I want to build a sea kayak that I can surf some gentle waves, as well as explore some rivers. suggestions?
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These are great, a friend built one and they are very seaworthy....
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http://www.directboats.com/kiwmartwaink.html  go here to see
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im answering if ur kayaking at the sea, but maybe u can adapt it anywhere else as well.\n\nas the kayak is going on to the shore, \nwhile ur butt is in the canoe,\nwith 4fingers holding the paddle and the thumb holding on into the insides of the seat of ur canoe,\nswing one leg over into the water,\nthen use your (two) hands to push urself and bring ur butt on top of the other side of your canoe.\nso, at that time, the first foot will land on the ground, then u can swing the other leg over, and land with both feet on the ground, while ur hands are still on the canoe.\nwatch out for the paddle and ur partner if ur riding for two.\n\nmake sure u dont stand in the canoe. bad idea..
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I own a Heritage Feather-lite Angler, and I love it. It's great for creeks, and around the banks of small lakes or ponds www.heritagekayaks.com  let me know what you think.
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It does sound like fun but you have to ask yourself how practical would it really be bearing in mind the varying weather conditions, tides, shipping and navigational hazards that you may or are likely to experience on the Clyde. \n\nYou will also need to look at identifying practical launching and landing sites near to your point of departure and arrival.\n\nWhether it is silly or not depends entirely on your experience and ability as a Kayakist.\n\nI'm not so familiar with the Clyde but knowing the Firth of Forth quite well I can safely say that 2 miles (even in a boat) can seem alot longer not to mention take longer if you suddenly find yourself caught up in bad weather or the wrong side of the tide.\n\nIf you want to use a boat then you will have to think about places to moor or berth.\n\nFor more information on Kayaking contact the British Canoe Union:\n\nhttp://www.bcu.org.uk
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I'd recommend a Softop in the 7 foot range. If you're 5'1, then that will feel like a long board for you. \n\nA couple reasons Softops are good first boards:\n\n1) They're cheaper than regular fiberglass boards\n\n2) They're soft, so you won't crack your head on the board when you wipe out ( and as a beginner you can expect plenty of wipeouts).\n\nOnce you learn, you will want to get a fiberglass or epoxy board to take your surfing to the next level, but the softop will do the trick for now. I've had a couple friends who learned on them, and they worked out great.\n\nYou'll have to call your local shop to see if they carry them. Most do these days.\n\nOr check out their site.\n\nhttp://surftech.com/softops.php
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There is a great place, on the CT river.  You can rent a kayak or tube , whichever you prefer. You will start off at the rental center , go a good way down the CT river and stop at a pick up point designated by the rental center. There, they will pick up you, your kayak or tube, and take you by shuttle back to the parking lot.\nIt is an amazing little journey and is quite scenic. I am sorry but over the years I can't for the life of me remember the name of the service that rents the kayak's out.
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Well, I cant sail my sail boat under it, so maybe I will kayak.
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A kayak is more versatile for us Floridians. We can use them for paddling in quiet lakes and rivers, but they are also suitable for ocean, or for waterways where the big boats make big wakes.\n\nI suggest you talk to an expert. Call REI at 1 800 426 4840 and ask for an outdoor advisor. This not-for-profit retailer of outdoor gear and supplies will help you choose, whether or not you are a member, whether or not you buy anything.
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http://www.canoewales.com/ This is one of the best sites for kayaking in Wales, complete with river guides. Includes links to alot of clubs in S Wales(in the Neath/Swansea area). Post again if you want any more info.
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Speak to your local surf shop. Try out some few boards and see how they respond. These shops should be able to offer boards that people can test (i think you have to leave credit card details to prevent boards getting nicked). There's bound to be a shaper there, or they will know one so you know you'll get a good advice.\n\nTry the big foamie ones (yes, the beginner board). Otherwise, an egg-shaped board, around 7'6 will be good fun (example McTavish Egg). Find something with rounder rails. Your aim at this time is to catch more waves as much as you could to get your pop-ups perfect. Then do your bottom turn next, etc. \n\nAnd then you can progress to riding 6's (since you skateboard/snowboard, i gathered you're geared towards shortboard-riding?). But if you are a soul-surfer, then perhaps try a long board. Again, the type of boards you'll be riding is dependent on the type of waves you'll be surfing.\n\nHappy shopping.
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need more info:\n\ndo you want a cat (hobie 22) or a keelboat (shields or echels) or a day sailor (harbor 20) or something you could sleep aboard (catalina 22) depends on where you live where you plan to sail are you looking to sail in the ocean a harbor or a lake. do you want to race? do you plan to keep it on a trailer or a slip or a mooring? do you want to sleep on board?\n\nemail for more info
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I would say doing all those things with dolphins, porpoises, whales, or manatees would be spectacular....talk to SeaWorld, they can probably lead you to the right place.
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That's a great hobby you chose and not a more perfect location too!  I'm from Portland and what I suggest is do a search on the net in the yellow pages in the Portland area and lookup rec stores like REI or things like that and call 3 of them up and ask for suggestions on the best route to take when starting out windsurfing, oh, also hint:  Live and work in Vancouver, WA.  Right across the river, but cheaper to live, just as beautiful and if you work there, you don't have state taxes taken out and you can just drive 2 miles across the river and shop in Oregon for no sales taxes, yeah baby!  Good Luck on your new hobby!
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Go to a local marine  shop and get some good advice.
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Try here:\n\nhttp://www.saltwateredge.com/PROD/SG5C/YOZ01
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1. Obtain four clean 55-gallon barrels, 20 feet of rope, several boards, 40 pounds of beef jerky\n\n2. Fill barrels 1/3d full with fresh water.\n\n3. Lash boards to barrels to make raft, saving one wide board\n\n4. Take assembly to ocean\n\n5. Place raft in water\n\n6. Use wide board as paddle and go out a few miles\n\n7. Wait for current to carry you to America