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23rd-24th January 2016 - JomGom
Drawing inspiration from the WomDomNom, and being a time poor and impatient Sydney-sider, I thought I would give this trip a go. Its the dash from Jugiong to Gundagai down the Murrumbidgee river. Covering 44 kms on the first day and 30 kms on the second, this paddle is for the experienced and fit paddler. Best suited to plastic kayaks over 4 metres. For anyone thinking these distances are ambitious, Tracy will be up the river on the other side of Burrinjuck dam leading more measured journey.
The plan is to camp in Jugiong on Friday night (after approximately 4 hour drive from Sydney plus the shuttle of cars to Gundagai). We will head off early Saturday morning, and camp overnight on the river. The aim is to get to Gundagai in time for the Sunday lunch in the pub before heading back to Sydney.
This will be a completely self contained trip. No cars, no toilets and no back up. So in many ways it is like the WomDomNom without the glamour. If this appeals to you, further information can be found at the following site RiverTrails
Participation is at the discretion of the trip leader. PNSW fee $20 for non-club members.
Contact - Andy Singh 0414922979 openwater@rivercanoeclub.org
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24th-26th January 2016 - Backwaters of Burrinjuck Dam
The Murrumbidgee River has long been a favourite for kayakers - from its headwater near Yaouk, paddlers have tracked the river on its northern course, in the shadow of the Brindabella mountains, past Bredbo and Colington. The accessible sections around Canberra provide opportunities for both novices and experts - Angle Crossing, Point Hut, Pine Island, Uriarra. Heading to Yass the river prepares to swings west to commence its long and winding path across the western slopes. Here its course is trapped by the Burringjuck Dam which holds the river in the final foothills of the Brindabellas.
The plan is for two or three days paddling on a section of the upper Murrumbidgee & Burrinjuck Dam not usually paddled by kayakers, with a base camp at Hume Park Tourist Resort, a quarter hour drive south of Yass. Sunday paddle 20k on the last stage of the Murrumbidgee as it enters from the first hills of the dam. Monday 20k paddle on easy waters of the dam and in and out of a few gulleys. Optional Tuesday paddle on the north arm of the dam where Yass River enters. Touring sit-in kayaks of 4m or more.
Contact - Tracy Hudson 0411024088 secretary@rivercanoeclub.org
Waterways Guide http://www.waterwaysguide.org.au/map/6336
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31st January 2016 - Industrial Sydney - Fish Markets
Follow Rob as he meanders through the old industrial harbours of Sydney including Rozelle Bay and White Bay. Stop off for lunch at the fish markets.
Contact: Rob Walker flatwater@rivercanoeclub.org
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29th January 2016 - Canoe Polo
Season starts 29 January 2016 - years ago the club fielded many canoe polo teams. The 2015 Spring competition saw a number of members get involved. So our challenge is to build our numbers to form a club team. No talent required.
Contact: Rob Walker flatwater@rivercanoeclub.org
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The Patient Whitewater Paddler
Any River - Any Weekend
Dave Burgess
"Gotta grab the water while its there! "
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More Training Programs - PNSW Sea Leader and Instructor Programs
PaddleNSW has arranged a series of training programs for those interested in developing their sea kayaking qualifications. See the PaddleNSW website for more details
Enclosed Sea Guides: 2 days only (Friday/Saturday) February 19 & 20
Enclosed Sea instructors: 3 days only (Friday to Sunday) February 19, 20 & 21
Sea Instructors, Sea Guides and Sea Leaders 4 days (Friday to Monday) February 19, 20, 21, & 22
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Last week I was helping a new club member putting a kayak on their roof rack. Somewhere in their enthusiasm they had managed to buy some really lousy straps. No doubt they looked really good in the shop, but long painful experience suggests a better purchase could be made. So in this spirit I wanted to provide some feedback on the Big Foot plate system from Rob Mercer at Expedition Kayaks. If you are the owner of a plastic sea kayak, chances are your feet are resting on small pegs which make contact with only a small part of the foot. During the 2014 WomDomNom my feet progressively went numb over the four days of paddling. As I entered marathon racing I learnt how an efficient kayak stroke involved pushing from the heel of the foot. So going into the 2015 WomDomNom I experimented for a month in building my own heel to toe footrest system. Luckily two nights before, I bought the BigFoot plate system and quickly installed it. Over four days of paddling, the plate provided ongoing comfortable support for my feet, and improved drive from my legs, and subsequent body rotation. I fitted the plate systems on the lower set up (rails fitted upside down as shown in photo) which better fitted my kayak. Upon reflection, I have no idea why kayak manufacturers fit peg foot rests, and I lament the four years on paddling without the Big Foot. Well done Rob on producing an uber useful upgrade.
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Whitewater Pyranha Jed $900
Some of our more experienced white water paddlers may be able to comment on this boat. Used white water boats surface online through a number of different websites. This one was posted on AdventurePro. The club has a lot of white water kayaks to hire, so try before you buy, and ask a lot of members their opinions.
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Q-Kayak Tui $1400
This type of kayak is the core of the club's flat water fleet. It is a great flat water boat for the beginner. Long, stable, indestructible, capable of being paddled all day down the river, harbour or estuary. Its rollable, and not too heavy. This one has deck lines so can go out to sea and comes with other goodies. See the ad on Gumtree.
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Dagger Apostle
This kayak may well be sold on ebay by the time of publication. The kayak has deck lines, hatches and a rudder - it is quite capable for going out to sea. Its claimed to be 55 cms wide which would make it narrower than most plastic boats, which could make it faster. Check out the sold price as an indicator of the current cost of a second hand kayak. Someone from the NSW Sea Kayaking Club has written a review on this kayak. See the ad on Ebay.
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Used Marathon Racing Boats
Thinking of joining us on the Hawkesbury Classic next year. Thinking about paddling as fast as possible. Not thinking about safety at all - then buy a mid-rec racer. This website has a range of racing kayaks, some at good prices. Marathon paddlers are obsessed with the newest and latest, so there are bargains to be had for second hand boats. Not for the beginner, but dreams start somewhere.
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Club Enquiries
New Member Contact
Andy Singh
0414 922 979
president@rivercanoeclub.org
CLUB MEETINGS– held periodically at either the Clubhouse, situated at Richardsons Crescent Marrickville (opposite Tempe Railway Station and next to the Concordia Club), or depending on trips away by a river somewhere. Check calendar for the dates & venue.
This Magazine is copyright to River Canoe Club. No part may be reproduced without permission. Non-profit canoeing clubs may reproduce any article without permission, as long as the source and copyright is acknowledged.
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