmerised by the
impressive coral gardens and stunning coloured fish.
On one particular day, to our surprise we saw a ‘dug out log of wood’ with a
Fijian standing in the stern ‘paddling’ with a long pole, no blades attached.
He cruised effortlessly and stepped on to the beach. “Bula” this young man
greeted us. The dug out traditional canoe base is very rounded and the idea
is you stand on the back edge for balance and use the pole to paddle.
Another day we meet a met Rarumvabuka. He asked “Why did we want
to spend all those hours in the water just paddling?” I guess it seemed
unnecessary to paddle long stretches of ocean at a time. I smiled and said,
Mt Nabukulevu and Cape Washington
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“We wanted to explore how beautiful your Island is by kayak”. He just smiled
and nodded.
We stayed at eight different villages throughout our journey. Accommodation
was a mix of camping, village resorts, bure’s, and community halls. Galoa
Island Resort was our first destination. As we pulled up, we heard “We’ve
been expecting you”. This was from Humphrey and Maraia the proud owners.
Their hospitality was faultless. With more local delicacies and enchanting
entertainment we sang, laughed and shared stories. Next day Humphrey sang
a traditional farewell, while we waved and headed off round the coast.
Muani Village was a charming little community. The children were first onto the
beach to greet us. They looked in awe at our kayaks wanting to have a go, so
Andy yelled, “Who wants to come for a paddle?” Two energetic kids bounded
towards him and leapt in to the kayak. In the evening it was the adults’ turn.
The moonlight was magical, it glowed on the calm water. With squeals of
delight, and laughter we paddled in the bay for an hour.
There is a school here for the near-by villages. We had the pleasure of being
introduced to all the teachers and children from pre-school to intermediate.
We learnt how their education system is run and had a sneak preview of what
they are teaching.
In strong headwinds, torrential rain with metre swells, getting to Daviqele
Village was an interesting feat. We paddled into an inlet and stopped in front
of the mangroves, I heard someone say “It’s a dead end. Where to now?”. We
had to carry our kayaks 150m through the mangrove trees to the other side,
bringing the village about 400metres away in sight.
Ratu Aca is the village chief. In his day he played rugby for Fiji. He told us
how he met Anthony many years ago, when Anthony and a friend surfed into
his village on a big wave. Ratu Aca said “Anyone who could ride a wave that
big and surf up to the shore without capsizing is more than welcome to stay
here”. Anthony and his friend stayed for a week, and they have been friends
ever since.
The next day we rounded the western end of Kadavu Island and Kadavu’s
tallest mountain Nabukulevu. Also known as Mt Washington it stands at 822
Metres high! The surf was rougher, so we headed a little further out to get
round safely. True to the guides’ advice, by late morning the winds were 15+
kph, with a few gusts to 25kph. The sea went slowly and predictably from a
smooth-faced ½ - 1 metre swell to more and more. We had time to settle into
the rhythm and the more challenging paddling of the day. In 3 ½ to 4 ½ metre
swells, we rolled, swayed, and watched the volume of water rolling before
us. Some of us tried to get the most distance out of each wave by surfing the
edge and riding with it, speeding at 8-12 knots down the face of the swells.
The rides were fast and joyfully noisy, adrenaline on high. This was ocean
kayaking at its best.
Round the corner of the island the sea flattened out and lunch was a half km
up the coastline. The rest of the afternoon was magnificent, dead flat, clear
blue waters, and only a whisper of wind.
Tavuki Village was one of the more traditional places in which we stayed. In
1988 Ratu Nacagilevu House was built. Meetings are held here by chiefs and
elders from around Kadavu Island, to discuss important issues and make
decisions. We were honoured to meet one of the elders Ratu Jone, who
welcomed us with the Kava ceremony. We also had the pleasure of meeting
Ratu Joseva’s sister Bulou Lusiana (the word Bulou is the feminine version to
Ratu meaning chief)
We arrived at Daku Village, and were honoured to be invited by the chief ‘Epi
Ravono’ to his son Eprioni’s 21 st birthday party. It was an exquisite display
of traditional culture. He was dressed in the formal tapa cloth wrap made by
his mother, with a patterned shirt, lei and head dress. The party carried on
until daylight.
Having completed our circumnavigation of Kadavu Island, we left our kayaks
at Ratu’s homestead and walked through the mangroves behind his place to
Matava Resort. We should have been suspicious when someone said, “There
would be a little mud”. It didn’t really register until we got to the start of the
trees; there we were faced with a great expanse of black swamp mud. “ You
are joking”, I heard “We’re not going through that are we?” Ephramie beamed
a big smile, crossed his arms and strode off into the mud. For the next half hour
we ploughed through knee deep. I heard Joy say, “ I know I’d wanted to trek
but this wasn’t what I had in mind”
Still it was a memorable end to the trip. We hosed ourselves down at the resort
boat ramp and were looking forward to the hot shower we had been missing
all week. Matava with its relaxing beach front bure’s, decks, hot showers and
gorgeous views, complete with its charming maitre d’ called Maggie was a
marvellous end to a captivating and challenging week.
The great Astrolabe reef surrounds Kadavu’s exquisite coastline, impressive
views, and lovely warm climate. It protects the white coral beaches from
pounding Pacific swells and provides tranquil lagoons and passages,
faultless bays and beaches. Its remote and unspoiled environment, around
its immaculate clear, turquoise waters, is perfect for kayaking and cultural
interaction. It’s an absolute must to see and experience. “Why wouldn’t you
want to go there?” I say. Discover for yourself that wonderful heart warming
feeling that soothes the soul.
I really think that by seeing Fiji in its natural environment with all its raw
features and beautiful people this was one of those truly special trips where
you get more out of it than you thought. Having shared such an experience,
with photos capturing all those memorable moments, this is most certainly
an adventure I will do again.
Plans are afoot for a return trip next year.
The Kadavu Classic will run from July 6-12 2008. Travelling to Nadi on Saturday
July 5 and home on Sunday July 13. This makes it a 9-day trip in total. This should
require only 5 days leave from work for most people).
Please contact Jim or Andy at Wellington@canoeandkayak.co.nz
Another tough day in Fiji
Brett Guilliard, Joy Tracey,Qeorge ,Andrea Pichler, Andy Lynch, Rachel
Sutton,Gus, and Dani (USA)
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70 years young and
still paddling grade 4
Some call him River Ron, while others call him Old Man River.
I prefer to think of him as a Gentleman Paddler. He likes to
call himself a Government-Sponsored Paddler.
Ron is a life member of The Waikato Kayak Club. Formerly known as the
(Hamilton Canoe Club.)
He started with the club long before I even thought of paddling and so I’ve had
to get help with this story from more experienced paddlers.
We take it for granted that we can crash down a bolder strewn rapid, in tough
plastic boats, bouncing off rocks and even using rocks to launch ourselves over
drops if need be. But when Ron had finished helping Noah build the Ark and
then took up kayaking it wasn’t that simple. Back then if you weren’t careful
you would have nothing left of your boat except perhaps the cockpit rim still
around your waist like a bent hula-hoop. We also take it for granted that no
matter what river we are on, we can always follow someone who has been
there before and knows the best lines. This wasn’t always so and Ron could
tell a few stories of paddlers who spent nights in the bush and helicopter
rescues. Yes helicopters have been around for a long time.
A lot of our better-known rapids are named after people who had difficulties
running them but none that I know is named after Ron. Whether that means
he has never had trouble on any remains a mystery.
Recently the club did a Rangitaiki trip on the ‘Jeff’s Joy’ section of the river. As
usual Ron was waiting at the take out when we arrived, ready to fill his van
with boats and their owners for the drive to the put in. This time Barb had
not come along so we were without our favourite shuttle driver. As you can
probably guess, the run is named after ‘Jeff’, its main rapid. Jeff didn’t have
much joy running this wonderful piece of white water.
Ron has lived through the timber and canvas age, the ply wood and the
fibreglass age, and has embraced the plastic age with enthusiasm and has
had more than his fair share of plastic boats.
On this trip he had his relatively new red Jackson creeker. At the put in we were
ready to paddle off down the short flat section to the start of the white water
action. The crew was Anne our scientist and genetics expert, Drew the mad
council mower operator expert, Justine and Robbie our new Scottish imports
and cold water experts, Brian our school teacher and large family expert, Linton
our computer expert, Michelle and Gavin our McLarens Falls experts, myself a
nail bangeriner expert and Ron our Government Sponsored Paddler.
All the main rapids are right at the start, so you need to be warmed up and
have your stuff together right away. The first rapid contains Rocks A and B.
They aren’t named after anyone; rather I think they are named after the first
letters of swear words of your own preference. Ron once told me that before
Rock A had its infamous reputation and long boats were the only boats, the
main tactic of getting passed it was to run straight up onto it, let the current
take the tail and wash you around the corner. Makes me cringe to think of it.
Ron always runs this section but has long since given up the old tactic. He now
eddie hops with the best of them. However, Justine making her first decent,
unwittingly used the old tactic in a much shorter boat. Luckily it all turned out
ok. The current did its thing, took her around the corner and out of harms way
but I don’t recommend it.
We all caught the eddies just above the next named rapid, Fantail. I noticed that
Ron was with the non scouters who were sitting in their boats, peering down
the rapid. Before I could get into position with my camera, Robbie, Michelle,
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Brian, Gavin, Drew and Ron had peeled out of the eddie, taken the hard left
line over the first two drops and were heading for Jeff’s.
I gave the camera to Michelle, who had walked back up to the top of Jeff’s
and made my run. And yes I hit the only exposed piece of rock in the whole
section. It stopped me just long enough to give me no speed as I dropped
into the hole below. But with great skill and bravery I braced my way out and
headed for Jeff’s Joy. Of course this clumsy piece of paddling WAS caught on
the camera and shown at the next club meeting as a very small part of a very
exciting club carnage review.
When I reached the pool at the bottom, there was Ron; waiting patiently for
the rest of us and looking pleased with himself. He had just run what can be
(depending on flow levels) a grade four rapid. I got out of my boat and climbed
back up to Michelle, just in time to see first Anne then Linton showing off their
dog paddling expertise below Jeff’s Joy while Ron helped to retrieve paddlers
and gear. The rest of the run was the usual fun trip. The young guns surfed
every available wave and Ron took his turn showing how it should be done.
I don’t know how many times Ron has run this section over the years but it
must be about 100.
Recently the club has had members paddle some fairly bumpy bits of water,
like for instance, Huka Falls and McLarens Falls (with varying degrees of style
and grace) but will they still be paddling rapids like Jeff’s Joy when they are
seventy. Well, they quite possibly could be but they have a long way to go
first, like another 50 years.
Congratulations Ron from your club mates at the Waikato Kayak Club and a
big thanks to his friends at Canoe & Kayak Taupo for putting on a birthday do
for him.
Terry
Dave Austin is another Waikato Kayak Club Life Member who has known Ron
since Lake Taupo was an active volcano (almost) and has a few snippets to
add that will pose more questions and hopefully, more stories.
I got to know Ron around 31 years ago. It must have been somewhere like
the Full James rapid as he was not an ardent follower of slalom. He lived in
Ohaupo, Trish and I in Whangarei. We had ideas of touring N.Z. in our Bedford
camper, came down from Whangarei to Hamilton around 1977 and stayed
in our camper at Ron and Barbs house for what was supposed to be a few
days and ended up being two months. They had the old house which later
was demolished for the new Lockwood. Around 1985 I remember helping
Ron make a fleet of fiber-glass boats with the distinctive Ron Moore knee
bubbles in the deck. Many will know the time he took his beloved cortina
station wagon to Full James. It was turned into a convertible by a falling tree.
And Ron will try to forget the day he paddled K Gorge in flood and went for
a swim. Thank god that only the boat came off second best and Ron was OK.
But it was a nasty swim.
But one person, his wife Barb, has kept him on track and taken him all over the
place on canoeing trips, with copious amounts of food and drink for everyone.
As they say, behind every great man is a greater woman (I will get 10 brownie
points for that one from Trish).
As I get closer and closer to sixty, the more I admire Ron’s ability to run
rivers which some find difficult. He shames me into keeping on running the
rapids too.
70 who would believe it? To think I knew him all those years ago, when I was
a mere 23 year old.
Happy paddling Ron
from Dave (& Trish) Austin

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Round Rangitoto by Jane Brockie
What shall I say? 18 kayakers left Narrow Neck beach.
18 returned. It was VERY windy. No-one capsized.
it should have been. Hence we had a hard slog along the northern coast, with
nowhere to pull in after McKenzie bay. We saw the yachts disappear past the
Noises and did wonder whether they were doing their own extended round
trip and if we’d encounter them again later.
With great relief that we turned into Gardeners Gap, and what turned out to
be the only calm, relaxing 200 metres of the trip. We went under the bridge
between Rangitoto and Motatapu, about 35 mins before the 3.0m high tide,
into a very shallow shoal just before Islington Bay. There was a deep enough
channel on the Rangi side to get through comfortably, even for the few very
new composite boats in our midst.
We pulled into a sandy beach on the Motatapu side. There was more than
enough space for 18 kayaks, and a grassed area for us to sit and have our
lunch and share some chocolate. Definitely a very important part of any
kayak trip.
Trip leader....where’s my pod
That is not what Rob meant when he asked for a trip report to put on the web,
but it does a good job at summing up our Saturday adventure. However I
will expand .
A couple of months ago I volunteered to lead a trip round the tip of
Whangaparoa. A midday high tide would be good, and an estuary trip possible
as a bad weather back-up plan. Fine, I thought, it’s in the diary. Imagine my
surprise when I was looking at the website to see what else was on. My 2 hour
paddle had somehow metamorphosed into a round Rangi excursion! No-one
knew how this happened. But I can take a hint, sometimes, and having never
paddled around Rangi, I was quite taken with the idea. I contacted other
leaders who’d done the trip, found that it was possible with the tide on that
day, and was advised to go anti-clockwise.
Friday afternoon, the forecast was for a stormy night but with a significant
easing from early morning, easing further in the afternoon. Great, we can
handle that I thought. I contacted everyone on my fairly long list, and went
to bed.
The next morning down at Narrow Neck, the updated forecast had delayed the
easing of the wind. The sea didn’t look too bad. At Bean Rock the wind was
averaging 10knots, Tiri was in the 30s, but it was due to turn south easterly
so we would be sheltered.
The group of 18 assembled for this trip included some very experienced
clubbies, as well as some on the current leaders course. At the briefing I said
that due to the forecast SE wind, we would be going clockwise round Rangi.
This would give us an easier trip with the hard work at the beginning and an
easier last leg home. We organized ourselves into 3 pods mixing experience
with not-so experienced, for safety reasons. Intros revealed we were all from
the North Shore club except Cornelius who had come up from Morrinsville
especially. Good to see you Cornelius.
No sooner had we set off than we saw a few sailing boats sporting huge
spinnakers round North Head, followed by a few more, and a few more….
and a few more, until there was a whole Armada of them. Getting across the
channel would be interesting! Hopefully the sail boats had left at a time when
no container ships were due. The sailors probably saw us and thought they
had a swarm of kayakers in their way. There was one moment when a huge
catamaran seemed to swoop down near one of the kayak pods. “Don’t you
dare run over one of my kayakers” figured largely in my mind. It’s amazing how
maternal you can get when you are the trip leader. Of course there were those
whose spirits rose at the sight of all those stern waves on which to surf.
A quick pre-arranged check at McKenzies Bay, and then we went into the gap.
The south easterly had not read the forecast and was much more easterly than
Last preparations
The wind still had not eased, and had actually strengthened at Bean Rock.
We had set a 12.30 departure time and off we went. As we turned right along
the Rangi southern coast the wind and waves came from broad on the port
quarter. (That’s from the 7-8o’clock point). Those who love to surf had plenty
to play with. I was keeping an eye on my 18 kayaks and had to be very careful
when looking behind. It would not have been a good look if the trip leader
had capsized. There were several anxious moments when I counted only
17, and yes I had included myself. But it is difficult counting kayaks between
wave crests!
Crossing the channel on the way home was relatively easy; no armada of
yachts, less wind, and the waves had shrunk. We had the tide with us as well.
It always pays to have the easy part of the trip at the end of a hard day!
Reg, who had been playing around with a new Greenland paddle all day and
had been told that he was not allowed to capsize on my trip, finally got a chance
to practise his rolling at Narrow Neck. He did invite me to join in but I politely
took a raincheck. What a way to spend your birthday Reg.
Everyone seemed to have enjoyed the trip, it was good to get out and have
a paddle. Hopefully Cornelius thought it worth the long drive up from
Morrinsville to get here.
Lunch at Motutapu
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Communications by James Fitness
Communications
Mobile Phones;
Advantages Everyone (well nearly) has one
With the increasing numbers of paddlers on the water, loss
of life will become more frequent unless we take a more
responsible attitude to SAFETY AT SEA.
As I have quoted in past articles, “A Skipper is responsible for the safety of
the vessel and all on board”.
Although we are unlikely to be carrying passengers, this still does not negate
us from the responsibility of safety at sea.
When conditions worsen, a situation can deteriorate surprisingly quickly. A
gentle paddle out to Browns Bay Reef can become life threatening, if you are
not prepared. Denise Riley should be applauded for his foresight on that day
in March. Having capsized for the second time, he had a VHF radio at hand,
and WAS WILLING TO USE IT.
The Coast Guard had someone to him within 15 minutes.
On occasion we hear of kayakers being run down, found adrift, or stranded
on a beach (or rocks if you’re unlucky).
How do we protect ourselves from such situations?
To quote Eric Hiscock, an old round-the-world sailor, “Nothing is more
important than good, solid preparation”.
The day you lose respect for the sea is the day you should give up boating,
Generally, if you follow the guidelines on small craft safety published by the
coastguard, you can’t go wrong.
With a few modifications you can make it even safer.
WEAR your buoyancy at ALL times.
Have a Safety Flag permanently fitted, and use it.
Carry at least three methods of communication.
q Mobile Phone
q VHF radio
q Flares
q EPIRB / PLB (Personnel Locating Beacon)
Leave a 2 minute form with some one you trust
Submit a Trip Report (TR) with the coastguard or Maritime Radio.
All electronics (including waterproof VHF’s) MUST be kept in a drybag and
on your person. Very good bags are available, which enable the device to be
used without taking it out of the drybag.
Easy to use
Disadvantages They need battery power – battery backup is not always
available.
They do not broadcast your signal. They only work person
to person.
Rescue services cannot follow its signal to locate you.
Coverage is not necessarily available. Phones cannot work
without a repeater station.
VHF;
Advantages Easy to use
They broadcast your signal. Anyone listening on your
channel will hear you. Channel 16 is a distress channel.
Most have backup battery options.
Rescue services can follow your signal.
There are many repeater stations around the coast to aid
reception.
Disadvantages License to use the radio for general use is required.
(Emergency calls may be made by anyone at any time.)
Sometimes expensive.
Flares
Advantages
Disadvantages
EPIRB
Advantages
Disadvantages
No power required
Easy to use
Can be seen by anyone
Can be bulky (though mini flares are available)
They have a shelf life (consider them a renewable insurance
policy)
A misconception, as ‘dangerous’ (but should not be in the
wrong hands)
Easy to use.
Signal sent directly to Search & Rescue HQ
your details are already held on data base
your position is transmitted (to witin 30 meters if you have
the GPS option
It cannot be used for general communication.
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Higher then the world
by Robbie Banks
Living My Dreams
Leaving the City Blues Behind
Feeling Higher in my Mind
Wrapped up in the Sights & the
Sounds
Mesmerizes & Surprises
Serenity and Peace you Supply
Yes - I am High on the World
Southern Kuaotunu Peninsula (Coromandel)
Photo By Robbie Banks 2007
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Holding your breath
by Merl Ward
Russell, the instructor said: “You will need to hold your breath
as long as you can, and remember the signal to instruct your
buddy to bring you up for air”………………………………………
What was the signal? Hold your breath…1 second, 2
second,……. 15 seconds, 16 seconds, (seems like the best
part of a minute). What’s the signal? My lungs are bursting,
I can hear the water in my ears. What’s the signal?………tap
3 times………tap, tap, tap. Oh, the relief as I burst through
the surface. It was part of a lesson teaching me to think
logically under water, whilst trusting my buddy to bring me
up for air.
Friends, when circumstances, somebody, or something deals you that
final blow, when all that’s left seems
meaningless, …..it’s you, and only you,
who can re-invest in your life, turn
the tables so to speak. At nearly three
score years and ten, that is just what I
have achieved.
Now it was my buddy’s turn, she seems
to be taking a long time, 16 seconds,
17 seconds, 18 seconds, (better lungs
than I have) tap, tap, tap, and then the
s t r a i n as I turn her over so she can
breathe again.
That night in the pool, with the
help of Angela (my buddy) and the
encouragement of Larraine, I extended
my boundaries, way out, from there, to
here, way out there, and back to here
again, and, to my great pride I reached
each of those boundaries.
When I got home that night, I was
exhausted, I was bruised in places
you wouldn’t believe, but I was on an
adrenalin rush. I could have flown
around the ceiling. I felt sooo good!
I had learnt to get into a kayak on the
shore, and if tipped out, from the water. I learned to think logically and sense
direction under water whilst holding my breath. I learned to trust my buddy
to bring me up for air. (I’d only met her ten minutes before!)
I had rescued myself from an upturned kayak, and I had rescued my buddy
and that was only part one of a three part Sea Kayaking Stage One Skills
Package.
Part two was a morning on Lake Pupuke, where we learnt paddle strokes,
side paddling, stopping, sweep etc. and a two-man rescue including how to
flip and empty the kayak whilst still on the water. This session was followed
by reading weather, safety, planning, and packing.
Day three was planning for a trip, what to take, wind and weather warnings,
group control, packing, checking safety gear, water bottles, and paddling from
St Heliers Bay to Browns Island. We dined as the sun set over the magnificent
Auckland city and paddled back in the moonlight whilst watching Comet
McNaught in the clear evening sky.
The most exhausting paddle I have taken part in was from Narrow Neck
to Rangitoto, walking (or gasping) to
the summit, gulping down tea and
walking back to the beach to paddle
back to Narrow Neck. It was a fabulous
evening. A group of 22 kayaks left
at 6pm and landed back at Narrow
Neck again at 1.05am. 7 full hours of
exercise.
One of my highlights was learning to
surf in a sit on top kayak. Whoopee!
The exhilaration. Believe me, it leaves
a permanent smile on your face!
And all because my doctor said,
“cholesterol too high”, “blood sugar
– too high, you have become a type
2 diabetic”. I asked if I could try
correcting those readings with diet and
exercise. “Sure”, he said, “but make
sure you choose an exercise that you
really enjoy.”
Ladies and gentlemen, life isn’t all bad,
at least not whilst you’re kayaking.
And I’ve lost another two kilos since
December, cholesterol normal, blood
sugar normal, waistline appearing,
feeling great, what more could a girl
want?
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Land of fire and ice?
Baptism of fire?……
by Justine Curgenven
Kamchatka is a wonderful 900 mile long jagged peninsula
in far East Russia, with a backbone of active volcanoes,
turquoise crater lakes and steaming geezers. Another woman,
Hadas Feldman, and I hoped to kayak 400 miles north from
the capital Petropavolvsk to the next town, Ust Kamchatsk.
It was an ambitious plan as this stretch of coastline contains
no roads, very few people and 10,000 hungry brown bears.
Not to mention the pounding surf. Our expedition would be
the second one ever to kayak this coastline.
As this wasn’t challenging enough, the authorities insisted we must have
a Russian ‘guide’ with us at all times. The only problem was that no-one in
Kamchatka can seakayak so we’d be taking a complete novice with us.
22 year old Alexey Sitnokov was an expert kayaker by Kamchatka standards
– he’d kayaked on flat water twice and he held his paddles the right way up.
He spoke only pigeon English. “tank – yoo” he grinned when I told him he
had the job, and I couldn’t help thinking how quickly that would be wiped off
on his first surf landing.
Before the expedition I took Alexey for a few days kayak training. As we
pulled up at the top of an endless golden beach my heart sank. Instead of the
small introductory waves that I had hoped for, 4 or 5 lines of whitewater were
battering the shore. I glanced at poor Alexey who was smiling a wide smile
of ignorance and trust.
The practice session didn’t start off very well. The young Russian capsized
practically the first time a small wave hit him, and swam 3 more times in a
hour. Back on dry land, he was optimistic to say the least.
“For me, this expedition is crazy. But, I do it anyway.”
Early the next morning, we launched from Petropavlovsk in mist and drizzle.
Hadas is used to a somewhat different climate in her home of Israel and she
wore 3 hats to combat the chill! Even so, we all had beaming grins on our faces
as we pushed off from the shore into the unknown. I felt my whole body relax
as the safe rigidity of land was replaced by the dancing unpredictability of
the sea.
We crossed the sheltered Avacha Bay and turned north into the open ocean.
Immediately we could feel the dormant power of the Pacific ocean as we rose
and fell on the swell. I lost sight of Hadas and Alexey when the crest of a wave
came between us. Landing through the surf would not be easy.
After 8 hours paddling and 30km under our belt Alexey was flagging. It was
time to take on the surf. I went first in what I hoped was a break in the sets. It all
went well until I was within spitting distance of the shore. A small wave started
to break right behind me and turned my kayak sideways violently. Suddenly
cold water hit my face and my ear was in the sea. I felt a sense of inevitability
– the certainty that I’d now have to try to roll alone here in the breaking surf.
But while my mind was trying to work out a strategy, my body kicked in with
natural reflexes. One hip flick and I was upright again – no roll necessary.
With the panicked eyes of a wild animal, I bullied my way gracelessly to
the beach. Once ashore I was shaking with cold, relief and nerves. This was
only day one and Hadas and Alexey were still out there. I couldn’t see them
anywhere. 10 minutes passed. 15 minutes. I cringed at the possibility that I’d
have to fight my way back out through the surf to find them. Finally after about
20 minutes I caught sight of two yellow kayaks coming towards the beach.
Alexey did brilliantly and was almost on shore when one last wave hit him
and capsized him. He walked the last few metres to dry land with his kayak,
but he was smiling. Hadas excitedly told me that Alexey had been capsized
by an unexpected breaking wave way out to sea and she’d had to rescue him.
So he’d swum twice on his first day!
We’d only just set up our tents when the peace was shattered by the rattling
engine of a battered old tank plowing across the dunes in a cloud of sand. It
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came to a sputtering halt besides our tents and 8 soldiers with guns surrounded
us. One of them asked Alexey to show them our documents. After a detailed
study of our permits and a long conversation on his radio, the soldier told
Alexey that we must break camp and take everything – including our kayaks
– on the tank to their military base. I imagined the three of us festering in a tiny
room, unable to leave until we paid an outrageous bribe to a corrupt official
and I refused to go.
Alexey’s wide eyes flickered
from my steely face to the
line of soldiers facing us, his
gaze drawn directly to the
eight guns casually but firmly
held in their hands. “No,” I
repeated.
I tried to empathize with
Alexey. It was only the
first day of the three-week
journey, and he’d already
paddled 30 kilometres and
swum twice. Now one of
the two foreign women who
were meant to be looking
after him was saying “no” to
soldiers with guns. “Don’t be
a soft touch.” I thought.
Eventually Alexey persuaded me we should go and after half an hour bouncing
over dunes on the tank we reached a building and a lookout tower in an
otherwise monotonous dunescape. Hadas and I sat on the tank under armed
guard for three hours as discussions went on inside. Finally a smiling Alexey
emerged saying that we could leave. The soldiers remounted the tank and
drove us back to the exact spot where we’d landed. Apparently our permission
was fine after all. Judging from the shy smiles directed at Hadas and I, I think the
soldiers just wanted something a bit different to do on a boring afternoon.
On our third day as we kayaked past a 200-metre-high cliff with a narrow
beach at the bottom, I spotted what I thought was a barrel at the far end of
the shore.
“Bear!” said Alexey.
“No way,” Hadas and I thought, “It’s at the bottom of a 70-degree cliff.”
We stared intently at the
barrel and it turned and
started loping towards us.
The heat drained from my
body as I realized the agility
and resourcefulness of the
Kamchatka brown bear. If
they’d make the effort to
teeter down a steep cliff face
in the hope of a few scraps
of food then I felt sure they
wouldn’t think twice about
unwrapping our fragile tents
and helping themselves to
the tasty treats inside.
We paddled up slowly and
watched the magnificent
creature turning over bits of
seaweed with his giant paw.
He was sniffing at something
when suddenly he sensed us and turned his nose sharply towards the sea.
Spotting the three yellow kayaks he immediately turned and fled. We stared
in disbelief as the bear launched himself at the cliff face, powering his way up
with his sharp claws, his giant bulk shaking as he somehow found purchase
in the loose rock. I felt guilty that we’d disturbed him, but it was reassuring
that this powerful creature was obviously so scared of us.
The days passed and as we travelled up the coast we got into a rhythm. We had
to paddle an average of around 35km a day to reach Ust Kamchatsk in time,
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and we were typically on the water for between
6 to 9 hours. Alexey had a few more swims in the
surf but we often managed to find more sheltered
spots to land. One day we found an old fishing
net full of fresh salmon, which fed us for almost
a week! The scenery was breathtaking – steep
rocky cliffs, jagged volcanoes, green valleys and
snowy patches. Alongside the many bears, we
glimpsed whales, sea otters, sea lions and the rare
Stella Sea eagle.
The sea showed us her power on occasions and
one day Alexey was swept away by a freak wave
that broke over a shallow reef. All I could see was
wisps of white spray as the ridge of water rushed
away from me. After what seemed like a minute I
saw a startled Alexey sitting upright in his kayak.
He was still in the danger zone, water dripping
from his hair, and trying to manoeuvre himself to a
limp red piece of material a few metres away.
“Leave your hat, Alexey” I shouted, “I’ll get it for
you.”
He didn’t need telling twice and paddled hard
out towards Hadas. I turned to shore to try to get
his hat but three breaking waves in a row hit me
and stopped me in my tracks. Stuff Alexey’s hat – I
turned and paddled to the others as hard as I could.
Once the big set was replaced by calm waters,
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Alexey told us that the wave had rolled him three
times and it was like being in a washing machine.
Amazingly though, the sea eventually spat him
out the right way up. He was fine but he never did
get his hat back.
We met a handful of isolated people along the
coastline and shared some wonderful evenings
learning a little about each other’s lives. We visited
one lighthouse so isolated that the two elderly
couples who ran it hadn’t seen any other people
for eight months. They spoilt us rotten with hot
meals every 2 hours and we were able to deliver
them 2 letters. Both were 6 months old but it was a
real pleasure to see the old man’s face as he read
news from his son.
On day 20, we woke up to sunshine, a calm sea
and the knowledge that our destination of Ust
Kamchatsk was only 35 kilometres away. We
smiled to ourselves as we launched through the
surf for what we hoped was the last time. With
mixed feelings we left behind the wild rawness
of virtually unexplored Kamchatka and returned
to a landscape tamed by man. Almost immediately
we were paddling over massive fixed fishing pens
and we could see managed woodland and shabby
buildings. Our exploring had finished and I was
anxious to get today over, to reach Ust Kamchatsk
and call our expedition a success. Alexey reached
the shore first and threw his paddle down. “No
more water,” he shouted forcefully, but his grin
betrayed him.
We got out of our kayaks for the last time by a
massive rubbish dump and rundown boathouses.
The pretty village centre with colourful textile
shops and throngs of people that I had imagined
were nowhere to be seen. In the distance we
could see gigantic cranes and low-lying concrete
buildings. A few busy-looking people stepped
over the rubble and around grazing cows in what
looked like their best clothes. Apart from a few
curious boys wearing Simpsons t-shirts, no-one
paid any attention to us. I got the feeling that there
was no room for indulgent adventures in this
working fishing town and I suddenly felt ashamed
that I was hoping we’d end our trip with curious
locals who wanted to celebrate with us. Instead our
last campsite would be in a rubbish tip and we still
had to arrange getting back to Petropavlovsk. It all
felt like a bit of an anti-climax until Hadas noticed
my glum face and gave one of her wonderful
hearty laughs. I couldn’t help but join her and we
both stood in the middle of that dump and threw
back our heads and made some noise. That made
the locals look!
I would like to thank my sponsors - Nigel Dennis
Kayaks, Lendal, Snapdragon, Reed Chillcheater,
Peak UK, the Welsh Sports Council, Extreme Vision
Systems, Teva, Powerbar, The North Face.
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New Zealand’s Best Kept Secret
The Yakity Yak
Many of the articles you are reading in this magazine are about trips
organized by the Yakity Yak Club.
Interested in Joining up?
Well read on and get involved
“Too old” you say or “not fit enough” or “don’t like clubs because of the working
bees and committee meetings”. Well guess what, our oldest member is 80 plus
and started paddling in the last two years. Can you walk? well then you can
paddle, in fact that’s not correct we have had members with a missing leg or
two, but you get the picture. The only committee meetings we have are a wine
and cheese evening once a month to arrange trips. There are no secretaries or
treasurers. We just discuss where to go next and who is coming. These trips are
viewed on www.canoeandkayak.co.nz and booked at your local Canoe & Kayak
Centre
Join the club. You will get a weekend skills course to teach you techniques
and safety skills and a year’s membership. If you are keen to learn more there
is a bunch of courses to teach everything from Eskimo Rolling to becoming an
instructor. At no cost is the Leader’s Training Course, ten weeks part time for
those who have the urge to put something back into the club.
So what does joining the club cost? Only $299 for the first year including the
weekend course and then only $45 per subsequent year thereafter.
NORTH SHORE
Unit 2/20 Constellation Drive
(off Ascension Place),
Mairangi Bay, Auckland
PHONE: 09 479 1002
AUCKLAND
502 Sandringham Rd
Sandringham
PHONE: 09 815 2073
SILVERDALE
DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
6 Tavern Road, Silverdale
PHONE: 09 421 0662
MANUKAU
710 Great South Road,
Manukau
PHONE: 09 262 0209
WAIKATO
The corner Greenwood St &
Duke St, State Highway 1 Bypass
Hamilton
PHONE: 07 847 5565
For up coming Yakity Yak trips
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Kayak Club
Proudly Supported by Your Local
Now you say “They must charge for each club trip”. My friend you would be
wrong. There is no participation charge for club trips.
The Yakity Yak Kayak Club was set up by a bunch of enthusiastic instructors.
After spending much time teaching people how to paddle we found a few
months later that they had not carried on with paddling. They said there was
no one to paddle with, or they were a bit shy, or they did not have a boat, or
they lacked confidence to go on trips where they did not know the area or
the people.
So we said enough is enough and the Yakity Yak Kayak Club was formed.
We cannot guarantee you will get on like a house on fire with every club member
but we know you will find a bunch of like minded mates to enjoy our wonderful
little paddling paradise.
So get on the phone to one of the Canoe & Kayak Centres (see advert on the back
page) and join the Yakity Yak Kayak Club. You will be welcome.
Welcome aboard
Peter Townend
One of the founding Yakers
JOIN NOW!
PHONE
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Stupendous Lake Arapuni
by Ruth E. Henderson
Lake Arapuni, under the shadow of Mt Maungatautari (795m)
is proving to be a superb kayaking spot. Lying 16 km west of
Putaruru and 65 km south east of Hamilton it is accessible
to most North Island paddlers (and trampers) and offers
fishing, boating, water ski-ing and picnicking.
Lake Arapuni is one of several manmade lakes formed as part of a
hydroelectricity scheme. Covering nine square kilometres it is the second
largest in the Waikato hydro system. The dam, at the small settlement of
Arapuni at the lakes northern end, completed in 1929, was the first to be
constructed and it is the oldest operating station on the Waikato River.
A feature of the bush lined gorge below the powerhouse is the historic
suspended swing bridge. It is 152 metres long and hangs 54 metres above
the power station. It was erected in 1925 to enable easy access to the village
by power station workers.
In summer, the river banks are full of thing to see: Coprosma and Corokia in
berry, cabbage trees in flower, dragonflies lazily hovering by, fantails darting
hither and thither, while fish disturb the rivers surface. Leaving from Jones’
Landing and heading south, the Anglers Lodge, at the end of Landing Road
(with a wee detour up the Mangare Stream) is a good 10 km paddle and lunch
destination.
For kayakers the main attraction has to be dramatic rock faces and towering
cliffs at the dam end of the lake, especially in the dawn’s mist, before the waterski
boats churn up the water and break the stillness. The reflections of Pock
marked and patterned rock faces with filmy ferns clinging tenaciously at the
waters edge are just jaw dropping. The peacefulness is stupefying.
Pock marked rock
Peter Beadle
Photos by Chris Baillie, Peter Beadle, Ruth Henderson, Richard Saysell
Arapuni Dam
Lunch break at The Landin
Ferns reflected
Chris Baillie
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Lake Arapuni
reflections
View from suspended swing
bridge
Lunchtime rest
Fishy light
Mimi reflections
Bush meets water
Reflected ferns
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Abel Tasman Easter 2007
by Anjuli Burrell
The sky was an intense blue with no clouds in sight. The trees
on the cliff were a great example of New Zealand’s native
bush. The water in front of me was calm, a tranquil blue,
enclosed by interesting rock formations as I drifted in to what
we nick-named The Paddling Pool. I turned around to check
where the others had blown and a seal popped up beside me,
looking like he wanted to take a chunk out of my paddle. All
around us were about 30 seal pups, playing with each other,
jumping around, swimming backstroke, doing handstands
and investigating the kayaks. Easter bunny had joined us
for our Easter trip to the Abel Tasman National Park – for a
while there it looked like he was going to become seal bait
as the seals tried climbing on to the front of Diane’s kayak
where Easter bunny was having a ride.
We left Wellington in the very early hours of Good Friday, catching the ferry
to Picton, and then driving to Nelson for breakfast before continuing on to
Marahau to start our trip. The lack of sleep meant it felt like we didn’t get on
the water until mid afternoon, but after a final real coffee and checking our
watches again, we left Marahau at about 11am. A short stop at Apple Tree bay
for lunch, and then with a slightly increased head wind
and a small swell we paddled to The Anchorage, our
campsite for the first night. The sun went down and by
about 7pm we were all in our tents sleeping.
The next day came, and with it a change of plans. Liz, one
of our group, was sick. So Andy, stayed behind to look
after her, and commandeer the fireplace for our return.
The rest of us left about 10am – for a day trip this time.
We explored all the bays and the coastline, stopping at
Bark Bay for a snack and a leg stretch, before continuing
to our day’s destination, Tonga Island, where we found
The Paddling Pool. We could have spent all afternoon
here watching the seal pups play. Eventually we
dragged ourselves away and headed for Tonga Quarry
and stopped for lunch. Our trip back to The Anchorage
was great, with following seas and a tail wind. Once
back at The Anchorage, I dragged Andy out on the water
(as if he would complain
at the opportunity) so I
could practise wet exits
and rescues. This was
followed by Andy serving
pancakes made over
the fire. He had a finely
crafted wooden whisk,
and a perfected flipping
technique. The pancakes
were quite a luxury at
the end of a long days
paddling. With a campfire
and marshmallows we
stayed up a bit later before
turning in.
We were greeted with
h e a v y r a i n t h e n e x t
m o r n i n g, s o p a c k i n g
up was done as quick
Bunny meets seal.
as possible. Because Liz
Caitlin Pilcher
was much better, but not
ready to paddle, we left
her at The Anchorage for
another day and made our
way to our next campsite.
We explored Falls creek –
a very beautiful, peaceful
river that runs into a lagoon
before meeting the sea and
went on to Bark Bay, set up
camp and hung everything
out to dry. After lunch we
paddled to Tonga Island
again where the seal pups
were definitely the draw
card. We watched them
play for ages. This time
they were more inquisitive.
Some of them climbed on
to our kayaks, and others
had their tummies tickled.
As the youngest member
of our group, 14yr old
Caitlin said, “we were
close enough to smell the
seals burp!!” . The sounds
the seals made indicated
they had indigestion rather than trying to communicate with each
other! Our trip to Tonga Island had been a good work out with
another head wind, and a bit of swell – the return trip was a cruise.
All 7 boats rafted up with 2 sails pushing us along, while we ate
chocolate, courtesy of the Easter Bunny.
We spent the evening round a campfire – this time with popcorn
made over the fire, listening to the Rurus calling, and looking for
constellations.
Our last full day dawned. Andy, Diane and I Rock Gardened round
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the coast. We stopped at The Anchorage for a snack, and to collect Liz, and
then headed round the bays. Russell & Caitlin in the double and Shelene
joined in the Rock Gardening with us, while Ernie continued to try his luck
at fishing (not much luck!) and Ria explored the bays ahead. We reached
our destination, Observation Bay, in time to hear one of the local Kayak
guides telling his group of tourists the Maori legend behind Fisherman and
Adele Islands.
After setting up camp, and a few of us braving the water for a swim, 5 of us
circumnavigated Adele Island, with its large collection of Shags, and a few
Any fish in here?
oyster catchers and some seals. That night we toasted marshmallows over
the campfire, competing for the perfect one.
Greeted by the dawn chorus, flat water, hot sunshine and blue skies, we
paddled along the coast of Adele Island. We stopped to play with a few
seal pups and listened to the amazing bird song from the bush. One forgets
how loud untouched NZ native bush actually is. A few water fights later and
an expedition made by Andy and Russell to roll the double, and we were
back packing the trailers, having showers and heading back to Picton to
catch the ferry.
It was an awesome first Yakity Yak trip – Thanks to the rest of the group for
making it such a great experience.
Seal of approval
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Avoid being a Judder Bar
by Ruth E. Henderson
It is frightening – speeding boat,
propeller whirling, churning through
the water, coming straight at you, is the
b……. blind, daft or what?
Maybe it is you that is stupid?
Is your kayak a highly visible colour – red or yellow
or multicoloured?
Is your PFD or life jacket a bright colour? (Of course
you are wearing one! Aren’t you?)
Are you wearing a brightly coloured hat?
Fluorescent orange or lime green?
If you can answer yes, yes and yes, and still those
boats seem to approach faster than a speeding
bullet, propeller blades like meat-mincers, –
check again. If in doubt about your visibility ask
a boatie….
When I asked some Kawau water taxi drivers: “How
can I make myself more visible and less likely to
be a judderbar for you?” their answer was “Get a
fluttering fluoro flag.”
It does not have to be a professional shop-bought
number, but the ‘Great Stuff’ flags available from
Canoe and Kayak shops are obviously designed
and made to do the job admirably. The pole is a
lightweight fibreglass rod about 1.2 metres long
with either a deck mount or a fishing rod holder
attachment. They also have an ‘all-round white
light’ option for night paddling.
If you do not want to drill holes in your precious
Deluxe flag – deck mounted with night-light atop,
and the adaptation of a float and Velcro security
strap.
Standard flags – deck mounted, with light
atop.
Frisbee (and bungee) mount instead of screwing
to deck.
Homemade flag – PFD mounted on telescopic
fishing rod.
Night light with adaptation of flag attached by
craft there’s an alternative mounting system. Attach
your flag to a piece of wood, or an old Frisbee, or
an old vinyl record and slip it under your rear deck
bungee cords.
Another idea frequently seen is to poke your flag
in the rear (water bladder) back pocket of your
PFD, or sew a special slot for it on the side of the
pocket.
Homemade versions and adaptations abound.
After losing a flag in a 25-knot wind, I’ve added a
float to the pole, and a rope or Velcro lead tying
it my deck.
If you think you have nothing suitable to make
a flag from, and can’t sew to save your soul….
think again…. take another look at all the junk in
the shed.
Needing a hasty replacement for my lost one, I
found an old kiddies telescopic fishing rod. Using
safety pins I attached a hunk of orange cloth, and
stuffed it in my PFD pocket. Bingo – the best flag
ever since if the b……. still can’t see me I can
whip it out, extend the rod to its maximum length
and frantically do the ‘hokey tokey’ and wave it
all about.
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Coastal Invaders by Mark D’Arth and Anneka Friis
It was a typical sunny (ha!) day in
Wellington, really it was. It was an
amazing day, no wind and no clouds,
not really typical of Wellington
The two titans fight it out , 5 consequetive rolls,won by a slim
margin.
Grace and poise from an ex gymnist- could this be an olympic
sport.
but perfect for the events to come.
Members of the Wellington Yakity Yak
club excitedly jumped out of bed. Being
so eager to get out into their kayaks into
a gruelling competition
of mental and endurance
based activities they’d
had little to no sleep.
The event began with
introductions around
9am on the 3rd of March
at Shelly Bay, a great
little untouched spot
away from the bustle of
the city.
As part of their reward for
winning last year, Neil, John
and Cameron were responsible
for organizing and running the
day. Members were split into
groups of 4, Moby Dicks, The
Pogies, and Team Blah for the
team competitions
The first event was a team relay.
Teams had to get into their gear
and then the first member got
into the kayak. He/she raced
around buoys in the bay, ran
up the beach to tag the next
member. The Moby Dicks just
pipped Blah. This was followed
by a rescue relay in which team
members saved each other
from the cold water.
Other team events were a
general knowledge quiz, and
a kayak packing test where we
had to sensibly jam all Neil’s
stuff into his boat!
Individual events included the
paddle throwing competition
(a very valuable kayaking skill),
and standing on top of your
kayak while in the water. This
task proved to be a bit too
easy for some, causing the
judges to turn it into a one
leg competition! It finished
quickly after that. Andy won
the competition.
Two members in the advanced
class competition, Andy and
Mark, were put to an Eskimo
rolling duel. They made a great sight flipping
in and out of the water for 5 consecutive rolls.
Wellington Canoe and Kayak’s , Andy came away
as the winner.
It was such a nice day that members even
voluntarily stayed in the water after the events, to
practise wet exits and go for swims.
Prize-giving was held during a much deserved
barbeque feast. Despite tough competition, the
Pogies won the team event, while Andy won the
individual event for Advanced and Liz won the
Novice class. Every participant came away with a
fabulous prize kindly donated by Canoe and Kayak
Wellington and its suppliers. It was an awesome
day, a great chance to practise skills and meet
other members. Big thanks to Jim and Andy, and
organizers of the event Neil, John and Cameron for
putting on a great day!
Kiwi Association of Sea
Kayakers N.Z. Inc.
(KASK)
KASK is a network of sea kayakers
throughout New Zealand
KASK publishes a 200
page sea kayaking
handbook which is free
to new members: the
handbook contains all
you need to know about
sea kayaking: techniques
and skills, resources, equipment, places
KASK publishes a bi-monthly newsletter
containing trip reports, events, book
reviews, technique/equipment reviews
and a ‘bugger’ file. KASK holds national
Website:
AUCKLAND
www.kask.co.nz
Annual subscription is $35.00.
Kask
PO Box 23, Runanga 7841,
West Coast
CITY
DISCOV
NORTH SHORE
UPPER HIGHWAY (16)
DOMINION ROAD
BALMORAL ROAD
502 Sandringham Rd
Telephone: 09 815 2073
Arenel Ltd
T/A Canoe & Kayak Auckland
NORTHERN MOTORWAY
NORTH
CONSTELLATION DRIVE
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Unit 2/20 Constellation Drive,
(Off Ascension Place), Mairangi Bay,
Auckland - Telephone: 09 479 1002
SANDRINGHAM ROAD
ASCENSION PL
Flood Howarth & Partners Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak North Shore
SOUTH
ST LUKES RD
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NORT

Unicorns sighted in
the Bay of Islands
by Ruth E. Henderson
There was green alligators
And long necked geese
Some humpy back camels
And some chimpanzees
Some cats and rats and elephants
but sure as you’re born, the loveliest
of all was the unicorn.
I t s t a r t e d o u t a s a r e g u l a r N o r t h
S h o r e Y a k i t y Y a k c l u b t r i p .
Destination: Urupukapuka, Bay of Islands based
at Otehei Bay over Anniversary weekend. Led by
Paul & Natasha - it was sure to be organized to the
nth degree and run like clockwork.
And it was, it did, with one notable exception – one
clubbie leaked (or was it more like broadcast?) that
it was his birthday that weekend.
Friday afternoon revellers banded together and
were practically blown over from where the road
ends just past Rawhiti, down the Albert channel, to
the big island. Securing the beach front for Yakity
Yakkers, we settled in the camp’s cookhouse to
wait for the night paddlers. Apart from the usual
‘meeting and greeting’ it was a quiet night with an
8.30am muster scheduled for the next day.
Saturday dawned drab, windy and shrouded in
cloud. A good day for a book? Nope, we were
here for the kayaking! One pod elected to do a
tour of Urupukapuka Island and Waewaetorea
and Okahu which hang off the nor-eastern end
and came home elated. Their stories that night
were of dolphins.
The other pod took a compass bearing, and then
had a few hair-rising moments as out of the gloom
tourist boats sped towards the Hole in the rock
AND US. Once reaching the safety of the mainland
shore, we clung to it and inched our way north to
Deep Water Cove. Caves and narrow gaps lured
many and gave some of us, an adrenalin rush.
Witnesses never knew such a small person
could scream so loudly. I was caught out, washed
backwards and inches from needing major surgery
to my new boat and maybe to myself. My “NO, NO,
NO’s” and Chris’s “PADDLE, PADDLE, PADDLE”
worked. What a workout! What a high!
At the Cove our pod split, with one group
determined to get to Piercy Island.
They did, but the swell was too great to safely
go through the Hole in the rock. Some very tired
people congregated in the cookhouse that night.
Others running on high octane, high energy fuel
Nadia Lehmann is highly visible.
plotted…
Sneaking off to bed, I thought the birthday boy
belonged to the tired fraternity as at 9.30pm, from
the tent next door came the sound of snoring. But
the cunning devil was just catching a few winks
before the game began. The mischief makers were
bent on letting his tent down, but to their dismay
he was not in it. The hunted became the hunter…
imagine if you can - 40 & 50 year olds playing hide
and seek in the pitch black, among tent guy ropes,
flax bushes, pohutukawa trees and kayaks…
giggles, whispers, stumbles… He thought he’d
out foxed and out lasted them all, went back to his
tent and to bed only to have the revellers return
at 12.45am with the inevitable party poppers.
He could not escape. Sometime after 1am peace
reigned.
Then Noah looked out through the driving rain
Them unicorns were hiding, playing silly games
Kicking and splashing while the rain was pouring
Oh them silly unicorns.
The sunshine over breakfast on Sunday was
promising…by now there were about 40 of us in
camp. A small pod (notably all using Greenland
paddles) took off straight-lining the 15km to
Piercy Island, determined to go through the Hole
in the rock. The swell defeated all but two daredevils
– Christine went inside, and Neil went right
though.
The rest of us, wanting a more restful paddle, broke
into 4 pods heading in various directions but all
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aiming for Roberton (Motuarohia Island) for lunch.
In between were Motukiekie and Moturua Islands
and dolphins. The tourist dolphin watching boat
must have complained to DOC as a man in a little
fizz boat appeared out of nowhere to inform us
that only 3 boats at a time were allowed to be with
the dolphins and that theoretically each kayak
represented one boat. Tricky when we travel in
pods of 7 or 8 and dolphins surface next to us.
The sun popped out again at lunch time and we
were rewarded with views across Roberton Is to
the multitude of islands beyond us and over to Long
Beach and Paihia on the mainland. After lunch, the
snorklers floated in the lagoon; the teachers taught
rolling; and the hunters and gatherers harvested
mussels for dinner. The cookhouse pots were small
so that evening it was a ‘cookathon’ as pot after pot
was cooked, shelled, devoured and still there was
enough for fritters for breakfast.
Going by my piece of string-on-map measuring
technique, the group I was with had clocked up
27 km. So much for an easy day! I sneaked off,
knackered and climbed into the sack. But at 9.30pm
once again there was whispering outside my tent.
Gosh, how can a girl get a good night sleep with
this crew?
The rabble rousers were at it again. “Wake up, you
are needed!” “What on earth for?” “We are having
a mock court and trying Greg, we need you to be
the Judge.”
Well, if I thought I was tired and had aching
muscles.... I sure did afterwards. From suppressed
laughing. Greg had been cornered by Guy for a
male-bonding chat… and then the cookhouse
magically, gradually filled with folk supposedly
coming for a briefing.
The ark started moving, it drifted with the tide.
Them unicorns looked up from the rocks and
they cried.
A rubber hammer turned into a gavel and the
kangaroo court began.
Policeman Chris aided and abetted by a blond
anaesthetist (or was that an anesthetized blond?)
arrested Greg on 3 charges:
1. Failing to stick to the clubs dress code.
2. Highly irregular, possibly deviant behaviour,
whilst wearing a wet suit.
3. Failing to comply with standard building
practices.
Prosecutor Jacqui was a like a stroppy Fox Terrier
and went for the throat, the Defense council Neil
retaliated in a stand-over Doberman fashion, the
culprit was so vociferous that he had to be gagged,
and poor old “Judge Judy” had her hands full.
As evidenced by the enclosed photos (included
for the benefit of those ignorant of the atrocities)
and by the garments produced on the night, he was
rightly charged on counts 1 & 3. As this is a family
mag we won’t go into detail on item 2, sufficient to
say that some people when gathering mussels put
them in a funny place and should know that they
are alive and nip!
The sentence: Greg has to “arrive with or produce
at each club trip, seafood, crustaceous or otherwise
and ‘Roses’ chocolates for the next ten years.”
Subsequently, I have seen for myself and have
heard reports that these goodies have arrived,
though on at least one occasion, mysteriously in
the middle of the night, when it was thought that
HE was paddling elsewhere.
You’ll see green alligators and long necked geese
Some humpy back camels and some chimpanzees
S o m e c a t s a n d r a t s a n d e l e p h a n t s
But sure as you’re born, You’re never gonna see
no unicorns.
Hmmm…..
Roberton Island, Natasha and family enjoy the sun and views
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Caves and gaps can be too thrilling.
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Products available in store or order at
THIS IS THE SEA 3
RASDEX ADVENTURE SEMI DRY CAG
‘This is the sea 3’ is a DVD made by sea
kayakers, for sea kayakers. Presented
by Lendal.
Starring our very own Steve Knowles,
surfing at the Mount.
Follow other paddlers around the world
for some of the best footage of kayaking
I’ve seen. The perfect watch for those
coming cold wet winter Sundays. Over
2 hours of footage. Just $49.95
Available in store, or order by e-mail. info@canoeandkayak.co.nz.
MICRO DRY STUFF SACKS
We’ve tested these little beauties in
the field!
Used to protect our mobile phones,
we’ve put them in our B/A pockets and
gone paddling! We’re talking rolling
and surfing.
The three roll closure system is more than
the labelled splash poof. Constructed in
70D Hex rip stop nylon, they’ve proved
to be hard wearing and reliable. With
the clear window on the front, you can
easily operate your MP3, phone or digital camera.
At $29.90, a great phone bag at a great price.
OMNI DRY BACKPACK
This thing is huge!
140 litres of storage. Enough room to throw all your wet gear in.
The handy backpack allows you to carry your gear, as well pulling your
kayak on a trolley. No more return trips.
The heavy duty 3-roll closure system keeps your stuff nice and dry while
the adjustable, padded shoulder straps make it comfortable to carry.
Made of heavy duty PVC
A huge bag at a low $99.00
If you’re tired of looking at expensive dry cags or want something
clean and simple that will stop all that cold water running down your
sleeves, this is for you: a slim-line semi dry cag with super-comfortable
neoprene neck and textured breathable fabric. No unnecessary frills
on this one, just what you need to keep warm and dry. Ideal for many
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• Folded neoprene cone neck - a redesigned neck using soft, supple
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All this for only $224.95
RASDEX COMBINATION DECK
The deck most used by multisport paddlers - also used by sea and
touring paddlers. The deck has a neoprene deck section but with a
nylon body tube which allows good freedom of movement. This is
often more comfortable than a standard neoprene body tube if you’re
wearing it for long periods of time. An added advantage is that on flat
water the body tube can be loosened off so you don’t get too hot. The
nylon body also means that one body size fits most people, so it’s a
good option for sharing between a family group or club as well as for
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• Deck section: High density 3.5mm double-lined neoprene for
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• Body tube: 4oz waterproof, seam-sealed, breathable nylon
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• Mesh pocket:
Ideal for a drinks
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• Cord: 9.5mm
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plastic cockpits,
8mm for
fibreglass rims.
Webbing grab
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Guide books
NEW ZEALAND WHITE WATER
New Zealand White Water – Revised Edition
The long awaited white water bible. This updated version has many
of the best river runs throughout New Zealand, with descriptions
of each run and its grade.
Don’t leave home without it.
UPPER NORTH ISLAND / SOUTH ISLAND
Tick your trip off in one of these two books, as you work your way
around the country.
These excellent guides give you details on most of the trips available
in the specified area, many of which you may not have thought of.
A great accessory for the Yakity Yak Club trip. If you’ve not been
there before, read about it and go with someone who has.
Great books for planning and dreaming.
SEAMANSHIP FOR KAYAKERS
- Getting Started
$34.99
NI $34.99
SI $29.99
This is the first in a series of seamanship videos. It follows the
progress of a group of beginner paddlers on their first kayak trip as
well as a skilled but motley crew headed for a spot of trouble. The
video outlines the skills & knowledge needed for safe kayaking on
the sea. Boat-handling & recovery skills are covered with special
emphasis on the importance of navigation, oceanography, weather
& coastal-camping savvy, all of which will be subjects of later, indepth
videos.
Your host is John Dowd, author of Sea Kayaking -- A Manual for
Long-distance Touring and the founding editor of Sea Kayaker
Magazine. This is an introductory video filled with information, shot
in a viewer-friendly style and based loosely upon the leadership
programme developed in British Columbia by seasoned instructors
John Dawson & Dan Lewis.
Length: 60 Minutes
$49.90
– Navigation
This is the second video in the series hosted by John Dowd. It
introduces the essence of practical navigation for kayakers.
Emphasizing sound judgment, it includes kayak-specific piloting
techniques, understanding charts, navigational equipment,
basic compass work, navigating in reduced visibility, open water
crossings, & compensation for wind, current & tides. Also covered:
rules of the road, GPS use & misuse, & night navigation.
It is based on programmes developed by John Dawson and Dan
Lewis. Kayak-specific piloting techniques, understanding charts,
navigational equipment basic compass work, crossings, reduced
visibility, wind, current and tides, etc.
John Dowd is the author of Sea Kayaking -- A Manual for Longdistance
Touring and the founding editor of
Sea Kayaker Magazine.
$49.90
Length: 60 Minutes
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Product release
Now in store, we have Uniden VHF radios, Eagle Fish-finders and Magellan GPS. A range of electronics to cover all your needs.
VHF Radios
UNIDEN VOYAGER HANDHELD VHF
These are great little radios.
The Voyager is compact and easy to use. It is
lightweight, so it won’t weigh you down when you
stow it in your bouyancy aid or on your person.
1/5W output
Meets JIS7 waterproof specification
(submersible)
Lithium-Ion battery
Triple watch and memory channel scan
Backlit LCD and keypad
AC & DC adapter and charging cradle
included
RRP $389
UNIDEN ATLANTIS 250
This radio is slightly larger than the Voyager, but
it comes with the choice of using the rechargeable
battery, or 6 AA batteries.
Complete with AC wall charger & DC cigarette
lighter lead
1/5W output
Water resistant
Nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery and
alkaline battery pack (batteries not included)
Instant emergency channel scan
Memory channel scan
Backlit LCD and keypad
Reversible large LCD display
Cigarette lighter power lead
RRP $249
EAGLE CUDA168 FISHFINDER
The new Eagle« CUDA’ 168 fishfinderis loaded with
fantastic fish-finding features - including temp -
designed to put more bites in your fishing!
LCD echo sounder, 100w, 200kHz
4” diagonal 168 x 132 pixel Film Super Twist
display
Advanced signal processing (ASP)
GrayLine for excellent bottom definition
Waterproof
FishTrack, Fish ID
Backlight screen and keypad
Supplied with transom transducer*,
c/w temp probe, HST-WSU, RRP $239
*Cuda 168 Portable has a power pack,
and suction cup transducer instead of
transom transducer.
RRP $359
GPS
Save up to 3 track log files, 500 points of interest and
20 routes to guide you back to your favourite spots. Put
the power of GPS in your pocket.
MAGELLAN Explorist 100
The pocket-sized eXplorist 100 recreational GPS receiver is both
powerful and affordable. The eXplorist 100 features TrueFixTM
technology which takes advantage of 14 parallel channels
(supported by WAAS and EGNOS overseas) for fast signal
acquisition & minimal signal loss to provide reliable accuracy.
Real gps, compact & affordable
TrueFix Technology, accurate & reliable
TrueFix GPS Technology takes advantage of 14 parallel channels,
supported by WAAS and EGNOS Satellite-Based Augmentation
Systems for fast signal acquisition & minimal signal loss
Easy-to-use. One-button access takes you directly to all of the most
important features. Even the first-time user can easily navigate with
the eXplorist 100.
Languages. No matter your language, there’s a good chance the
eXplorist speaks it: Choose from English, French, German, Spanish,
Italian, Swedish, Finnish, Portuguese, Dutch or Norwegian.
Track Logging. Store up to 3 track log files, each with 2000 trackpoints,
to easily find your way to your favourite spot again and
again. Three navigation screens. View speed, direction, distance to
destination and all the GPS information you need on 3 easy-to-view
navigation screens.
No service fees. Your eXplorist 100 is ready to go with no service
fees and no activation fees, so go ahead, use it all the time.
Satellite status. Monitor the GPS satellites in view and get
information about their status.
Large backlit display. Easily view all the GPS information you need
to make your adventure fun and safe, even at night. The amber
glow of the backlight protects your vision so you can see both your
eXplorist and the path in front of you.
Rugged construction. Rubber armoured, impact resistant plastic
allows you to confidently take your eXplorist 100 on every
adventure.
Waterproof. eXplorist 100 is sealed to IPX-7 specifications.
Built to perform on the most challenging and rigorous adventure.
RRP $269
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Get better equipped and get into your
local Canoe & Kayak Centre
VOYAGER
HANDHELD VHF
Explorist 100
HANDHELD GPS
ATLANTIS 250
Now distributing Magellan & Uniden products
Day Two BUOyancy Aids
These tried and tested kayaking vests have now been given the seal
of approval.
Late last year the Day Two range of Buoyancy Aids received New
Zealand Certification. This proves what we already new. They are
produced to a very high standard and will do the job for which they
are designed.
The Kiwitea is the entry level B/A. One size fits all and is remarkably
comfortable. It comes with a handy pocket on the front and a reflective
strip on the back for added safety. Clips on one side allow easy
fitting.
Day Two’s cruising/ racing B/A is the Tri/Sea. This has 3 pockets on the
front (one with a handy clip for those keys) and a pouch on the back
for that all important hydro bladder.
To make life easy, there is a zip on the front, so you don’t need to adjust
the straps each time you put it on.
Available in SM,M,L &XL
All Day Two B/A’s available in Red, Yellow or Blue
Kiwitea retail at $150.00 Tri/Sea retail at $229.50
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Winger Banner.ai 8/1/07 10:31:31 AM
9 DECEMBER 2007
Run 13km
Cycle 58km
Kayak 19km
90 kilometres coast to coast across
the Auckland isthmus. From North
Head, Manukau Harbour on the
Tasman Sea, to North Head,
Waitemata Harbour on the Pacific
Ocean, the course is distinctive and
challenging. “Head to Head” is an
exciting race and also an adventure,
a journey of discovery through
Auckland’s surprisingly wild and
scenic places. Compete as an
individual or in a three person team.
I recently asked a couple of Owners, “What is the best thing about
owning an Canoe & Kayak Centre?” There was a resounding reply,
“The Lifestyle!”.
One went on, “Where else can you go paddling on a sunny day and
call it work?”
The other added, “As with any self-employed person, you control
your own destiny”.
In a Canoe & Kayak Centre, you can choose to paddle or not to
paddle.
“It’s an ideal business opportunity for you and your partner to work
as a team, both on and off the water”. At work you spend a lot of time
chatting to customers, many of whom become good friends.
A Canoe & Kayak Licensee enjoys great support from a network that is
backed by the experience of Head Office and of course all our fellow
owners. There is always someone available to nut out seemingly
insurmountable problems.
The organization has easy to follow systems, which cover all aspects
of paddling, sales, retailing, and management.
What initial qualifications are required?
None but being friendly and willing to learn.
If you enjoy the outdoor life, this will be for you.
For more details contact Peter Townend on 0274529255
or e-mail pete@canoeandkayak.co.nz
For further information or an entry form,
contact the event organisers:
Nelson Associates,
PO Box 25 475, St Heliers,
Auckland.
Phone (0274) 821 562,
email: nelson.as@clear.net.nz
www.head2head.net.nz
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For Sale
Kayak Centres
Interested in
owning your own
kayak shop?
JOIN THE TEAM
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Control your own
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Choose the Lifestyle
Phone: 0274 529 255
Email: pete@canoeandkayak.co.nz
Peter Townend
Managing Director, Canoe & Kayak Ltd
and I’ll be glad to have a chat.
All approaches will be dealt with in confiden
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TUI EXCEl
PENGUIN
ShEARwATER
A versatile touring kayak for lake, river and sea.
Stability, speed and easy tracking make for an
enjoyable day’s paddling. A larger cockpit allows
for easier entry and exit.
Prices start at $1930
Length: 4.4 m, Weight: Std 22kg, Width: 610 mm
TASMAN EXPRESS
Has all the features for multi-day kayaking with
ease of handling in all weather conditions. With
great manoeuvrability this kayak is suitable for
paddlers from beginner to advanced.
Prices start at $2430
Length: 4.80 m, Weight: 25 kg std, Width: 610 mm
TASMAN EXPRESS kEVlAR
A comfortable performance orientated sea kayak
which will suit all sizes of paddlers with plenty
of foot room for the bigger ones. Handles well in
rough conditions, a fun boat to paddle.
Prices start at $2475
Length: 4.80 m, Weight: 26.5 kg std, 23kg lite, Width: 610 mm
Available online at
Responds to rough conditions. Its low profile and
flared bow enable it to perform well in adverse
conditions. It is designed to give the paddler
maximum comfort, with adjustable footrests,
backrest, side seat supports and optional thigh brace.
Prices start at $2695
Length: 5.3 m, Std. Weight: 29 kg, Lightweight: 27 kg, Width: 610 mm
SOUThERN SkUA
As per the plastic model, the kevlar Tasman
Express responds to rough conditions but its
decreased weight, and increased stiffness, gives
even better performance.
Prices start at $4140
Length: 5.3 m, Weight: 22 kg std, Width: 610 mm
TORRES
Sea k
MAXIMUS
The Southern Skua has a low deck profile enabling
it to perform extremely well in windy conditions,
while its longer hull gives it greater speed and
allows it to respond in a following sea to surf the
waves. It gives maximum stability in the open sea.
Prices start at $4110
Length: 5.4 m, Weight: 24 kg F/G 22 kg kevlar , Width: 600
kAyAk TROllEy
A fast and stable sea kayak capable of handling
extreme expeditions. Huge storage and lots of leg
room.
Prices start at $4240
Length: 5.6 m, Weight: 23 kg kevlar carbon, Width: 600 mm
dElUXE dECk bAG
Fast ocean going Racing Sea Kayak. The broad
bow allows this kayak to ride over waves like
a surf ski without losing any speed and is easy
to control while surfing. A low profile reduces
buffeting by the wind in adverse conditions.
Prices start at $3260
Length: 6.43 m, Weight: 16.5 to 19 kg, Width: 510 mm
OMNI dRy STUff SACk
Easy to carry a sea kayak loaded down with
all your gear! Heavy duty stainless steel
constructions. Wheels fold down conveniently to
fit in a back hatch.
$349.00
The Deluxe Deck Bag offers a unique window view
access, high capacity and light reflectivity.
A clear window allows for easier gear location and
a higher profile for better gear storage.
$149.00
These all-purpose bags are great for any
adventure. The Omni Dry Bag features a
waterproof 3-roll closure with D-ring, vinyl body
and heavy-duty abrasion resistant bottom.
10ltr $39.90 - 21ltr $44.90 - 41ltr $54.90
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ACADIA 370
CONTOUR 450
CONTOUR 480
Flat water cruising, well appointed, a nifty
adjustable backrest, an access hatch in the back
Prices start at $1299
Length: 3.7 m, Weight: 20 kg std, Width: 680 mm
info @canoeandkayak.co.nz
This kayak is designed for day tripping and light
overnight expeditions. It’s great fun to paddle and
handles easily.
Prices start at $2099
Length: 4.5 m, Weight: 26 kg std, Width: 640 mm
CONTOUR 490
Is a roomy, manoeuvrable, easy to handle boat.
A channelled hull provides outstanding tracking
which helps keep you on course. Its upswept,
flared bow makes crossing rough water a breeze.
Prices start at $2299
Length: 4.8m, Weight: 27 kg, Width: 620 mm
ECO NIIZH 565 XLT
ayaks
ECOBEZHIG 540
This double Sea Kayak is an ideal day tourer with
the easy ability to do those weekend camping
expeditions. It handles well, is fun to paddle and
Prices start at $2899
Length: 4.87 m, Weight: 35 kg std, Width: 800 mm
SEA ROVER DECK COMPASS
This model is proving a hit with its lighter weight
and some excellent features. We now have a
plastic double sea kayak that is great to use for all
those amazing expeditions and adventures.
Prices start at $3849
Length: 5.64 m, Weight: 45 kg std, Width: 760 mm
SELF-INFLATING SEAT
An enjoyable sea kayak, fast and nimble with huge
storage, great features and the most comfortable
seat your butt will ever meet.
Prices start at $2899
Length: 5.4 m, Weight: Std 26 kg, Width: 590 mm
BREEZE
A great compass at a great price!
The Sea Rover features a large compass with easy
to read markings—no squinting here to read
where you’re going! With a simple, yet elegant
base, the Sea Rover attaches easily to deck lines
or sits nicely on top of a deck bag. Quick-release
$79.90
SEQUEL
An air tight micro-bead chamber shapes itself
to your behind, creating a vacuum formed seat
cushion. Closed cell foam back provides superior
back support and comfort for any open cockpit
kayak. Heavy-duty hardware is included for
attaching to sit-on-top kayaks.
$159
CHALLENGE 5
Agile and responsive with excellent stability,
making it suitable for both beginners and more
advanced paddlers. It is a multipurpose kayak at
home on lakes, in surf, in rock pools and around
coastlines.
Prices start at $1955
Length: 4.5 m, Weight: 22 kg std, 23kg lite, Width: 600 mm
Fast, light, touring kayak suits beginners through
to advanced paddlers. The hull design allows for
great handling in rough water. Well appointed and
ideally suitable for multisport training.
Prices start at $2495
Length: 4.93 m , Weight: 26kg, Width: 580 mm
Slightly larger volume than the Sequel and lighter
at 22kg. A fast and stable touring sea kayak well
appointed and featuring a great rudder/steering
system.
Prices start at $3570
Length: 5 m, Weight: 22 kg std, Width: 590 mm
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squirt
flow
swing 400 Plus
A Sit-on-Top for the family. Able to seat an adult
and a small child. It is easy to paddle and is very
stable. Easily carried by one adult or two kids.
Prices start at $399
Length: 2.7m, Weight: 15 kg, Width: 780 mm
swing 470 Plus
Stable and easy to paddle and it handles surf with
ease. Simple to use for the beginner, yet exciting
for the more experienced paddler.
Prices start at $799
Length: 2.95m, Weight: 19kg, Width: 750 mm
surge
Fishing, cruising, well appointed with gear storage
inside. Also includes an optional extra pod that
detaches, which is great for carrying your fishing
gear to your favourite spot.
Prices start at $1199
Length: 4.01 m, Weight: 25 kg, Width: 780 mm
available online at
A fantastic two person cruising kayak which is stable
and fast. It has plenty of storage and great features to
make your adventures fun.
Prices start at $1399
Length: 4.75 m, Weight: 34 kg std, Width: 840 mm
A fun double sit on top kayak with the option of a
third person sitting in the middle. The kayak has
ample stability and speed and performs well in
the surf.
Prices start at $1199
Length: 4.80 m, Weight: 26.5 kg, Width: 610 mm
recre
acadia 280
A light easy to use family kayak. Enjoyable
paddling for the whole family in sheltered waters.
Prices start at $799
Length: 2.8 m, Weight: 17 kg std, Width: 680 mm
standard trolley
acadia 470
A great fun family boat with plenty of freeboard
allowing for a heavy load. Excellent for sheltered
water exploring. Paddles quickly and has excellent
stability. Dry storage compartment.
Prices start at $1599
Length: 4.7 m, Weight: 34 kg std, Width: 830 mm
Micro dry stuff sacks
safety flag & ligHt
froM nZ’s
leading
suPPliers??
Pic to coMe
Be seen day or night with Great Stuff’s new Safety
Flag, LED light unit. Comes complete with Rod
Holder or alternative deck fittings. A must for all
kayakers.
$99.00
oPti dry stuff sack
These wheels are the step down from the heavy
duty version. Large wheels still make any terrain
a breeze, while a pin holds them in. They still fold
away into your back hatch. A lighter weight trolley
for moving mainly empty kayaks.
$199
Compact splash proof protection for all your
valuables and electronics. Constructed with 70D
Hex rip-stop nylon with an easy-to-use three roll
closure system.
$29.90
The Opti Dry is super-tough and super-clear.
Constructed with heavy-duty clear vinyl and an
abrasion resistant bottom.
10ltr $29.90 - 21ltr $34.90 - 41ltr $44.90
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firefly
escapee
escapade
Here is a little cracker! The Firefly is designed so
the kids can have some fun. Little and light. Easy
to handle and nice and stable. Here is a kayak the
kids will love, if they can get Dad off it!
$449
Length: 2.4 m, Weight: 16 kg kg std, Width: 700 mm
info @canoeandkayak.co.nz
Probably the closest you will come to finding one
kayak that does it all. Surfing, fishing, snorkelling.
prices start at $810
Length: 3.3 m, Weight: 23 kg , Width: 750 mm
wanderer
Great general purpose kayak for fishing, diving
and having fun in the sun.
prices start at $1020
Length: 3.46 m, Weight: 27 kg std, Width: 750 mm
the tandem
ational
play
A stable fun kayak which is easy to handle. This is
an enjoyable kayak for all the family.
prices start at $1695
Length: 4.5 m, Weight: 34 kg std, Width: 820 mm
strike
A ‘two person’ kayak, ideal for fishing, surfing
and exploring. It has room for great hatches to
store your adventure equipment. Now available
with three person option. It is often used by one
person.
prices start at $1195
Length: 3.81 m, Weight: 25.90 kg, Width: 915 mm
explorer
Great for the paddler who wants a fun fast surf and
flat water kayak. Kids love this Sit-on as it is not
too wide for them to paddle and yet is very stable.
prices start at $695
Length: 3.10 m, Weight: 17.27 kg, Width: 710 mm
tourer
A Wave Ski which the whole family can enjoy.
Fantastic in the surf, it‘s a fast and manoeuvrable
sit-on-top.
prices start at $849
Length: 2.92 m, Weight: 161 kg std, Width: 685 mm
fish n’ dive
Ideal for fishing, surfing and exploring and one of
the driest ‘Sit-ons’ you will find. Great hatches for
storing your goodies are available.
prices start at $895
Length: 3.43 m, Weight: 18.18 kg std, Width: 790 mm
marauder
The low profile hull of the Cobra Tourer cuts down
on windage, enabling paddlers to maintain high
speed and straight tracking with easy handling in
all conditions.
prices start at $1295
Length: 4.55 m, Weight: 22.68 kg , Width: 711 mm
The ultimate fishing/diving kayak. A large well is
located in the stern and holds up to three tanks.
There is one centrally located seat and a smaller
companion seat near the bow.
prices start at $1095
Length: 3.81 m, Weight: 25.85 kg, Width: 914 mm
(hatches & accessories not included)
The Marauder is for the serious kayak fisherman.
Fast, stable and loads of deck space. Excellent
performance in surf.
prices start at $1455
Length: 4.27 m, Weight: 28 kg std, Width: 750 mm
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swallow
intriGue
Gladiator
The next step up from the entry level kayaks.
Fast with good stability. Medium skill ability is
required to enjoy racing this kayak. A very popular
Coast to Coast kayak.
Prices start at $2710, $2940 Kevlar
Length: 5.4 m, Weight: 14kg Glass, 12kg Kevlar , Width: 480 mm
firebolt
This kayak is ideal for the beginner/entry level
kayaker who is looking for a quick, light kayak
with great stability. Also suitable for first time
Coast to Coasters.
Prices start at $2460, $ 2740 Kevlar
Length: 4.94 m, Weight: 14.5kg Glass, 12kg Kevlar , Width: 540 mm
adventure duet
This fast, stable kayak with its larger cockpit is
built for the bigger paddler looking for a longer,
stable kayak for Coast to Coast etc.
Prices start at $2860 Glass $3170 Kevlar
Length: 5.9 m, Weight: 15.5kg Glass, 13.5kg Kevlar, Width: 530
mm
available online at
This new, very user friendly kayak with its
excellent combination of speed and stability
supercedes our very popular Opus. It is suitable
not only for the intermediate / advanced paddler,
but also for the busy, but keen ‘Weekend Warrior’.
Prices start at $2860 Glass, $3170 Kevlar
Length: 5.9m, Weight: 14.5kg Glass, 12.5kg Kevlar, Width: 455 mm
rebel Kevlar
This lightweight, very fast and recently updated
Adventure Racing double kayak continues to
dominate adventure racing in NZ and is a great
recreational double.
Prices start at $5260 Glass, $5760 Kevlar
Length: 7m, Weight: 29 kg Glass, 26 kg Kevlar, Width: 550 mm
ocean x
Multisport
oMni dry bacKPacK
The Rebel is designed for paddlers of both
genders up to 75kgs. At 5.65 metres long, the
Rebel is half way between the length of the
Swallow and the Opus or Firebolt and is faster
than them all.
Prices start at $3150
Length: 5.65 m, Weight: 11 kg , Width: 450mm
the eliMinator
The Ocean X is suitable for kayak racing in the
many harbours, estuaries and lakes of New
Zealand and lends itself well to the kayak sections
of many multisport races.
Prices start at $3200 Glass, $3700 Kevlar
Length: 6.4 m, Weight: 18kg Glass, 16.5kg Kevlar, Width: 500 mm
surf sKi
140 litres
Huge says it. We put a guitar in one last weekend,
huge storage. A heavy-duty 3-roll closure system
and adjustable, padded shoulder straps.
$99.00
viPer
A fast stable racing and training ‘Sit -on’. It has an
adjustable dry seat and a cool draining system.
Ideal for the paddler wanting a good fitness work
out.
Prices start at $1595
Length: 5.03 m, Weight: 19.09 kg std, Width: 585 mm
An excellent training and competition surf ski, can
be used with under-slung rudder or rear mounted
rudder.
Prices start at $1695
Length: 5.29 m, Weight: 21 kg kg std, Width: 510 mm
This boat is designed as an entry level alternative
to expensive composite crafts, has good stability
and speed. Colours: Stone grey, Mango, White
granite, Lime, Yellow.
Prices start at $1595
Length: 5.15 m, Weight: 22 kg std, Width: 550 mm
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SUPER LATITUDE
LATITUDE STUFF SACK
PACK SINK
Eco-friendly PVC Free Super Latitudes feature the
great wide mouth-lateral design utilize the best
materials and features. Slides easily into kayak
hatches. While our hands-free AutopurgeTM
valve automatically purges the air as the bag is
compressed or stuffed into tight spaces.
10Ltr $69.90 - 21Ltr $79.90 - 51Ltr $119.90
info @canoeandkayak.co.nz
With full horizontal access, our Latitudes
eliminate the hassle of having to dig vertically to
get
at what you want. Built with a polyester body and
heavy-duty vinyl ends, Latitudes are built
to perform, but at a value price!
10Ltr $54.90 - 21Ltr $64.90 - 51Ltr $99.90
PADDLERS BILGE PUMP
Our 15 litre capacity square camp sink can’t be
beat. The Pack Sink’s unique square shape makes
cleaning larger items simple and it folds flat for
easy (out of the way) storage when not in use.
$39.90
PADDLE FLOAT
Products
YAKITY YAK KAYAK CLUB
A must for any boater. Our 36 litres per minute
Bilge Pump features an easy-grab handle,
super-strong pump shaft and heavy-duty impact
resistant plastic.
$59.90
KAYAK CENTRES FOR SALE
Two chamber float for added safety. A 2nd
chamber for use when you need extra buoyancy
or if one chamber is accidentally punctured.
Clip on safety tether to eliminate loss in windy
conditions.
$84.90
BUY A SUBSCRIPTION
Join the club. You will get a weekend skills course
to teach you techniques and safety skills and a
year’s membership. If you are keen to learn more
there is a bunch of courses which teach everything
from Eskimo Rolling to becoming an instructor.
$299
NORTH SHORE
Unit 2/20 Constellation
Drive (off Ascension Place),
Mairangi Bay, Auckland
PHONE: 09 479 1002
AUCKLAND
502 Sandringham Rd
Sandringham
PHONE: 09 815 2073
SILVERDALE
DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
6 Tavern Road, Silverdale
PHONE: 09 421 0662
MANUKAU
710 Great South Road,
Manukau
PHONE: 09 262 0209
WAIKATO
The corner Greenwood St &
Duke St, State Highway 1
Bypass, Hamilton
PHONE: 07 847 5565
BAY OF PLENTY
3/5 Mac Donald Street
Mount Maunganui (off
Hewletts Rd)
PHONE: 07 574 7415
HAWKE’S BAY
15 Niven Street
Onekawa, Napier
PHONE: 06 842 1305
What a great way to earn a living. Working in a
recreational retail business with heaps of time
outdoors, floating on the sea with great company.
Give Peter Townend a call on 0274 529 255
and find out more.
TARANAKI
Unit 6, 631 Devon Road
Waiwhakaiho, New Plymouth
PHONE: 06 769 5506
WELLINGTON
2 Centennial Highway
Ngauranga, Wellington
PHONE: 04 477 6911
TAUPO
77 Spa Road, Taupo
PHONE: 07 378 1003
6 issues for only $30, saving nearly $6 off the
news-stand price, delivered free. This great
magazine will give you heaps of information and
ideas to make your kayaking more enjoyable.
Subscription price to anywhere in NZ
$30
Please Note:
For the kayaks advertised, the
price is for the kayak only. It does
not necessarily include any of the
accessories, hatches, seats etc shown
in the photos. The prices were correct
at the time of printing however due
to circumstances beyond our control
they may alter at any time. Please
contact your nearest Canoe & Kayak
Centre and they will put together a
great package of the best equipment
available for your kayaking fun.
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Directory: Things To Do
TAUPO Maori Carvings Waikato River Discovery
Mohaka Whanganui River Trips
Half day guided trip to the rock carvings,
Lake Taupo... only accessible by boat.
$90 per person (bookings essential).
Call freephone 0800 KAYAKN for
details.
2 hour guided kayak trip. Experience the
magnificent upper reaches of the mighty
Waikato River - soak in the geothermal
hotsprings - take in the stunning
environment... a perfect trip for all the family...
Price: $45 adult $25 children Special
group and family rates. Call freephone
0800 KAYAKN for details.
Need some excitement? Take a kayak
down this wicked Grade II river run...
this is a whole day of thrills and fantastic
scenery down the Mohaka River.
Price: $125 per person. Call freephone
0800 KAYAKN for details.
Phone: Taupo 07 378 1003,
Hawke’s Bay 06 842 1305
Interested in a great adventure on this
Magnificent River?
Give us a call and we will give you a
memory of a lifetime.
Canoe & Kayak Taupo
Price on application.
0800 529256
TAUPO Accommodation
Waitara River Tours
Mokau River
Sugar Loaf Island
Accommodation available to Yakity Yak
club members and their families... Ideal for
sport and school groups... Situated on the
banks of the Waikato River our Kayakers
Lodge accommodates up to 12 people, is
fully furnished, with plenty of parking and a
quiet location.
$25 per person per night.
Phone: 0800 529256 for details
For those who are slightly more adventurous at
heart, this is a scenic trip with the excitement of
grade two rapids. Midway down, we paddle
under the historic Betran Rd Bridge where
we will stop for a snack.
Allow 2 hours paddle only. Priced at $50.
Phone: 06 769 5506
Enjoy this beautiful scenic river which
winds through some of New Zealands
lushest vegetation. Camping overnight
and exploring some of New Zealands
pioneering history. A true Kiwi experience.
Two day trips $230.00 or
one day $80.00.
Phone 06 769 5506
From Ngamutu Beach harbour we head out
to the open sea to Nga Motu/Sugar Loaf
Island Marine Reserve. View the Taranaki
scenic, rugged coastline as we draw closer to
the Sugar Loaf Islands. Enjoy the seal colony
and experience the thrill of close up views of
these fascinating marine mammals.
Allow 3 hours subject to weather.
$55.00 per person. Phone 06 769 5506
Hawkes Bay Harbour Cruise
River Tours
Kayak Hire
A guided kayak trip round the safe waters
of the Inner Harbour, while learning about
the history of the area. During this stunning
trip around the beautiful Napier Inner
Harbour of Ahuriri, we stop to share a glass
of fresh orange juice, local fruits and cheese
platter.
All this for $40 per person.
Exploring beautiful estuaries. Enjoy a
scenic trip with wildlife and great views.
Phone Canoe & Kayak
on 0508 KAYAKNZ for details
Taupo - Open for the summer and by
appointment. Long Bay, Auckland - by
appointment only. Have some paddling
fun on the beach or let us run a Tour for
you and your friends and explore these
beautiful areas.
Phone Canoe & Kayak
on 0508 KAYAKNZ for details
New Zealand Kayaking Instructors
Award Scheme
Become a kayaking Instructor and Guide.
Get into gear and get qualified!
It’s fun and easy to do.
Don’t delay phone 0508 5292569 now
Paddle to the Pub
Kayaking to a local pub is a unique way
of spending an evening, bringing your
group of friends together by completing
a fun activity before dinner and making
a memorable experience. These trips are
available to Riverhead, Browns Bay and
Devonport Pubs.
COST: $59.00 each • GROUP DISCOUNTS
AVAILABLE!
Phone Canoe & Kayak
Twilight Tours
Departs from one of your local beautiful
beaches. Enjoy the scenic trip with the sun
setting as you paddle along the coast line.
Group discounts available!
Phone Canoe & Kayak
on 0508 KAYAKNZ for details
Customized Tours
• Work Functions • Schools
• Clubs • Tourist groups
Whether it’s an afternoon amble, a
full days frolic or a wicked weekend
adventure we can take you there.
If there’s somewhere you’d like to paddle
we can provide you with experienced
guides, local knowledge, safe up to date
equipment and a lot of fun.
Contact your local store
on 0508 KAYAKNZ
Join the Yakity Yak Club
Want to have fun, meet new people, have
challenging and enjoyable trips, and learn
new skills?
PLUS get a regular email newsletter and
this magazine! Also, get a discount on
kayaking courses and purchases from
Canoe & Kayak stores.
Then, join us!
Phone Canoe & Kayak
on 0508 KAYAKNZ to find out more
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DISCOVER ANOTHER WORLD
CITY
NORTH SHORE
UPPER HIGHWAY (16)
AUCKLAND
DOMINION ROAD
BALMORAL ROAD
502 Sandringham Rd
Telephone: 09 815 2073
Arenel Ltd
T/A Canoe & Kayak Auckland
NORTHERN MOTORWAY
NORTH
CONSTELLATION DRIVE
Unit 2/20 Constellation Drive,
(Off Ascension Place), Mairangi Bay,
Auckland - Telephone: 09 479 1002
Flood Howarth & Partners Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak North Shore
WAIKATO
KILLARNEY ROAD
SH1
BYPASS
DUKE STREET
KAHIKATEA DRIVE
NORTH
GREENWOOD ST
DUKE STREET
SANDRINGHAM ROAD
KAHIKATEA DRIVE
ASCENSION PL
SOUTH
ST LUKES RD
The Corner Greenwood St
& Duke St, State Highway 1 bypass
Hamilton
Telephone: 07 847 5565
On Water Adventures Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Waikato
S.H.1
NORTH
TONGARIRO ST
NUKUHAU
77 Spa Road, Taupo
Telephone: 07 378 1003
Acme Kayaking Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Taupo
SILVERDALE
EAST COAST ROAD
MAIN NORTH HIGHWAY
FOUNDRY RD
6 Tavern Road,
Silverdale
Telephone: 09 421 0662
Canoe & Kayak Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Distribution
WELLINGTON
NORTH
LAKE TERRACE
IGHWAY 1
STATE H
NGAURANGA GORGE RD
CENTENNIAL HIGHWAY
TAUPO
SPA ROAD
RUAPEHU STREET
TAVERN ROAD
MALVERN
TANIWHA STREET
L V MARTIN
S.H.1
NORTH
2 Centennial Highway,
Ngauranga, Wellington
Telephone: 04 477 6911
J & M Downey Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Wellington
NORTH
FIRST
DRIVEWAY
TARANAKI
Unit 6, 631 Devon Road
Waiwhakaiho, New Plymouth
Telephone: 06 769 5506
Peter & Bronnie van Lith
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Taranaki
MANUKAU
GREAT SOUTH RD
TOYOYA
WAIWHAKAIHO RIVER
BRONCOS
DEVON ROAD
WIRI STATION ROAD
SOUTHERN MOTORAWAY
SMART ROAD
NORTH
710 Great South Road, Manukau
Telephone: 09 262 0209
Canoe & Kayak Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Manukau
JOIN THE
PHONE YOUR NEAREST
CANOE & KAYAK CENTRE
HAWKE’S BAY
TARADALE ROAD
15 Niven Street
Onekawa, Napier
Telephone: 06 842 1305
Canoe & Kayak Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Hawke’s Bay
BAY OF PLENTY
MACDONALD STREET
MAUNGANUI ROAD
NIVEN STREET
TO TAURANGA BRIDGE
LIQUORLAND
NORTH
HEWLETTS ROAD
KFC
3/5 Mac Donald Street
Mount Maunganui (off Hewletts Rd)
Telephone: 07 574 7415
Jenanne Investment Limited
Trading as Canoe & Kayak Bay of Plenty
FOR SALE!
Kayak Centres
Peter Townend
Phone 0274 529 255
www.canoeandkayak.co.nz