I currently paddle a endorfinn and have done one and a half descents and am interested in getting a Epic v10 sport or a
Fenn mako 6, with the am of doing some ocean paddling.

I am interested in getting some advise from fellow paddlers.

The river is up so I am planning a run from Walyunga to Amiens tomorrow (Wednesday) probably getting to Amiens at 1.00pm, anyone interested text me 0407 423 060. RA

Went to Hillarys last night spotted at least a dozen paddlers out on the water. Any one know who they are and if they welcome fellow paddlers.

Gman

can anyone recommend a heart rate monitor?

I have been thinking of getting a heart rate monitor and a quick search shows there hundreds to choose from and wondered if RBP members could make a recommendation, worried that cheap models that state water resistant only good at keeping out sweat and not suitable for paddling demands.

I am also unsure as to benefits of going down the GPS route, given I've never got lost to date!!

Any advice, recommendatiosn would be greatly appreciated

Gman

Anyone put in at North Freo regularly early mornings ?

G'day all

I've been paddling my trusty Endorphin for about the last 7 years and have just splurged on my new pride and joy, an Epic V10. I decided it was time to ramp up the speed and skills so a faster ski had to be purchased.

I’ve become frustrated lately however because 2 years ago I had an inguinal hernia repair and after healing nicely over that time I've now gone and pulled it slightly. I think maybe some stitches in the muscle, Doc seems to think the same.

Hey Guys,

For those interested in adventure racing I thought I would let you know of an awesome one I just did this weekend.
Its called Caffeinated and is a 24hr adventure race with kayaking, Mt biking and running/orienteering/bush bashing.

A good fun 7.5(ish) km stretch of the Blackwood from Bridgetown. Geegleup Cup is the DR State Champs, but open to many classes. Good fun weekend!

Organiser and details
Wildwater WA
Race Details

Robyn's notes
Good notes
Thanks Robyn, love the site!

River Level Update

Hello all,

Doing our first Avon Descent this year (515) and would really like people's opinions on what are the best things to do on this the final weekend (given the water levels that is).

We have done Northam to Toodyay; and a couple of runs from Walyunga to Bells and a little beyond. Otherwise, we are both unfamiliar with the rest of the course.

What other sections (if any) are doable and worth doing this weekend?

If none, where would you be going instead?

P.S.
To preempt - yes - we have already started practicing running with our bath tub, I mean kayak.

A general forum for footage of any sort of Avon training ... preferably rapids ... good or bad lines.