Wild Turkey Paddlers

bhotrum

Have you sold this kayak yet ?
I am an instructor and could use this kayak in my fleet.

let me know
flatwaterkingdom@hotmail.com
Barry

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Hey I am interested in the Force 4 if you still have it and would make arrangements to come test paddle and purchase in mid July.

Is there any keel or hull damage >?

I have an Assateague and love Impex boats.

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Is this boat in excellent condition still ?
I am interested - i'm teaching kayaking and would love a second f/g boat
at that price

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Hey Chris I would suggest although i don't own these models: Current Designs - Storm or Squall both excellent rotomolded p.e kayaks Necky Elaho or Chatham - Necky makes excellent hard wearing 3 layer p.e. P&H Capella - excellent quality in most of the 16 and 17ft lines Avoid going 14 footer, the...

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Hi,

Same thing happens to my Aqua Bound Manta Ray paddle at the center
ferrule. WD40 is handy for fixing it in a snap.

cheers
barry

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Hey there, I broke down and went with an ICOM M-34 submersible VHF radio, excellent protection with NOAA local beacon weather reports continuously - and only cost 125.00. Has recharger and last weeks on single charge so excellent - keep it in a dry bag from SealLine or whatever works for you. When n...

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Paid $420 new for a base rack Thule system, changed vehicles and dont need any longer. Used maybe 3 times and is mint - pictures available.150.00 takes it !I will ship it bulk third class anywhere.

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Best instructional kayaking video in last few years is
Ken Whiting's Sea Kayaking - shot in Broken Group
Islands in British Columbia- Most paddle shops
know this title. (40.00 retail)

Cheers,

BH

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Hey DJ, Debates are good ! I personally rely on a re-enter and roll if i screw up a standard roll after capsizing. Provided the paddler has hung on to his boat- in those conditions i would definitely tether myself to a bungee line so that if I came up my boat didnt drift away-reenter and roll is rea...

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Adam, Nice video, shows you that not only how the rescue can still be executed but sometimes the perspective on the water is that the waves appear larger than they really are which can intimidate a good paddler. The key is to remember to focus on executing the rescue whichever one they decide to do ...

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Another regrettable incident in terms of kayaking and cold water paddling safety. All due respects to this man's family, apparently he was a well schooled paddler and had complete cold-water immersion gear. I just question why someone would want to go out in 72 mile an hour winds with 40 degree wate...

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Hey Adam, I was thinking about the term snooty after I read your article and yes, its amazing what goes on in small little towns. Case in point - wilmington, north carolina has its share of complete A.H. cops who think nothing of pulling over out of state plates, Canadians, people who look out of pl...

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nice work fellas, man you've set the bar up high for all to aspire to !

barry h

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great shots, love the one where it looks like a caribbean beach with the yaks floating above the clear pristine water.

bh

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Hi dana, If interested I have a barely used Necky Elaho HV for sale - cost me 2200 Canadian 2 yrs ago, will sacrifice for 750.00 US. It's 17 feet, 23" wide and is a fast sleek boat with removable seat pad and is one of Necky 's best rotomolded boats. I realize I am in Niagara area of Canada, but I c...

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Yes, neoprene is much much harder to release upside down, made me panic a little a couple years back when this happened - had a GUL full neoprene - tight fit, dry, hot and hard to get off the rim of the cockpit - sold it - went to an Ultralite harmony with a front mesh pocket - highly recommend it -...

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Keep in mind as good as this guy is in technique, it takes a lot more strength to roll over a 17'10" boat with fully loaded hatches etc. The boat he is rolling weighs less than probably 35lbs and appears to be less than 15'. Good technique and positioning though - note the big hip snap at the crucia...

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No probs - pass it on if talking with the paddling brethren in the coming weeks - have all digital pics etc, warranty cards, bill of sale etc.

Cheers,

bh

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Pat, I am selling a gently used 17' elaho hv. Less than 100hrs paddling on it, no fade, mint condition - 750.00 firm. It's an 05'. Love the boat but almost always defer to FG now. It's up on a bracket right now and probably will not get paddled this year at all. Pass it on if someone else is looking...

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I guess I should have qualified my comments on cold-water paddling - i was referring to paddling in conditions that would likely cause capsize or the need to roll...stuff like 5-10 foot heavy chop and beyond, windy conditions post-winter and that kind of thing. I agree also that drysuits and wetsuit...

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I may cause some controversy here, but I personally think paddling in water less than 40F is downright dangerous and not worth the risk. The average human being cannot hold their breath longer than 9 seconds in sub 50 degree water and this makes setting up for a roll next to impossible. That means a...

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Hi folks, Just wanted to pass on that Andrew M's mission to cross the Tasman Sea has apparently gone awry yesterday, 80km short of his goal. Wavelength and his own site are posting updates as they come - his PFD and drysuit were not found, but his overturned kayak was spotted west of New Zealand.(co...

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For those seeking warmer climates right now to paddle in...Cinnamon Bay in St John's V.I. would have to rate highly based on the article in canoekayak.com....could use some 75-80 degree temps with 70 degree water...

ahh the horror of winter !!!!

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For those seeking warmet climates right now to paddle in...Cinnamon Bay in St John's V.I. would have to rate highly based on the article in canoekayak.com....could use some 75-80 degree temps with 70 degree water...

ahh the horror of winter !!!!

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For those seeking a unique kayak design, check out wavelength magazine's article about two kayakers raising funds by crossing the Tasman sea in Australia. The kayak is called " Lot 41". This could come in real handy as a support platform for a trip all the way down from NY harbor to the Keys !

http://www.wavelengthmagazine.com/

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best bet for fall and spring IMHO is to use a farmer john, with armholes free, no more than 3mm, make sure it is a good fit, not too big or too small as it will lead to chafing - then layer over top with a base layer capilene garment longsleeve (underarmour etc.). Top layer should be a gasket fit st...

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Hey guy, I posted an article with photos late last year about using the plastic covered storage hooks, some good bungie cords or ropes, and suspending your kayaks overhead from a beam. Make sure to look for this article. The key is make sure the bungie cords are taut enough to hang about shoulder he...

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i agree with Craig, the design is very flawed, so much for carving a nice turn and getting some speed for touring. This product is ideal for one thing only - stable and unmoveable platform for fishing, so I would offer that it would be good for paddles of less than 1,000 yds out to a favorite fishin...

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Todd,

My Elaho is still looking for a buyer, its in excellent condition and is a steal at 875.00 U.S. Let me know, we could arrange to ship it to you FOB for about 150.00 bucks, I'll split the cost with you. Go test paddle the same model your way to see if you like it.

Cheers,

B. Hotrum

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Thanks for input above...I test drove and investigated a Mazda G5 MAV - multi-activity-vehicle, and was quite pleased with roof height, functionality, power and space inside. Neat vehicle, almost like an Aztek Cross with a Dodge Caliber and rolled into a Minivan.

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Hi all, About to trade in a very dependable Aztek with 140k miles on it - it has been an excellent kayak support vehicle (KSV) with tie rings on the floor of back, canopy, front tie hooks underneath front bumper etc. My new dilemma is finding equal in functionality for tying down two boats. The cont...

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Post email to send to and I will zip them over to you.

Cheers,

barry

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Todd, I have a Necky Elaho HV for sale at 875.00 U.S. 2005 Model. Less than 60-70 hrs paddled in her. I have two other boats both composites - and could arrange to meet you in Syracuse,NY in the coming month if you want. Mint condition - photos available - last I checked they were 1500 U.S. 17 foot,...

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Dave, Could you use neoprene covers in addition to the VCP covers on the Chatham, might be just what they call incidental water intrusion just from rough water conditions ? My Necky Elaho uses these covers in addition to the poly covers and it is bone dry even when rolling etc. My Assateague has the...

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Hi all, Pulled the trigger recently on a Python 6 foot lash lock from the Orange Depot for 19 bucks. Excellent design, great for locking around and through rudder vents or kayak cockpit framing to secure your boat on ground/land, while camping, or even at home. Always lock your boat in your garage, ...

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Steve,

Yes the PFD will have an auto sensor and on/off pump type button similar to what you see on a pair of RBK pump skates (big green button made of rubber with encased pressure switch - thumb activated push down).

Cheers,

Barry

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Sorry, forgot to mention that is a kayaking specific, side-zip PFD paddle vest with large arm holes and front key and VHF pockets etc. It is a Class 3 vest and would meet US Coast Guard reg's etc. Similar design to a Salus high-end PFD. Will post photo when I am done creating the PDF sales sheet for...

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Hi Folks, I work with a company that is designing a PFD (under 70 dollars) that will have nightlighting on pinstriping on edges of the PFD. The lighting is for dusk paddling and of course night paddling. Lighting is waterproof halogen from fuel cell design. run times of the pfd with lights on are es...

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Skip, I recently stopped into Oak Orchard Canoe in Upstate, NY and picked up a Thule Catalog for 2006. In it you will find probably 3-4 good options for you - whether you have siderails, factory bars or nothing at all. Expect to pay about 400 all in for a rack that can tote two boats up top, with ot...

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Adam, I heard a story once about a surfer who lost half a pinky toe to a Bluefish that took a bite out of his dangled foot down in North Carolina a couple years back. Is there any credibility to this story ? Makes one a little nervous around the feeding time of 4-7pm down on the beach. I always beli...

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