Sunday, 25 May 2014
Sunday, 18 May 2014
Anglesey weekend
Apart from forgetting most of my clothes and having to borrow various items of clothing from other kayakers, I had the most amazing kayak from Cemlyn bay to the 'Old Brickworks' 5.5 miles away.
Weather going was beautiful, along with amazing views and wild life, but the forecasted 35mph winds kicked in on the way back, luckily we were quite protected from the land as it was blowing a southerly.
Going across the bays where there was no protection was quite tricky and at times my heart was in my mouth but all in all a great trip and priceless advice gained from some of the Liverpool Kayaking Club.
Fantastic bunch of people, thank you.
It is really weird seeing the coast from water level as opposed to three miles off shore on a yacht. It's mind blowingly beautiful..
Weather going was beautiful, along with amazing views and wild life, but the forecasted 35mph winds kicked in on the way back, luckily we were quite protected from the land as it was blowing a southerly.
Going across the bays where there was no protection was quite tricky and at times my heart was in my mouth but all in all a great trip and priceless advice gained from some of the Liverpool Kayaking Club.
Fantastic bunch of people, thank you.
It is really weird seeing the coast from water level as opposed to three miles off shore on a yacht. It's mind blowingly beautiful..
Tuesday, 13 May 2014
New Web Site
The new web site is now under construction -- www.PaulHardakerChallenges.co.uk.
The planned Kayak to Hilbre Island on Sunday did not happen due to the 30mph winds, re-scheduled for in a couple of weeks.
I am hopefully off to Trearddur Bay this weekend for some well needed sea kayaking. (weather permitting)
The planned Kayak to Hilbre Island on Sunday did not happen due to the 30mph winds, re-scheduled for in a couple of weeks.
I am hopefully off to Trearddur Bay this weekend for some well needed sea kayaking. (weather permitting)
Tuesday, 6 May 2014
Nothing straight forward
When out with my son I mentioned that the challenge across the English Channel is happening on the 23rd July, only to find out that his graduation ceremony is on the same day.
Luckily I have booked the whole week from the 21st to 25th for the safety boat, so hopefully the weather will be kind on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday as Wednesday is no goer.
Training is going well with hopefully a 15 mile Kayak to Hilbre Island this Sunday, weather permitting.
I will seriously have to pick the next challenge so that it will not be orientated around the weather or the sea state.
Luckily I have booked the whole week from the 21st to 25th for the safety boat, so hopefully the weather will be kind on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday as Wednesday is no goer.
Training is going well with hopefully a 15 mile Kayak to Hilbre Island this Sunday, weather permitting.
I will seriously have to pick the next challenge so that it will not be orientated around the weather or the sea state.
Wednesday, 30 April 2014
Rolling rolling
I only went and rolled the kayak, admittedly it was in a beginners kayak but never the less I did it.. chuffed.
Monday, 28 April 2014
Getting the miles in.
Tackled the Bridge Water Canal on Sunday. A lot safer than the sea with no big waves!!
However, there are massive aggressive swans in nesting season that really do not like you kayaking anywhere near their nests and try their hardest to cause you injury. I escaped the first two nests but the third swan was the nastiest piece of work, charging at me and spitting, he was not a happy swan.
After heading 5 miles one way, I then had to return and go back 5 miles to where I had left my car, which meant passing the dreaded swans again. Like the die hard scouser I am, upon arrival at the 'nasty' swan I got out of my kayak and walked along the toe path, (that taught him) then flew past the remaining two swans to complete my first 10 miles. I was knackered, my back was sore and wearing a wet suit in hot weather was not the brightest idea. But, I DID IT.
Only problem was it was not even half the distance I have got to go to get to France.
However, there are massive aggressive swans in nesting season that really do not like you kayaking anywhere near their nests and try their hardest to cause you injury. I escaped the first two nests but the third swan was the nastiest piece of work, charging at me and spitting, he was not a happy swan.
After heading 5 miles one way, I then had to return and go back 5 miles to where I had left my car, which meant passing the dreaded swans again. Like the die hard scouser I am, upon arrival at the 'nasty' swan I got out of my kayak and walked along the toe path, (that taught him) then flew past the remaining two swans to complete my first 10 miles. I was knackered, my back was sore and wearing a wet suit in hot weather was not the brightest idea. But, I DID IT.
Only problem was it was not even half the distance I have got to go to get to France.
Wednesday, 23 April 2014
Three months to go !!
Well, the butterflies started this morning when I realised there are only 3 months left to go until I attempt crossing the English Channel.
Even more concerning is that after another hour in the swimming pool last night I still cannot roll the Kayak.
Going to try and get a good few miles under my belt this weekend !!
Even more concerning is that after another hour in the swimming pool last night I still cannot roll the Kayak.
Going to try and get a good few miles under my belt this weekend !!
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