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You must have missed it near the end when I talked about this. I got it from Spindrift UK but you must pre-order if you want one for September unless you're very lucky. Check out the last 15 minutes of the video 👍

Thought you would like the sound of an ice-cream boat (me too) That bridge has a story behind it because when it was first built, they cut some corners and it collapsed But that was a long time ago.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Whoa! Sounds bad. Yes, there's also a boat that goes around the archipelago in summer handing out free drinks of one of my favorite sodas - but it's never found me on the water. Sad!

@AirOnTheWater That's not good but hopefully it will find you one day 🤞

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Hope is what keeps us going!

@@AirOnTheWater Not just hope, ice cream too Hehehe 🍦🍦🍦🍦

Thank you, and yes a beautiful day.

If you want a motor for this kayak you have to buy it separately.

👍,nice boat. God bless you

There new. 👍

Perhaps ! One of the reasons I wanted this is for its hard construction and travel ability But also for the rare days when the sun's out so I can put the seat back and lay down. To be honest, if she handles like she's meant to, and I can't see any reason why it shouldn't after watching Cliffs and Kens review, then I can see myself using this boat a lot more than the PakAyaK (But we will have to wait and see what happens on Saturday when I take it out for the first time) Also yes David the quality is excellent, and did impress me

It's funny in a way because I told myself I would never buy another small lite kayak again because the one I had before just couldn't handle the slightest breeze that's why I got rid and picked up the X500 however when I spotted this and noticed it was a hundred percent drop stitch I thought that will be great. As for the yak yes it looks like a SUP with a tube around the side of it lol But it does look beautiful and the colours really pop out.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Indeed! I imagine as well that the full drop stitch should make a real difference. Hope it works well on the water! My guess is it will, within reasonable parameters.

Yes not a class 3 White water boat lol

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Hehe, probably not, unless tou want to be using it as a bathtub 🛁😜

@@AirOnTheWater Haha

You and me both! Matey 👍

Hope you have a great time 👍

Thanks 👍 yes the colours really pop

Yes I just don't understand kid's who would do something like that, they think it's funny, however considering the size of the rock and the height of the bridge if it had hit my head it could have been bad. Yes a nice spot, made a change.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Yes, that's not just irresponsible, it's criminal. Glad you were ok.

@@AirOnTheWater Thanks 👍

Believe me it wasn't easy. Yes it's a nice river but unfortunately not very long, from were we started about 2 miles in both directions. However, very beautiful so I will be going back.

No worries! As I say in the video I have a lot of your gear and I have never had a problem with anything.

Interesting George! That is one surprisingly long dry bag, as you say, but possibly as you say it could work well for the X500 if things don't get too crowded by bringing the pump in the back compartment as well. I'm on the way back from a two day paddling adventure in four locations, will be exhausted once I reach home I'm sure but a great trip 😎

Sounds like a great trip, looking forward to seeing the footage.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT 😎

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Arriving home post midnight as we speak. A lot of work but also a lot experienced + got to paddle with a friend I hadn't met in a long while.

Not very long before you hit lock gates but a nice paddle

Don't put yourself down your video was great. Also you did a great job of getting in and out of the Yak. Thank Louise for watching and if she dose subscribe I will buy her some flowers.

Not too bad, but starts to get stronger 4 or 5 miles farther down. Glad you liked the video 👍

Yes great day turned into a 12 mile paddle with plenty of sunshine But no ice-cream

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Nice (but sad!)

Cracking version of the song 🎵

Calming video George. 12 miles too! had your Weetabix 😂

@@uni-bob-kayaking Cheers yes I like this version

Thanks for the sub! I'm glad you liked the video.

lol... I'm after a white-water yak next as I have found a white-water centre 3 hours away but unfortunately, they don't hire out boats so you need your own. As for Scotland I'm definitely going back next year But this time I'm not planning anything.

Tell me about it matey took nearly 3 times longer to get back lol

Glad you liked the video, thanks. Yes them kids were so bloody stupid, just glad they missed. Good to hear you had a nice time on the river on Wednesday, also thanks for the info about York I will check that spot out. 👍👍

Sorry to hear of your bad fortune, and hopefully it won't be long before you get the new clamps. Glad you liked the video 😁👍

I will check

Glad you think so! Cheers

Yes I think we all have made that mistake I know I did, after my 20 year lay off I picked up a cheap kayak, used it about 3 times then upgraded, and yes always best to try B4 you buy, so a club or hire is recommended. Glad you liked the post David 👍

And after your course was finished Then so was your bank balance lol Cheers buddy 👍

@@THE-RIVER-RAT pretty much 😂😂

Thanks Patrik, glad you liked it. A bit tricky this one because I wanted to encourage new paddlers but at the same time warn them, if you know what I mean.

Yes I was lucky to get a great day and the water was like glass.

Thank you and I'm glad you liked it. This is a great hiking tent ultra light and easy to set up and strong and 100% waterproof. I know what you meant there are plenty of snobs out there that think unless your tent cost £500 + it's no good, well I can honestly say their wrong. You stick with Alice my friend and don't let anyone tell you different.

G'day matey glad you liked it 👍

Haha ... Crazy weather, gorgeous Monday and thunder storms today.

I buddy, I was pushing it, I thought there was a crocodile behind me lol

Cheers yes a beautiful day yesterday and then today happened. Bloody weather.

Its Summer ffs 😢​@@THE-RIVER-RAT

lol yes I did 😸 Glad you liked it, cheers

lol once again I didn't even know. One day TH-cam will send me a plack and I will chuck it in the bin thinking it's junk mail. Then I will get an email from you saying George you silly sod, go climb in your bin Hehehe Thanks Patrik much appreciated 👍

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Haha! Will try to be ready with the "check bin" alert when the time comes. Nice to see the channel growing, as it deserves 😎

Cheers buddy

I was just going to post it as a peaceful day on the water But the crazy tuck over 😸

@@THE-RIVER-RAT You orca-strated that well.

Raining Sunday i'll be there! 😂😂😂. Beautiful day again.

Very clever pun. 👍

Now then stranger I thought you were on holiday, not here from you in a while. They were doing some repairs to the path when I drove by yesterday and only 2 car spaces so just in case they haven't finished I would get there early. Enjoy the rain Bobby as for me I'm waiting until Monday no rain. Looking forward to your video.

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Great can't wait to see it David. By the way Patrik from air on the water has done one. Very interesting.

Love it 👍

Yes, losing gear can be a nightmare. I heard one guy did something similar but someone grabbed his tripod and ran off with it. As for getting a drone if you do then don't forget this info. In the UK, drones used for recreation (non-commercial) with a camera that is less than 250g do not require the drone operator to have a Flyer ID when flying in the Open-Air Category 1. Drones under 250g can continue to be flown in the A1 subcategory23. The regulations that set out the requirements for UAS operations in the UK are contained within the Air Navigation Order 2016 (as amended)2. To fly a drone in the UK, you must display a UK Civil Aviation Authority 'OPERATOR ID' on the body of the drone, fly within visual line of sight of yourself at all times, and not fly higher than 400ft from the nearest point of terrain, and not fly in a manner that recklessly or negligently endangers people or property4. If you’re flying a drone or model aircraft that’s lighter than 250g, you can fly closer to people than 50m and you can fly over them, but you must not fly over crowds5.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT thanks! I really fancy the HoverAir X1, tiny hand-sized drone that does all the fancy follow, circle, etc., and you just hold your hand out flat and it lands on it. Really cool bit of kit. But its height tracking gets confused over water, so bugger-all use for kayaking.

Sorry for the late reply, this comment has only just popped up away I hope you have fun if you get one

Unfortunately you will always get them bloody speed boats that just wont slow down. Glad you're ok👌

I knew one or two would be thinking he's bloody wrong there. But as you said trying to make a point. It's dangerous enough not to were a pfd on a river, but like you I have seen people in the sea without one on (Crazy)

Oh yes indeedy.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Wouf wouf!

So do you think I tricked everybody into wearing one ?

@@THE-RIVER-RAT Hehe. Hopefully! You forgot to mention that out of those 500 pounds or whatever the fine was, half goes to me and you as ice cream tax...

@AirOnTheWater That should be law lol 🍦

Glad you liked it 😀 and welcome to the club, you're not a true kayaker until you have had to swim lol

Great story, so you will be in the Cambridge boat race next year 😸😸 Nice to hear how you both fell in love with kayaking together at the same time.

Hopefully you had a great time in France. Yes Ladybower is £10 for the day and it does look like a great spot for paddling. As it happens I have been thinking about going to Bishopsthorpe (small world) As for meeting up on the river Hull unfortunately I never know when I'm going out, just like my Scotland trip, I just checked the weather then jumped into the car. However, if the weather is good next week then I will be there a few times so if you see me please say hello.

@@THE-RIVER-RAT The weather isn't looking brilliant next week, more bothered about the wind than the rain. We'll try and pick the least windy day and check tide times, not sure how strong the current is on there. If we don't see you will let you know how we get on 👌

@@annettemckenny1893 After looking at the forecast this morning I don't think I'm going to be able to get on the water for at least a week. But good luck, you never know it may change for you. 👍

@@THE-RIVER-RAT We made it today! Cold weather gear on as it was only 13 degrees! The sun showed its face for around 5 minutes. When we got there there were barriers either side of the slip way with great big piles of muck in them, don't know if they were there when you last went? We parked alongside the barrier but it was right next to the road, not sure what they are planning on doing there. Maybe they are making parking spaces 😂 Anyway, it was a lovely paddle, we really enjoyed it. We're going to launch at Bishopsthorpe next week when the weather is better and paddle up river from there.

@@annettemckenny1893 The barrier went up a little while ago it's to stop speed boats and jet skis. As for the parking that's all there is . Glad you got on for a while anyway, hopefully some nice weather will return soon so I can get out again.

Yes she said she had been watching them and enjoyed them 👍👍