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The Willis from Astral is a super slim PFD. The PFD has a number of features in common with the very popular green jacket.
This includes a buckle system that allows side entry into the PFD, a front throw bag storage compartment, and a deep front pocket. A knife attachment point and reflective detailing complete the front of the PFD.
The rear of the Willis is a no nonsense affair and has a very clean design.
Continue readingDevils Water – what a name! This river grade III (IV) river is a tributary of the River Tyne and joins the Tyne just west of Corbridge. As you enter Corbridge follow the signs for the A695 and Hexham. This will take you right over the river and will allow a judgement to be madee on the water level. At the bridge near Dilston, the final rapid can be seen, if the rocks are covered the river is worth a go. This is also the preferred get out point.
The get in is very near the hamlet of Steel. A small stone bridge crosses the river just before the hamlet. Enough room can be found to park one or two cars at the most. Please make sure you leave enough room so the bridal way/track can be accessed by farm/forestry workers.
The river is narrow from the start with trees being a real hazard after heavy rain fall. From the “Steel” bridge the river gets off to a bang with a 2m fall within the first few metres. Keep tight to the obvious line and you shouldn’t have any problems. Continue reading
The River Etive has to be one of the best white water runs in Scotland. At grade III – IV the middle Etive from the road bridge to Dalness falls is by far the best section.
The middle Etive is a 3 mile drop run separated by small rapids. The first rapid is known as Triple Falls which is graded at a grade III+. The stopper are pretty grippy. Setting up bank support is easy and is highly recommended.
I just got the new Liquidlogic Scooter out for a demo today on Hurley on 2 gates. Here are my thoughts of the boats.
Quick Ref: I am 5’11, 34 inch inside leg, size 10 feet, 9.5stone. Quick history of the boats I have paddled: LL Skip, LL Pocket Rocket, LL Space Cadet.
I have been paddling Liquidlogic boats for the past two years and so have progressed through the range. I initially was worried whether I would fit in the Scooter, as my Pocket Rocket was crippling and so is the Skip I am using at the moment. I jumped in the Scooter straight away and had room. The foot cushion was on the limit of my comfort, if I move (which I will) the seat forwards it will come out and be replaced with a foam footrest. Outfitting is the same as all previous models, with a water bottle holder and the foot cushion.
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