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3rd Annual Winter Solstice Paddle
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Monday, 8:06 PM EST by
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Thread started: Dec 13 2009, 12:13 PM EST
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Come out with us on Monday December 21 9 a.m. at Coleman Beach for our 3rd annual Solstice Paddle! We'll do lunch afterwards in Morro Bay somewhere.
Bring your Santa hats!
Rain cancels.
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RE: 3rd Annual Winter Solstice Paddle
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Monday, 8:06 PM EST
3rd Annual Winter Solstice Paddle Pictures
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak08/ (Viewing option 1)
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak08/index_html.html (Viewing option 2)
This was a great day. Thanks for all that made it possible.
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Basic Coastal Kayaking Class 12/15
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Dec 7 2009, 11:58 PM EST by
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This is a beginner class for folks interested in learning how to paddle a closed deck sea kayak. Paddle strokes, launching and landing in small surf, wet exits, deep water re-entries, and more will be explored in this class. Call Central Coast Kayaks at 805-773-3500 if interested. $95. bring your own water, snack and lunch. 9-3pm
Email me for more details. treilly1@gmail.com
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Tomales Bay and Pt. Reyes 11/21-22
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Nov 28 2009, 5:24 PM EST by
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Kat and I used the guide services of Sean Morley owner of River and Ocean for a spectacular weekend of paddling. He had guided us before on an earlier trip out the Golden Gate and up the Marin Headlands and we had a fantastic time so we went up for some more. On Saturday, under clear blue skies, we launched from Nick's Cove and paddled the western edge of beautiful Tomales Bay towards its mouth. The hope was to round the point out to the Pacific, but the surf was breaking across the mouth with an ebbing tide so the decision was made to land and hike over the ridge to have lunch overlooking the ocean. It was gorgeous and the views were awesome. We got to see the tule elk herd that makes its home on the preserve. We paddled back passing Walker Creek along the way and admired the flock of white pelicans there. On Sunday, under rainy skies, we drove to Drake's Beach and launched from there to paddle around Chimney Rock and up towards the Pt. Reyes Light. The sea was somewhat big and the wind chaotic which made for some challenging paddling, but the cliffs along Pt. Reyes are stunningly beautiful. It was the prettiest and most dramatic coastline I've ever paddled along. We stopped just short of the lighthouse and headed back with a following sea making the distance go by quickly. Elephant seals had taken up nearly all the beaches, but we found a small one to have a quick lunch on and then it was back along the tall bluffs of Drake's Bay into a stiff headwind towards the beach. We landed spent, but happy. It was a glorious weekend of paddling.
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Sunday 11/29 paddling invite
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Nov 28 2009, 4:49 PM EST by
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Barbara, Kat, and I are meeting at 9 at Old Port Beach at the boat ramp for an easy paddle around San Luis Bay if anyone would like to join us.
Tiffany
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Kayaking
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Nov 16 2009, 1:24 PM EST by
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Im looking for people to kayak with on a Monday or Tuesday of the week . Im wanting to practice my launching and landing skills .
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sit on top kayak for sale
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Nov 11 2009, 11:29 AM EST by
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2009 Ocean Kayak prowler trident 11 for sale. Used but in great shape. comes with seat, paddle, and cart for $700. Color is lime. Check it out at central coast kayaks.
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Surf zone class this sunday 11/16 9am-12
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Nov 11 2009, 11:16 AM EST by
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This class is for anyone interested in getting on and off the beach right side up in a kayak. We will be working on strategies to get out through surf, coming back in, what to do if you get sideways, timing, learning about waves, etc. Call Central Coast kayaks if you are interested. 805-773-3500. We will be teaching the class at fisherman's beach in avila on small surf to learn the basics and work on skills. Call cck for price.
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Launching from Avila Baech Old port boat ramp?
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Nov 9 2009, 6:45 PM EST by
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Thread started: Nov 5 2009, 2:46 PM EST
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Hi. I've never launched from here before and was thinking of coming up this Saturday to check it out. I've only paddled in Morro Bay and Lopez Lake, and this will be my first sheltered ocean paddle. Any tips on launching from the ramp as far as procedure goes? Is parking on Saturday close to the ramp difficult? Is this a busy ramp? I'll be by myself so it will take a little time to unload my boat , get it on the sand, and get my car off the ramp. any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks, Lee
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Nov 9 2009, 6:45 PM EST
Hi Tiffany. Right about the sandwich. It is the Shell Beach liquor store. I think I'll try the intro class to start out. Paul said they do some surf launching and landing along with other basic skills. Sounds like a good class for me. I'll post when I'm ready to go out again.
Lee
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Nice, Victor!
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Nov 8 2009, 6:35 PM EST by
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Beautiful boat, Victor! You must be way stoked! Can we see a picture of it closer up? I'll have to google this Norwegian kayak--I haven't heard of them before. You must have had the serious gimmes for this :-)
Congrats on your lovely, lovely boat!
Tiff
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Great Broach........
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Landing at Pismo
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Nov 7 2009, 10:34 PM EST by
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Thread started: Nov 7 2009, 10:34 PM EST
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Tiff,
I'm just now starting to catch up with stuff on ccpn......Those are great shots..... Who took all the pictures?
Great landing Tiff.....I landed with an awesome broach as well. Surf had good size didn't it......
Nice job....!
Victor
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Jesse King Memorial Paddle Race Pictures
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Nov 7 2009, 10:21 PM EST by
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Thread started: Nov 1 2009, 10:18 AM EST
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A snip from Victor...
The race yesterday was awesome. The water started out calm and within 15 minutes the sea became very windy, choppy and swells were 6 /7 feet. There were 2 DNF. and several who fell off their crafts but got back on.....The distance was 7.2 miles & probably close to 20 knott winds out in the open sea......that's not what most folks want to get out in....
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak07/ (Viewing option 1)
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak07/index_html.html (Viewing option 2)
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Nov 7 2009, 10:21 PM EST
Alan,
I second the motion.....I have to say ALAN, your shots were terriffic.....I say you are the Official Photographer.....! Anytime Tiff and Kathy like the pictures, they gotta be pretty good....!
The race really was something to remember.....but guess what, I'd do it all over again with all you guy's. You know you guys make paddling all worth while. I really appreciate your companionship and friendship.....! I could not have been Blessed with a finer bunch of friends to paddle with......We'll have to all get together and make some plans for a BBQ and get everybody from the North County & South County together. As some of you may know...., we missed our Winter Solstice Paddle due to the new Race, the
Jesse King Memorial. This would have been our 3rd Annual WSP.....! It has always turned out to be a total BLAST! Well we'll
have to think up another date for that.
Today,I paddled out the Bay at Elkhorn Slough but turned back at the bouy as the swells there were horrendous. Barbara Bast and her friend Sue waited for me where the water was calmer and we proceeded to paddle up the Slough a ways.....It was my maiden voyage in my new all Carbon Black Satin "North Sea" by Sea Bird Design. A Norwegian Kayak designed by Bjorn Thomasson.
I was like totally stoked by it's performance for the short while outside the breakers without dropping the rudder....
At 17ft. 7in. x 21in. and 40 LBS, It was unbelievable......I haven't bought a brand new Kayak since 1993 when I bought my Sea Star by Eddyline which I still paddle. I think I may have some faster boats but it sure is purrdy!
Harvey and a bunch of us had a great time at MB and we missed the rest of you. Of course it was on a Friday and, I know....
some folks have to work!!!
Lets all get together soon, I'll try to post some pic's of today's paddle.
Victor
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My experience at the Jesse King Paddle Race
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Nov 2 2009, 2:20 PM EST by
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I won't re-write what I have already written on my blog, but suffice it to say that my day at the Jesse King sure had it's ups and downs! See my blog at morrobaychuck.blogspot.com for my full report
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Paddling Pictures
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Oct 30 2009, 11:35 AM EDT by
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Kayaking in Morro Bay
Victor, Jen and I went paddling on Saturday in Morro Bay. A great paddle, especially when both Victor and Jen got to assist me in two separate rescues.
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak05/ (Viewing option 1)
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak05/index_html.html (Viewing option 2)
Kayaking in Avila Beach
I went kayaking around 3:30 today till almost dark and then went to Avila Hot Springs for a soak. A great day…
VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: I know Halloween is coming soon, but don’t let the last couple of pictures scare you!!!!!!!
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak06/ (Viewing option 1)
http://kcbx.net/~araul/kayak06/index_html.html (Viewing option 2)
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Oct 30 2009, 11:35 AM EDT
Nice! Looks like 2 beautiful days on the water. Thanks for sharing them.
See you in Cayucos tomorrow?
Tiffany
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Jesse King Memorial Paddle 10/31
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Oct 28 2009, 10:43 PM EDT by
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This is the first annual paddle in memory of this remarkable young man. The details are here:
http://www.jessekingmemorialpaddlerace.com/
I hope you can come out for it. The marine conditions look really good.
Kat and I will definitely be there; maybe Doug. Victor and Corky will be out for it. Who else?
You don't have to race; I certainly won't be. It's a fun paddle for a good cause and I hope to see some of the CCPN folks out there.
Reply here if you have questions.
Tiffany
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surf zone class 11/15/09
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Oct 28 2009, 9:14 PM EDT by
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Thread started: Oct 14 2009, 12:57 AM EDT
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If anyone is interested, I am teaching a surf zone class for Central Coast Kayaks on November15, sunday. If you ever wanted to learn how to get out and in through the surfzone, this is the class for you. Boat type does not matter, Sit-on-top or Closed deck boat. Skills we will be working on will be what to look for when launching, Strokes to get you out, How to keep you boat on course through the surf, Timing, getting back to the beach right side up :), using the back of the wave when landing, choosing the right landing spot and lots more. You should know Strokes: forward, reverse, forward sweep, reverse sweep; how to exit your boat in deep water and re-entry, have spent some time paddling. Rental boats and equipment is included in the price.
The class will be from 9am-1pm. We will be at Fisherman's beach in Avila. The surf is small there and we can always find bigger surf if needed. Cost is $65/per person. Contact CCK at 805-773-3500 to sign up. If you have more questions, please post here on CCPN.
Have fun and be safe! -tom
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Oct 28 2009, 9:14 PM EDT
It's a good class, Barbara, and how great you're doing it. I decided to take it when I was in my sit-on-top 3 years ago after a seriously unsuccessful surf launch and landing at San Simeon :-)
I wanted to be able to paddle pretty much anywhere along our coast and this allowed me to do it.
Have a great time!
Tiff
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Kayak Topock Gorge - November 20-22
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Oct 20 2009, 9:34 PM EDT by
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Thread started: Oct 20 2009, 9:45 AM EDT
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Yesterday I signed up to kayak the Colorado River from the Topock Gorge to Lake Havasu. I'm joining a group of kayakers from California Kayak Friends. They're based around Ventura.
Learn more at http://www.ckf.org/events/event_details.asp?EventID=770.
Ralph Sutter
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PIsmo surf kayaking competition
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Oct 20 2009, 12:20 AM EDT by
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This last saturday there were over 20 competitors on waveskiis and surf kayaks earning points for the USA west surf kayaking team. Great folks and fun surf.
Check out the photos here.
http://go.kayaking.com/photo/albums/pismo-beach-clam-slam-surf
love to see more local folks out there next time.
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TAKS symposium in San Simeon 10/17-10/18
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Oct 19 2009, 9:41 PM EDT by
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Wow it was very cool to finally check this out. It was a traditional artic kayak symposium. That is boats built in the same tradition as greenland and aleuts of the artic region. These boats have a wooden frame and fabric skin. Each boat is built by hand and designed for each person, like a custom suit. I heard that Victor went up on Friday and took some cool shots. I am bummed I did not see them on the water. I also heard that Corky made it up there and got in a boat.
Please let me know if you are interested in a greenland paddle building workshop or a boat building workshop. I am very motivated to make this happen. We would need 6 people ot make this work. contact me if you are interested. Maybe over xmas break or after the new year.
-tom
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Weekend kayak events (10/17 & 18)
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Oct 19 2009, 9:30 PM EDT by
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For those interested, On Saturday and Sunday at the Pismo Pier there will be a surf kayak and waveski competition being held during the Clam Festival.
Also this weekend, the Traditional Arctic Kayak Symposium is being held at San Simeon. There will be classes and and clinics and a chance to see authentic skin on frame kayaks on the beach there.
Cool stuff to check out.
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Oct 19 2009, 9:30 PM EDT
It was great seeing you, too, Victor! We enjoyed the surf contest immensely. And I will think about the Angel Island Race, but it's not looking real promising as of right now.
Brad?! I do remember him! Where were you paddling when you ran across him? Good for him getting out there!
For sure the Jesse King Race on Halloween . . .
I'm putting up some of the TAKS pics from you and Tom in the photo section here. You got some great shots.
Tiff
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new to kayaking and thinking of buying something entry level
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Oct 4 2009, 2:13 AM EDT by
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Hi all :) My wife and I are new to kayaking, and having been cruising around Morro Bay Harbor a few times. We really like it alot and are thinking of purchasing a couple of kayaks to enjoy the sport more, in various locations. We tried out a sit on top model of kayak, and found the seating to be very hard on our backs. After a couple of hours we were through! But we rented a couple of sit in side singles and we really enjoyed it much much more. The problem is that after reading about self rescue I dont know if my wife would be able to do a self rescue. I coulld help her but she is weak righ now in upper body strength.
so we are looking for recommendations from people who are in the sport. We dont have alot of cash for an inital output, and are loking at a 12 foot Manatee kayak from LL bean or maybe if we hear there are ways to make a sit on top comfortable, trying something like that. Please let me know what you think...experience is something I would like to have the benefit of when making a decision. tell me your tales, likes and dislikes.
So you know, my wife is about 5 ft 5, and is not a petite little lady. Shes not huge, but she would kill me for posting her weight on here! I am 5, 10, weigh 230 and have ok strength. I know i could pull of a self rescue if needed, but hope to never have too. We also have a 12 year old son who would like to get into the sport with us, but we would like to get him a kayak to grow into, eventually. So let me know what you think and what kind of recomendations you would have. We like to paddle the bay, and would like to try out some lakes here locally too. Let me know if you have any other spots that woud be fun to check out too!
Thanks so much, and I am looking forward to hearing back from all of you!
See you on the water!
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Oct 4 2009, 2:13 AM EDT
Hello and welcome! Kayaking is the best sport! When I got started I chose a sit on top (SOT) kayak because of the same concerns you mentioned. I was overweight, did not have much upper body strength, and was fearful of being in a sit inside kayak. One of the first things I did with my SOT was to buy a better seat--it made a world of difference. I also took a lesson in self-rescue and paddling technique which gave me tons more confidence in me and my boat. I'd have to echo Tom about boat recommendations--go for a tandem SOT with a single SOT for your son. Honestly? If you're already concerned about self rescue in a sit-inside kayak, trust me, that concern will become such a worry while on the water that you and your wife won't have an enjoyable time. Go for the SOTs :-) As for other spots to paddle, check out the "Places to Paddle" page on the site here. Hopefully this was helpful; if you've got further questions, don't hesitate to post and ask.
Yes indeed, hope to see you on the water! It's the best place to be!
Tiffany
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