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royhprum
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Posted: 18 Jul 2011 at 4:46pm |
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So everyone!? I am pretty somewhat new.I got the basics of white water kayaking. I go the roll. I Am descent on my edges.I weigh 151.4.I was wondering what any of you would prefer/suggest me to start out with.?so any ideas?
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royhprum
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Posted: 18 Jul 2011 at 5:35pm |
What I meant is what kind of Hardshell kayak should i start out with.I looked online but im not sure if i can just hop into my comp. screen and see if i could fit into it. haha
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water wacko
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 7:57am |
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It depends. Initially, I would ask what appeals to you more, playboating or creekin'. They are both complimentary paddling disciplines and help each other out in the long run, but for starters you should start out doing something that will be more fun that just "practicing technique".
If you have a fav, pick that style of boat. You'll be on class III for a bit, but you'll be learning your boat. Paddle YOUR boat a lot and become familiar with it. Paddle it until you get bored or you feel you've come to the limits of your craft and want to try something more cutting edge.
Good luck! Most modern boats in the last 10 years will all get you down the river. The important thing is being familiar and COMFORTABLE with the boat.
Welcome to whitewater!!!
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chipmaney
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 8:29am |
when i started out, i wasn't into playboating or creeking, since i didn't have the skill for either. i was just into running rivers. if you plan on getting better and making moves on the river (as opposed to floating), then i would recommend a planing hull boat, as your skill will surpass a displacement hull rather quickly.
Good planing hull boats include the Dagger Axiom as a river runner that can surf. If you want a potential cross-over for steeper stuff, then Pyranha Burn.
If you want safe and stable with no huge potential for increased performance with increasing skill, any old displacement hull will do. People seem to like the Dagger RPM, which is basically the displacement hull version of the Axiom.
In the end, it seems best to paddle a bunch of boats and see what you like before you boat.
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not-very-clever
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 9:53am |
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pyrana inazone was my first, great forgiving play boat. it can surf waves and run rapids. in my opinion a really good beginner boat that has the capabilities to run some class 4. hard edges to learn carving ect.
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BRoss
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 2:26pm |
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Wavesport Diesel, great beginner boat with volume and edges, allow you to surf waves and also start to run harder rivers.
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Wiggins
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 3:00pm |
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Dagger Axiom. It has edges, it is forgiving, the nose has a lot of volume to get you started with easier creeks, and when you get better it will be a great big water boat.
Pyrahna has a similar boat that looks good to.
Kyle
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royhprum
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 5:23pm |
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haha okay well thanks! thats a start
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royhprum
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Posted: 19 Jul 2011 at 5:28pm |
wavesport diesel,dagger axiom,and the RPM. and hull boats.Well i've continously go down the skykomish river every summer With an Ik.And did split rock to big eddy 4 times in diff. hardshells. umm. went all the way from split to sultan also. i think i am more comfortable with the wavesport diesel. surfing sounds fun. and umm all my past experience is just from the river house in index.
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thad2000
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Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 10:24am |
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If you do any practice or basic runs let me know. I'm just getting into it too. (I.E. still waiting for sprayskirt from amazon.)
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jon!
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Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 11:31am |
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I'm knew to kayaking as well so I'd be up for practice or class 2 runs too
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royhprum
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Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 1:20pm |
hahaha well that sounds like a plan!I'm down on kayaking! I live right between the green and white river.So i got 2 basic rivers with mixed runs.We wold just have to find a way to get together sometime.I'm thinking about buying a kayak soon. like within the next 2 weeks either the diesel or a remix
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thad2000
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Posted: 20 Jul 2011 at 6:04pm |
I'm in Tacoma, so I imagine we are close to neighbors...
Write me when your ready.
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royhprum
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Posted: 21 Jul 2011 at 8:37am |
your probably right! aha we could find more people.I am ready aha
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