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Sept/Oct 2000FeaturesThree Days of Pandemonium An inside look at Gauley Fest, paddling's biggest bash 100 Things That Matter in Paddlesports It's often the little things that mean the most

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BREAKING NEWS . . .Shipley finishes fifth in Sydney09/27/2000 In what he said would be his final Olympic appearance, three-time Olympian Scott Shipley came up just short in yesterday's K-1, taking fifth place overall. read >

Bennett-Giddens Takes 7th; Hearn 12th in Sydney

09/18/2000

It was a European triumph at the women's kayak and men's C-1 events in Sydney, with the Czech Republic's Stepanka Hilgertova defending her 1996 women's kayak gold medal, besting her nearest competitor by more than 4 seconds, and France's Tony Estanguet winning the gold in men's singles canoe. For the U.S., Rebecca Bennett-Giddens finished 7th in women's K-1 and 41-year-old Davey Hearn settled for 12th in men's C-1. read >

Taking five. Touring in the Bayou.Walter Workman

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Paddler Cliff Meidl to carry Olympic Flag

09/14/2000

Cliff Meidl, the acclaimed Olympic paddler whose face has lately graced the pages of the likes of GQ and Men's Journal, has been selected as the American representative who will carry the U.S. flag at Olympic opening ceremonies. read >

Grand Canyon Flows 30,000 cfs in Sept.

09/07/2000

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Boaters taking to the Grand Canyon this September will see whitewater as big as the Canyon as releases from Glen Canyon Dam will be increased from 8,000 cfs to the powerplant capacity of 30,500. "It should be huge water," says one local outfitter. "It hasn't gotten this big in a while." read >

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September, 20001-4 Ottawa River Whitewater Festival & Whitewater Challenge Raft Race - Bryson, Quebec (800) 267-9166 Ottowa River Whitewater Rodeo - Bryson, Quebec (416) 222-2223 The Cruising Class National Championships, Lake Sebago - Sloatsburg, NY (516) 623-4593 "Don't Call This a Festival River Rendezvous" - Belfort, NY (315) 652-8397 4th Annual Moonstone Beach Kayak Surf Festival - Crescent City, CA (707) 839-3328 Kootenay Rodeo - Castlegar, BC (250) 362-2128 Riversport Slalom & Whitewater Race - Confluence, PA (800) 216-6991 Adirondack Canoe Classic - Saranac Lake, NY (800) 347-1992 Permagrin's 4th Annual Kayak Fiesta & River Cleanup - Lower Salt River, AZ (480) 755-1924 Survival Products Canoe & Kayak Rumble - Laurel, DE (410) 543-1244 Survival Products Ladies Only Poker Paddle - Laurel, DE (410) 543-1244 American River Festival - Placerville, CA (530) 626-3435 Ocean City Kayak Surf Festival - Ocean City, NJ (609) 728-0171/(856) 468-1342 Outer Banks Surf Kayak Festival - Nags Head, NC (252) 441-2756 Wild River PaddleFest Symposium - Virginia Beach, VA (877) 431-8566 , www.wildriveroutfitters.com NOC/Subaru Tsali Challenge Triathalon - Bryson City, NC (888) 662-1662 ext.600 , www.noc.com "Paddle the Bay" Race Series, We Rows for Rose - Narragansett Bay, RI (401) 847-4242 23rd Annual Wood River Race - Marathon - Hopkinton, RI (401) 725-3344 Gauley River Festival - Summersville, WV (914) 586-2355 MCA Annual Picnic - Minnesota Canoe Association, (612) 560-0870 Peter Talarski Memorial Poling Day - Pleasant Valley, CT (860) 442-1170 Olympic Games, Slalom Event - Sydney, Australia (518) 523-1855 Lainer Paddlefest - Gainsville, GA (770) 287-7888 Annual Twin Cities Sea Kayaking Assoc. Race & Roll Event - Minneapolis, MN (612) 585-6191 25th Annual Outdoorsman Triathalon (Nation's Oldest) - Bryson City, NC (540) 752-5400 Oregon River Sports Redsides Rodeo - , OR (541) 334-0696 , www.oregonriversports.com Penn Cup Championship - Lehigh - Allentown Parkway, Pennsylvania 570-325-4276 , www.penncup.org Bankoh Na Wahine O Ke Kai Outrigger Canoe Women's Championships Moloka'i to Oahu, HI (808) 325-7400 Gauley River Race - Summersville, WV (304) 658-5016

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BREAKINGNEWSShipley finishes fifth in Sydney09/27/2000 by Tom Bie In what he said would be his final Olympic appearance, three-time Olympian Scott Shipley came up just short in yesterday's K-1, taking fifth place overall. read >

Bennett-Giddens Takes 7th; Hearn 12th in Sydney

09/18/2000 by Eugene Buchanan It was a European triumph at the women's kayak and men's C-1 events in Sydney, with the Czech Republic's Stepanka Hilgertova defending her 1996 women's kayak gold medal, besting her nearest competitor by more than 4 seconds, and France's Tony Estanguet winning the gold in men's singles canoe. For the U.S., Rebecca Bennett-Giddens finished 7th in women's K-1 and 41-year-old Davey Hearn settled for 12th in men's C-1. read >

Paddler Cliff Meidl to carry Olympic Flag

09/14/2000 by Tom Bie Cliff Meidl, the acclaimed Olympic paddler whose face has lately graced the pages of the likes of GQ and Men's Journal, has been selected as the American representative who will carry the U.S. flag at Olympic opening ceremonies. read >

Grand Canyon Flows 30,000 cfs in Sept.

09/07/2000 by Eugene Buchanan Boaters taking to the Grand Canyon this September will see whitewater as big as the Canyon as releases from Glen Canyon Dam will be increased from 8,000 cfs to the powerplant capacity of 30,500. "It should be huge water," says one local outfitter. "It hasn't gotten this big in a while." read >

Up in Flames

08/28/2000 by Tom Bie Twenty-one of 29 buildings were lost at Pistol Creek Ranch on Idaho's Main Salmon River Saturday as more fires decimated the Northern Rockes. Currently, 65 Idaho river outfitters have been forced to cease operations because of fire closures. read >

Nielsen Claims Gore Crown

08/08/2000 by Eugene Buchanan With three bands and more competitors and spectators than ever, this year's Teva Whitewater Cup, featuring the Teva National Rafting Championships and Extreme Kayak Downriver Challenge, proved it is fast becoing the Gauley Festival of the West. read >

Shipley Wins World Cup Final

07/31/2000 by Paving the way for a successful showing in Sydney at the 2000 Olympics, America's Scott Shipley finished the World Cup season in style by paddling to first place in Men's K-1 at the final World Cup event of the 2000 season in Augsburg, Germany. The victory moved Shipley into second place in overall World Cup standings for the third year in a row--despite the fact that he missed portions of the season to train for the upcoming Olympics. Look for a heated battle between Shipley and the UK's Paul Ratcliffe when the slalom events get underway in Sydney this September. read >

Paddling Film Festival in Coloma

07/26/2000 by Jen Carville Coloma, California's Friends of the River and the Sierra Nevada Outdoor Center announce a sequal to their popular RiverFilm Festival that will take place on Saturday evening, August 5th, following a barbeque and an informal paddle with filmmakers and guests. read >

EJ Tops Rodeo Crowd at Pre-worlds in Spain

07/13/2000 by Showing why he is one of the world's top playboaters, Eric Jackson took home top honors at the Pre-World Rodeo Championships in Sorte, Spain, June 28-July 2. read >

Giddens Does it Again

07/13/2000 by Rebecca Bennett-Giddens did it again on the World Cup Slalom circuit, winning top honors at World Cup No. 4 in La Seu d'Urgell, Spain. read >

U.S. Kicks Slalom Bootie at World Cup No. 2

07/06/2000 by Eugene Buchanan Led by the husband/wife team of Eric and Rebecca Bennett-Giddens, the United States put on its best showing ever at the second World Cup slalom competition of the 2000 season on Tennessee's Ocoee River. read >

Bates, Carrol take Steamboat's Yampa Rodeo

06/12/2000 by Tom Bie Jason Bates bested Dan Gavere and Ben Coleman to take the men's pro crown at Saturday's 20th Annual Yampa Riverdays Festival read >

Ocoee Review

06/08/2000 by Sam Drevo Scoring confusion and general mayhem couldn't prevent the U.S. Team trials from sending 28 happy competitors to Spain read >

Payette Roundup Expandingby Joe Carberry Payette paddlers now get two parties instead of one read >

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Oregon Cup moves to the Clackamas

05/06/2000 by Tom Bie Warm weather on the Deschutes and Clackamas bookends rainy week for competitors at the Oregon Cup read >

Sage Takes Men's Pro at Kernville

04/20/2000 by Tom Bie Rusty Sage won the Men's Pro division and Tao Berman, fresh off his interview with Dateline, showed he could do more than just huck waterfalls as he took third place at the Kernville Rodeo over the weekend. read >

Slalom Olympic Team Announced

04/13/2000 by Liz Swift Two-time Olympic veteran Scott Shipley and Olympic newcomer Rebecca Bennett-Giddens will represent the U.S. in Sydney. read >

I.R. Triple Crown Series

04/05/2000 by Tom Bie Jimmy Blakeney and Brooke Winger earned a leg up on the competition last weekend, each earning first place in one of the first major rodeos of the season. read >

Olympic Action this Weekend

04/05/2000 by Tom Bie The best slalom boaters in the country will be found in Ducktown, Tenn., this weekend, all vying for twenty spots on the National Team and three spots on the Olympic Team. read >

Concerts and Kayaking now available at Red Rocksby Tom Bie The town of Morrison, Colorado has lifted the ban on kayaking Bear Creek. . . read >

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About Paddling7. How long have you been paddling: Rookie, first year 1-3 years 3-5 years 5-10 years over 10 years 8. Rate your skill level: Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert 9. How many days do paddle per year: 1-10 11-25 26-40 40 plus 10. Check all that you use: Canoe Inflatable Whitewater kayak Sea kayak Sit-on-top 11. Check all that you own: Canoe Inflatable Whitewater kayak Sea kayak Sit on top 12. How many boats have you purchased in the last 24 months: 1 2 3 over 3 none 13. Check which you plan to buy in the next 24 months: Canoe Inflatable Whitewater kayak Sea kayak Sit-on-top None

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Sept/Oct 2000Volume 20 Issue No. 5

FeaturesThree Days of Pandemonium An inside look at Gauley Fest, paddling's biggest bash

There's no celebration quite like West Virginia's annual Gauley Fest, where raging days on the water are matched only by the raging parties that follow.

100 Things That Matter in Paddlesports It's often the little things that mean the most

Sometimes you forget just how much there is to love about paddling. So we're here to remind you. From sunsets to sidesurfing, here's 100 points to ponder

HotlineExpedition News Swimmers of the Century

DestinationsPaw Power Dog Days in Southern Utah Paws and Paddling in Southern Utah

GearHeritage Kayaks' Tandem An Open Cockpit, Self-Bailing Beauty Eskimo's Quadro A Boat for the Big Boys Dagger's Aftershock An OC-1 with Attitude

SkillsHow to Read the Bad Holes

Olympic PreviewA Preview of the Coming Games

Every four years, patriotic paddlers turn their attention to this most competitve side of our sport. Here are the people, the politics and the predictions for the coming Olympic season.

Ratcliffe vs. Shipley A heavyweight match-up awaits in Olympic K-1

Special Fishing SupplementSkills: A Paddle Runs Through It How to fish from your personal watercraft Whether you're in a canoe, kayak or raft, casting on the water isn't the same as casting from shore. Here are some tips to help you do it right.

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Buyer's Guide 2000IndexSelect your gear guide from the 2000 Buyer's Guide! Canoes Helmets Inflatables Paddles PFDs Sit -On-Top Kayaks Touring Kayaks White Water Kayaks

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About Paddling7. How long have you been paddling: Rookie, first year 1-3 years 3-5 years 5-10 years over 10 years 8. Rate your skill level: Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert 9. How many days do paddle per year: 1-10 11-25 26-40 40 plus 10. Check all that you use: Canoe Inflatable Whitewater kayak Sea kayak Sit-on-top 11. Check all that you own: Canoe Inflatable Whitewater kayak Sea kayak Sit on top 12. How many boats have you purchased in the last 24 months: 1 2 3 over 3 none 13. Check which you plan to buy in the next 24 months: Canoe Inflatable Whitewater kayak Sea kayak Sit-on-top None

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Paddling and Accessories15. How much does Paddler influence what you buy: moderately very much if I see it in Paddler, I buy it dont kid yourself, not at all 16. How much do you plan to spend in the next 12 months on paddling accessories or equipment for yourself and your family: under $200 $200 to $500 $500 to $1,000 $1,000 to $1,500 17. Where do you plan to buy from: Specialty kayak shop Specialty canoe shop Sporting goods store 18. What accessories do you own? Backpack Water filter system Camera Binoculars Compass 19. Plan to buy: Backpack Water filter system Camera Binoculars Compass Sunglasses GPS Cell Phone Roof Rack Headlamp Sunglasses GPS Cell Phone Roof Rack Headlamp Mail order Internet Discount warehouse $1,500 to $2,000 $2,000 to $2,500 $2,500 to $3,000

Travel20. Where did you paddle in the last 12 months: West Rockies South East 21. Where do you plan to paddle in the future: West Rockies South East North East Midwest Canada North East Midwest Canada

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Buyer's Guide 2000CanoesIt's the first boat most of us ever paddledwith mom and dad, an older brother, or a friend at summer camp. Still, how do you buy one? Test driving a few models is always a smart idea and plenty of multi-purpose canoes exist, enabling you to buy one for a variety of occasions. Decide on a solo or tandem model and look for a boat that can carry the load you'll be hauling. Once your paddling needs have been defined, look for boats that meet these qualifications and that fall within your price range. Have some friends who own a canoe? Ask what they like or don't like about their model, and see if you can borrow it for an afternoon. Browse the Internet. Best of all, check your local paddling shop for information on the latest models and materials. They'll be glad to help. Features & Specifications Type: Primary purpose or use of the model. Some models are highly specialized, however, in some cases this is only a general recommendation. The following codes designate the primary purpose of a model: REC=recreational/casual; CR=cruiser; TR=tripper; WT=wilderness tripper; TO=touring; WW=whitewater; DR=downriver; PK=pack canoe; UT=utility; SS=solo sport; SC=sport combination/ sportsman; CT=combination tourer; SP=specialty; DC=decked canoe; CC=competition cruising; OC=outrigger canoe; R=racing/competition, S=solo, T=tandem. length(l): Overall length of the hull, in feet. In general, if you take two hulls of similar overall design, the longer of the two will be the faster. Wetted water line is another measurement affecting speed; contact the manufacturer for details. Beam (W): Width, in inches, at the widest point of the boat at the rails (maximum beam). A boat with tumble-home will be wider below the rails. Width affects the boats primary and secondary (reserve) stability. depth (d): Depth, in inches, from the rails to the bottom of the hull, measured in the middle of the boat (midships). Depth is also measured in the bow and stern but is not reported here. Loaded Draft is how much of the boat is in the water when it's laden; subtract this from depth and you get freeboard, which tells you how much boat sits above water. These measurements factor into the type of water and weather conditions you will paddle.

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burden (brdn): Maximum weight capacity for performance, including paddler and gear, recommended by the manufacturer. Weight (WT): Finished weight of the boat in pounds. Weight is a function of material and construction and is directly related to the function of the canoe. hull shape: The shape of a canoe's hull determines how it will paddle. In general, hull shape labels like shallow arch and shallow vee don't mean much, because all design features are relative. Hull shapes have been refined and developed over hundreds (if not thousands) of years, so spend time paddling different models. A half-inch more or less in the right (or wrong) spot can turn a rocket ship into a pig, and an inch of rocker added or taken away can make a lot of difference in turning or surfing. rocker: The curvature of the hull as seen from the side when the boat is sitting on a flat surface. Rocker helps a boat to turn, but moderate rocker doesn't greatly reduce lateral resistance at the ends of a boat. And lateral resistance is only one factor of a boat's ability to turn. The center of lateral resistance moves back and forth as the boat moves. The shape of the hull itself can aid or hinder turning. A boat with very slight rocker begun at the center of buoyancy and carried to the ends turns differently than does a boat with more extreme rocker started near the ends. Rocker is actually difficult to measure and should be correlated to the hull cross section and waterline area, also hard to define numerically. material (mtl): Canoes are built from a wide array of materials, from aluminum to carbon fiber. Fiberglass is either hand-laid in layers of fabric, or the laminate "stack" is wet out and vacuum-bagged. Royalex is a proprietary material commonly used in the construction of canoes consisting of an ABS foam core sandwiched between sheets of ABS plastic, and covered with a vinyl skin on both sides. The material is then thermoformed into a hull. Rotomolded polyethylene and foam, a process often called "triple dump" molding, is done by dumping polyethylene powder into a heated mold that's rotated and rocked. After the powder is melted and distributed, a foaming agent is added to the next dump of powdered resin, to create a lighter core of what might best be called expanded polyethylene. A third dump of resin forms a protective skin over the foam. Polyethylene is also used to create durable hulls. Single material and composite-construction canoes are also common. Aluminum canoes have traditionally been made out of 6061-sheet in T-6 temper. Hull halves are stretch-formed and riveted to a sturdy keel assembly. Ribs are then spot-welded to further stiffen the hull. Stem caps are riveted in place, and rails, thwarts and seats are riveted and/or bolted in place. Fiberglass as a construction material is lighter and breaks easier, but can be patched easily. It is both layered on and coated with epoxy and resin or sprayed on with a chopper gun. Many materials and resins are currently being used in fiberglass shops, with an infinite variety in lay-up and philosophy. Wood strip canoes, or strippers, are built with ribs bent over a hull form, and planks (usually cedar) fastened to them with clinch nails. Wood frame and canvas or synthetic skin hulls are also built on a rib frame and forms and then tricked out with thwarts and inwales, and covered with fabric that gets finished with filler (if canvas) or resin (if composite). Frame and skin are also found in folding craft, usually with aluminum frames and synthetic skin, and occasionally appear as ultralight geodesic frames with Dacron or Mylar skins. For those interested, boat building can be a rewarding lifelong hobby. material codes: PL=proprietary composite layup, CP=composite layup; DL= Duralite; FRP=fiber-reinforced plastic; RX=Royalex, R84=R-84 Royalite; AL=aluminum; PE=polyethylene; PP=polypropylene; KV=Kevlar, FG=fiberglass, CB=carbon; WF=wood frame; SF=skin on frame; WC=wood/canvas; W (WO)=wood; WE=wood/epoxy. Glossary for composite materials: E-Glass: Resistant to compression and abrasion. Not especially strong under tension and can be heavy due to high absorption of resin. Often used in outer layers of composites. Traditional "fiberglass." S-Glass: High performance fiberglass cloth. Abrasion-resistant with greater tensile strength (resistance to longitudinal stress) than E-glass. Also used in outer layers. Kevlar: Synthetic fiber with resistance to tension and shock, not especially resistant to compression and abrasion. Used in bulletproof vests and auto racing and paddling helmets, also on inner layers and complete constructions of boats. Carbon Fiber: A rigid fiber with high tensile strength. Used as a stiffening layer or for reinforcement. msrp: Manufacturer's suggested retail price.

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Buyer's Guide 2000HelmetsMany an inverted paddler has felt the telltale bonk, bonk, bonk when bottom of river meets top of head. And though it may not be the most glorious piece of equipment you own, whitewater paddlers know that a good brain bucket is the second most crucial piece of equipment, next to a PFD. The good news is that many modern helmets are both stylish and safe, and have become as specialized as boat designs. Comfort and style are important, but top priority should go to picking one that fits firmly on your decision-maker. Go big, go small, go old school or go new school, just remember to go safely. Features & Specifications coverage: The helmets coverage should be your top priority. Hard hats run the gamut of extreme coverage helmets with integral face guards to low profile composite slalom and rodeo models. Chose the helmet with the amount of coverage you honestly think you need. More and more paddlers are advocating facemasks, especially for Class V and creek boating. Opponents of facemasks, however, argue the increased risk of entrapment. No one argues with the need for cranial coverage on the temples and medulla, the most sensitive areas of the brain. Your face and medulla are the most exposed areas of the head when upside down. Ear coverage is also important, although more and more models are offered now in shortie, above-the-ear versions. fit: Comfort and fit are important considerations for headwear because you need to have a secure lid with unrestricted movement and vision. The force of a hydraulic can rip your helmet off if it is not secure. A loose helmet can also be dangerous. Fit is accomplished with interior padding and the suspension system. Padding is either polyethylene or closed-cell foam. Poly-based foams are used in plastic helmets. Shell sizing, or a universal shell size with a variety of liner thicknesses, accomplishes the task of fitting different head shapes. Composite helmet shells are generally one size; sized to fit with varying thicknesses of minicell (closed-cell) foam, which offers good shock absorption and warmth. In the past several years, composite helmet manufacturers have conducted rigorous R&D to better accommodate helmet sizing at the retail level. Part of the fun of a composite helmet, however, is customizing the liner to fit your head like a glove.


Suspension systems vary as much as helmet styles. The most effective systems are four-point with polypro webbing. These are generally four-way adjustable with a Fastex buckle and offer the best fit and adjustment. Less adequate suspension systems feature everything from two-point adjustability with webbing and buckles to plastic straps and snap buckles. Look for stainless steel hardware. You should also be able to adjust your helmet with cold hands, and make sure the straps do not irritate your chin or eyewear. material: Helmets are available in a variety of plastics and composites. Many extreme coverage helmets are made of polyethylene, while recreational rafting helmets are generally polyurethane. Plastic helmets generally offer better coverage and better drainage than composite helmets, but they are not as strong. If you want to keep it simple and affordable, go with one of the plastic helmets offered from the manufacturers listed below. For something with more flare and bombproof protection, look into composite construction. These modern glass helmets are constructed from fiberglass, carbon and Kevlar in proprietary lay-ups with custom colors and graphics. Some of the molds are pretty wild, so choose one that fits your paddling style. Look for adjustability, fit, coverage and craftsmanship. Composite helmets can be lighter or heavier than plastic depending on lay-up, but they are designed to take harder hits. cost: Recreational rafters and canoeists should plan to spend $16 to $50 per helmet. Kayakers who ply Class III-V waters should spend anywhere from $40 to $140 for a good helmet.

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B & A Distributing 201 SE Oak St., Portland, OR 97214; (503) 230-0482, Fax (503) 230-0484 Two economical, universal sized rafting helmets. One open-ear model and one full-coverage model. Both feature our patented, adjustable headband. One size fits all. Colors: blue, yellow, red, and white. Central Pennsylvania Kayak School/Resin Heads P.O. Box 263, Middletown, PA 17057; (717) 944-6904, Fax (717) 944-4050 Resin Heads are Kevlar composite head covers for paddling, climbing, biking, horseback riding, skateboarding, roller blading, skiing and snowboarding. Custom sizing, colors and models are available. Reasonably priced and warranted. Grateful Heads Helmets/Rain and Snow, Inc. 555 Green Gables Rd., Friendsville, MD 21531; (301) 746-4015, Fax (301) 746-4012, www.GratefulHeads.com The Highest Quality Products = The Highest Quality Reputation. New Instant Fit System allows for the best fitting helmet any time of year. All sizes now included. The only helmet made well enough to carry a Lifetime Warranty. Lidds/Harmony Accessories Group 165 Dancer Drive, Easley, SC 29642, (800) 591-2282, www.harmonygear.com Lidds, the totally bomber helmets that have saved many a forehead, cheekbone and schnozzolas from ruin, ar now part of the Harmony Accessories Group lineup. Tested in the most heinous situtations, these helmets are as solid as they look, and provide tons of adjustment for a great fit. Murray's Watersports/Gath Headgear P.O. Box 490, Carpinteria, CA 93014; (800) 786-7245, Fax (805) 684-8966 Gath Headgear, selected by the '99 US Surf Kayak Team West and Tom Long's School & Family/Team for it's lightweight, ear & temple coverage and peripheral range of motion & vision in whitewater. Bell & EVA Foam headgear, Gul wetsuits, drysuits & vests also in stock. Orosi 849 Pickens Industrial Dr., Ste. 16, Marietta, GA 30062; (770) 792-8484, Fax (770) 792-8586, www.orosi.com Orosi's helmets are constructed using a pressure-molded carbon fiber and carbon/kevlar shell. They feature a cross linked polyethylene foam which not only has tremendous shock absorbing capabilities, but also provides the user with a liner that won't "pack out" like traditional mini-cell foam. The liner is stamped with a very comfortable anti-microbial spandex/cordura blend. The helmets have fully adjustable side locks and ergonomic buckles for the most comfortable fit yet. All webbing are doubled over and heat sealed to ensure a bomb proof attachment to the rivets. New colors for 2000 - Chrome plated, zig zag carbon with dyed s-glass. Check it out! Primex of California/Deluge Helmet P.O. Box 505, Benicia, CA 94510; (800) 422-2482, (707) 746-6855, www.deluge.com Stylish design features full head coverage. Impact resilient PE shell with scratch resistant finish. EVA foam liners with Velcro tabs permit easy sizing changes. Strategically positioned vent holes for good water draining, ventilation and hearing. MSRP $37. Pro Tec Helmets/Mosa Sports, Inc. 111 Pier Ave. Ste. 100, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254; (310) 318-9883, (310) 318-8807, [email protected] Whether it's Pro-Tec's Classic Water Full Cut, Side Cut, or Ace helmet, the "Pro-Tec"tion for your noggin' is superior. The high-density, lightweight shell and water-resistant fit pads make a perfect fit for your water experience! Pro-Tec water helmets are CE certified and made in the USA. Helmets are available through NRS, Perception, Peregrine Outfitters or direct. Riot Kayaks 3700 St. Patrick Ste. 109, Door 20, Montreal, QB H4E 1A2; (514) 931-0366, Fax (514) 931-4421, www.riotkayaks.com SEDA P.O. Box 997, Chula Vista, CA 92012; (619) 336-2444, www.sedakayaks.com Unique SEDA plastic and composite helmets. Call for details. Shred Ready, Inc. 729 Lee Rd., #433; Auburn, AL 36830; (334) 704-0518, Fax (334) 704-0518, www.shredready.com Shred Ready, Inc. manufactures and distributes Kevlar composite helmets. Shred Ready helmets are a composite Kevlar, fiberglass laminate shell impregnated in vinylester resin. Helmets are outfitted with a dual density expanded polypropylene/polyethylene shock absorbing foam, Duraflex fasteners, stainless steel rivets, soft nylon webbing three-point retention system, and include a custom fit kit. Graphics range from solid, metal flakes, fades, webs and custom airbrushed graphics. Five models in two sizes are available. Prices range from $85 to $130. Sport Helmets 900 Old Liverpool Rd., Liverpool, NY 13088; (800) 537-1702, www.sporthelmets.com Cascade delivers the function and features paddlers have been looking for. Full ear and Shortie cut available. Masks and chin bars also available. Call for the 411. Wildwasser Sport USA/Prijon P.O. Box 4617, Boulder, CO 80306; (303) 444-2336, www.wildnet.com We are the distributors of high quality, high impact plastic shell WildWater and Prijon helmets. WildWater and Prijon helmets come in full coverage to low profile rodeo helmets.

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Buyer's Guide 2000InflatablesWe know, we know. Inflatables is an annoying term. It sounds too much like the little yellow ducky you had as a kid or the blow-up doll you got your boss for his retirement party. But there are just so many now: rafts, catarafts, inflatable canoes, inflatable whitewater kayaks and inflatable touring kayaks. All are watercraft that must be filled with air before they float. The first step is deciding what you need the boat to do. Will it be a nimble paddle cat for Class IV-V wilderness whitewater? Or will it be used as an oar rig for hauling gear on a multi-day excursion? Will you want to use it as a paddle raft? Do you need a cataraft, a conventional raft or a two-person inflatable? Or do you want to surf and play in a shorter, solo inflatable kayak? Answer these questions and youre well on your way to picking your craft. Features & Specifications Type: PRO=professional quality raft; REC=recreational quality raft; CAT=catamaran; IK=Inflatable Kayak rafts & catarafts: Rafts are a configuration of tube chambers and a floor. Catarafts consist of two tubes attached with a frame between them, and are popular among river runners, safety boaters, and fishermen. Because they dont have a floor, theyre lighter and more maneuverable than conventional rafts. They can also carry a substantial amount of gear but are more cumbersome for carrying people. frames: Create your own frame or have one built to meet your boats dimensions. You can get a good deal and a good fit by buying a frame from the dealer where you purchase your boat. Most raft builders offer rowing frames designed around specific-sized tubes. The same holds true for catarafts. floors: (flr) Floors are either conventional (TUB or STD) or self-bailing (SB). Tub floor boats are less expensive but may restrict where you take your craft. A self-bailing floor is like a heavy-duty air mattress laced into tabs on the tubes above the waterline, permitting water that comes in over the side to drain out again. Self-bailers have either I-beam or drop-stitch floors. Drop-stitch floors are flat, allowing the boat to slide over rocks, spin and draw sideways easier. Flat floors also tend to be better in tight, technical water and make it easier to rig gear and install foot cups. I-Beam floors feature parallel ridges, are less expensive and improve tracking. Consider whether the floor is glued or laced-in. Glued floors offer a little more room for passengers and gear. Laced-in floors are more expensive, drain faster and are easier to take out if they need repair. capacity: (cpty) Number of people (or amount of weight) the craft can accommodate. In some cases simply a measure of elbowroom. number of chambers: Number of air chambers built into the craft, including thwarts and floor. This varies by size of the craft and between manufacturers styles. diameter: (dia) Diameter of tubes in inches. materials: (mtl) Materials in inflatables involve some type of base fabric with a coating. Coating determines the boats air retention and abrasion and UV resistance, and a boats material is usually referred to by its coating. Base fabric is usually nylon or polyester and determines tear strength and puncture resistance. Some rafts are made from a poly-vinyl chloride (PVC). Some companies even use a separate aircell with a watertight skin. Hypalon is a proven abrasion- and UV-resistant material that tends to be less expensiveand slightly heavierthan other materials, and it rolls up well. Look at the fabrics denier ratingthe weight, in grams, of 9,000 meters of yarn. However, denier alone doesnt determine the tightness of the weave or the tear or burst strength of the fabric. Type, size and weave of fabrics vary, and be aware that not all Hypalon, PVC or urethane boats are alike. Material from each manufacturer is a little different. Following are the codes for materials: Neoprene (N): A synthetic rubberusually heavy, but durable. Hypalon (H): An additive to neoprene that enhances UV and abrasion resistance; used in most whitewater rafts for the past 15 years. EPDM (E): Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer; a less-expensive and less-durable synthetic rubber. Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC): A plastic that is usually heat-welded instead of glued. Urethane (UR): A tougher, more durable and abrasion-resistant member of the plastic family. Can be heat-welded. Nitrylon (NIT): A material used by a small group of manufacturersa lamination of nitrile and natural rubbers over either a nylon or polyester base fabric. Polyester (P): The base fabric used in PVC and Polyurethane; a plastic material with rigidity. Nylon (NY): The base fabric used in Hypalon; rubber-like material. heat welded or glue seams: Neoprene, Hypalon and EPDM seams must be glued, making them labor intensive and generally more expensive. Urethane and PVC rafts can be heat-welded, making them machine intensive. Most imported rafts tend to be glued; domestic rafts are generally heat-welded. Heat-welded seams are often stronger and longer lasting, but are harder to repair, especially on the river. A glued seam can be easily re-glued at camp. msrp: Manufacturer's suggested retail price.


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Buyer's Guide 2000PaddlesYour kayak paddle is the only part of your equipment you dont wear. You use it to get the job donewhether its catching an eddy, surfing a wave or approaching a campsiteso make sure it feels comfortable, weighs the right amount and includes the kind of craftsmanship you expect for your money. Features & Specifications canoe paddles: Decide what kind of single-bladed paddling youll be doing. Recreational paddles for casual trips should be durable, have a soft T-grip or larger pear grip, a medium-sized blade and a reasonable price. Tripping paddles, for longer trips with heavy loads, should be light and strong with some variation of a round, full-sized blade. Whitewater canoe paddles need a wide blade for power and bracing, and a reinforced tip for durability; a T-grip will be necessary for control, as well as indexing on a strong shaft. Some whitewater canoeists choose a curved blade on a long, straight shaft, usually 58 to 62 inches overall. Marathon racing paddles are usually composite or lightwood bent-shafts with a rounded pear-shape grip. Bent-shaft canoe paddles are designed for optimum efficiency in flatwater paddling. The blade is bent from the shaft at an angle of 7.5 to 15 degrees, allowing the blade to stay vertical throughout a stroke for more power. However, bent shaft paddles restrict use to one side of the blade, affecting correction strokes kayak paddles: Whitewater paddlers seek durability followed by lightness and blade strength. Many of this years whitewater paddles are standard with 45- to 60- degree feathering (offset), a far cry from the 90-degree standards of yesteryear. Advanced whitewater buffs are going shorter, and paddlers may want to look into new lines of ergonomic, bent-shaft paddles, said to increase comfort and control in such applications as freestyle hole riding and stroke efficiency in slalom. Touring paddlesdistinguishable by telltale drip cupsare longer and lighter, with narrow, asymmetrical blades. Distance racers often turn to wing blades for enhanced performance; others seek out lightweight composite construction to ease the burden of swinging a long paddle for hours on end. Feathering on touring paddles reduces wind resistance.


size: Shaft length to paddler height ratio is the most important factor in paddle sizing, followed by blade size, which helps determine stroke strength and power. Whitewater kayak paddles are generally between 195 and 206 cm long, though freestyle rodeo paddlers are going even shorter. Touring paddlers prefer lengths between 210 and 230 cm. Sizing a canoe paddle involves assessing trip length, style of paddling and personal preference. Most paddlers use a 54- to 58-inch straight shaft for general cruising and touring. Whitewater paddles are longer for power and surfing. Make sure the whole blade reaches into the water when youre seated or kneeling in the normal paddling position. As a general rule oars and paddles: torso length plus seat height, minus draft, equals shaft length. The blade should enter the water at the throat while in normal paddling position, so account for blade length when sizing a paddle. Bent shaft paddles are proportionately about four inches shorter than straight shaft canoe paddles, measuring between 48 and 56 inches. Hold the paddle upside down while seated with the grip between your legsthe bend should hit you right on the nose. material: Paddle materials include wood, composites, plastic and aluminum. Wood is enjoyed for its beauty, lightness, flex, warmth, and hopefully, shaft strength. Look for solid workmanshipjoints should be smooth with no odd knots or pinholes. Go with an established and well-known paddle manufacturer to ensure your money is well spent. Quality of the wood, grain matches and types of epoxies used are hard to detect. For whitewater, composite reinforcement, veneers, hard woods and metal tips all add life to a wood paddle. Synthetic paddles are strong and durable, with shafts and blades made from a host of materials including aluminum and plastic, carbon, graphite, Kevlar and other composites. Recreational paddlers may be better off with aluminum/plastic or fiberglass, for strength and affordability. Carbon and graphite paddles are lighter and stiffer, but also more brittle. Fiberglass shafts work especially well with their flex and durability, and all-fiberglass construction now affords strong, mid-range whitewater paddles. Carbon/fiberglass blends also are well suited for whitewater with their strength and light weight. Graphite paddles are stiff and light and are often reserved for racing. The balance between weight, strength and durability is a question of purpose, as well as builders opinions about materials, lay-ups and costs. Heavier paddles are often stronger; lighter paddles take less energy to swing but may sacrifice durability. And, like a high-quality Kevlar boat, lighter usually means more expensive. All paddles have a distinct feela combination of flex, swing weight and shaft diameter. In the store, hold the paddle and move it around as if you were paddling. Stop abruptly and feel the paddles flex and swing weight. Paddles should be balanced, have a comfortable grip with adequate indexing, and consistent flex through the shaft and blades. oars: Whether youre taking an inflatable gear boat down the Grand Canyon, a cataraft down the American, or a wooden dory on an afternoon fishing trip, the important thing is to get a set of oars that fit the frame of your boatand the frame of your body. Oars are made of everything from wood, to carbon and composite combinations, to polyethylene and aluminum. Look for solid construction, durable blades and good handles. Base oar length and material on what type of rowing you intend to do. (See A New Oar Deal, Paddler Magazine Oct. 98) cost: Prepare to spend anywhere from $80 to $300 for a good kayak paddle and $50 to $150 for an above average canoe paddle. Oars range from $80 to $200 per oar.

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AAA Inflatables, Equipment and Repair, Inc. 3264 Larimer St., Denver, CO 80205-2314; (303) 296-2444, Fax (303) 296-2555, [email protected] The region's only true full service whitewater inflatable store. New & used equipment. Repairs & reconditioning. Self-bailing floor retrofitted. Manufacturers of custom equipment and oars. Rentals. Distributor of coatings & adhesives. Advanced Composites, Inc. / Cataract Oars 1154 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101; (800) 736-4974, (801) 467-1204, www.advancedcomposites.com Lighter, stronger, maintenance free...CATARACT OARS AND PADDLES! Using over 25 years of design and manufacturing experience of composite structures, Advanced Composites Inc. produces the ultimate high performance oars and paddles. Ainsworth P.O. Box 207, Norwich, VT 05055; (800) 688-3792, Fax (802) 649-2254, www.ainsworthpaddles.com Leaders in RIM (Reaction Injection Molding) technology. Manufacturer of canoe and kayak paddles. Economical paddles that take REAL wear and tear! American Traders 627 Barton Road, Greenfield, MA 01301, (413) 773-9631, Fax (413) 774-2660 Wholesale and retail sales of Wood/Epoxy, Wood/Canvas, Fiberglass and Kevlar canoes. Choose from over 30 models. Paddles, Kayak paddles, canoe accessories, and unique canoe furniture. Call for full color brochures. Anderson Oars & Paddles P.O. Box 7006, Brookings, OR 97415; (877) WOODIES, www.andersonpaddles.com The finest in custom wood paddles and oars. Made to order or choose from our favorites. Kayak paddles, $275 and up. Art's Nautical Wood Works 88854 Hwy 101 N., Florence, OR 97439; (541) 902-7919, Fax (541) 902-8825 Manufacturing and sale of quality wooden custom boats and boat kits, nautical wood crafts and models. Wooden paddles and accessories. Aqua-Bound Technology 19077 95A Ave., Surrey, BC V4N 3P9 CN; U.S. Office: PO Box 159, 1160 Yew Ave., Blaine, WA 98230; (604) 882-2052, Fax (604) 882-9988, www.aquabound.com Aqua-Bound's innovative AMT manufacturing process provides a superior method of molding kayak paddles. These paddles are more durable and tougher than fiberglass. Backlund Paddles 26115 Clarksburg Rd., Clarksburg, MD 20871; (301) 253-4947, [email protected] Premier laminated wood paddles with selective composite reinforcing. A wide range of designs are handcrafted for every type of paddlesports. Stick with Backlund! Bending Branches 812 Prospect Ct., Osceola, WI 54020; (715) 755-3405, Fax (715) 755-3406, www.bendingbranches.com A leader in both wood and composite paddles by providing the paddlesport industry with innovative technology, craftmanship and quality customer service. Feel the difference. Betsie Bay Kayak P.O. Box 1706, Frankfort, MI 49635; (616) 352-7774 Betsie Bay Kayak specializes in Greenland/Inuit-style kayak touring paddles. We have been building this type of paddle longer than any other manufacturer. This high efficiency design has been proven over thousands of years by paddlers whose survival depended on it. Black Bart Paddle Co. 5830 US 45 S., Bruce Crossing, MI 49912; (906) 827-3405, www.blackbartpaddle.com The oldest company with the most reliable product. Space age technology, handcrafted quality. Several models and angles from which to choose. Replacement or refund guaranteed. Boreal Design 108 Amsterdam, Ind. Park, St. Augustin, QB G3A 1V9 CN; (418) 878-3099, Fax (418) 878-3459, [email protected], [email protected] Manufacturer of sea kayaks, paddles and accessories. Each design incorporates a high degree of comfort with spacious hatches and cockpits; vacuum-bagged construction, and tremendous attention to detail. Camp Paddle Co. 2507 State Hwy. 7, Bainbridge, NY 13733; (607) 967-8755, www.mkl.com/camppaddle Camp Paddle Company has been manufacturing lightweight wood canoe and kayak paddles for 30 years. Designed and built by paddlers...and it shows!! Cannon Paddles, Oars & Poles P.O. Box 19346, Minneapolis, MN 55419-0346; (800) 758-1720, (612) 722-0057 Lee's Value Right is the manufacturer of quality Cannon paddles, oars and poles. Call for details. Canoe Livery Products 9274 S. Ferris Ave., Grant, MI 49327; (616) 834-5559, www.canoe-equipment.com We manufacture duralux lifetime paddles, dry bags and float tubes. We distribute custom life jackets for the rental industry and many canoe/kayak related items. Call for catalog. Carlisle Paddles P.O. Box 488, Grayling, MI 49738; (800) 258-0290, (517) 348-9886, Fax (517) 348-8242 The recognized industry leader for canoe paddles, kayak paddles, boat oars and whitewater raft oars. Unexcelled design, performance and value. Imitated but never equaled. Cricket Paddles 17530 W. Hwy. 50-Maysville, Salida, CO 81201; (800) 243-0586, (719) 539-5010, [email protected] For beauty, performance, quality and true personalized service in unique laminated-wood paddles, call the owners, Mike & Pat Jones, to discuss your very own name-imprinted paddle. Cricket the official ACA Life Member Canoe/Kayak Paddles. Current Designs 10124 McDonald Park Road, Sidney, BC V8L 5X6 CN; (250) 655-1822, Fax (250) 655-1596, www.cdkayak.com Current Designs offers four different styles of touring paddles, each with a different feel and purpose, all handcrafted using vacuum-bag construction. Graphite paddles are the ultimate in lightness and provide the ultimate in performance. The new ergonomic graphite "Bent Shaft" paddle is ergonomically correct and will make paddling less stressful on the body. Descente Paddles/Futura Surf Skis 180 Southwood Dr., San Francisco, CA 94112; (415) 586-0331, www.surfskis.com The world renowned manufacturer of wing, whitewater, surf and touring paddles from New Zealand is now available for immediate delivery. All wings are 2 piece shafts that adjust up to 360 degrees in feather and 8cm in length. An alloy edge on the blade makes it rock proof. This versatile all carbon beauty weighs 31 oz. or less for $320. Eagles Neck Paddle Company P.O. Box 83, Peconic, NY 11958; (631) 765-3502, Fax (631) 765-1664, www.eaglesneck.com, e-mail: [email protected] Eagles Neck Paddling Company, Inc. is proud to introduce their paddles to the marketplace. We offer a wide variety of quality blades and shafts for both touring and white water paddling. Our paddles have been developed and tested by serious paddlers. All paddles come with a lifetime guarantee. Happy paddling Epic Paddles 6657 58th Ave. NE, Seattle, WA 98115; (206) 523-6306, Fax (206) 524-4888, www.epicpaddles.com Paddles for touring and racing designed by Olympic Champion Greg Barton. Epic Paddles are sleek and super lightweight, including new wing paddle designs and our Length-lock adjustable take apart system. Freedom Paddles/Harmony Accessories Group 165 Dancer Drive, Easley, SC 29642, (800) 591-2282, www.harmonygear.com Freedom Paddles are a new lineup of technical paddles from the Harmony Accessories Group. Test them! Super strong, light, durable, and endorsed by paddlers who put them to the test everyday. Other Harmony innovations include carbon filled River Passage paddles, completing a broad lineup, meeting the needs of every type of paddler! Yes, even you! Gillespie Outrigger Canoe Paddles 1283 Harris Rd., Webster, NY 14580; (716) 872-1723, www.surf.to/gillespiepaddles, [email protected] Builders of laminated wooden canoe paddles for over 20 years. Outrigger and recreational models. Prices starting at $90. Glenwa Inc./Cobra Kayaks P.O. Box 3134, Gardena, CA 90247; (310) 327-9216, Fax (310) 327-8952, www.cobrakayaks.com The custom-fittable Cobra Paddle line comprises twelve blade shapes and seven shafts in a variety of materials. Four user-based series include the Cruising, Action, Wing and All Purpose Series. Great Canadian Canoe Co. 64 Worcester Prov. Turnpike (Rt. 146), Sutton, MA 01590; (508) 865-0010, Fax (508) 865-5220, www.greatcanadian.com Your source for classic cedar, Kevlar, fiberglass and Royalex canoes. Versatile whitewater, touring and sea kayaks. Paddles and gear from the birthplace of paddlesport. Grey Owl Paddles 62 Cowansview Rd., Cambridge, ON N1R 7N3 CN; (519) 622-0001, Fax (519) 622-0723 Grey Owl Paddles are ideal for the novice or experienced canoeist or kayaker. A wide range of models suitable for all types of paddling. Gull Oars & Paddles Ed Thomas & Associates, P.O. Box 343, Dana, CA 92629; (949) 240-6588, Fax (949) 240-6520 Importer and distributor of Gull Oars and Paddles: wooden boat oars; canoe paddles; synthetic kayak paddles. Aquapro Sport Boats 8 to 14 feet, rigid hull and roll-ups. Ibis Paddles 906 S. Grandview St., Mt. Dora, FL 32757; (352) 383-6446 Ibis Paddles are custom handcrafted S-blade paddles. Laminated blade and shaft, fiberglass on the blade. Two models: 3.5 degree S-blade; and 14 degree S-Blade. Impex International P.O.Box 650, Asheville, NY 28802; (820) 299-1523, Fax (820) 299-1567, www.impexkayak.com Impex is the complete kayak supplier with a wide range of paddles, whitewater kayaks and sea kayaks. Kieffer Outdoor Co. 1406 Grand Ave #3, St. Paul, MN 55105; (612) 819-9615, (800) 408-5845, Fax (651) 646-3465, [email protected] The Sculler trolling paddle is used to maneuver a canoe with one hand while you hold your fishing rod with the other. It's 28" long and weighs less than one pound. Made of selected hardwoods, the Sculler is strong and made to last a long time. Kober & Moll Paddles/T.G. Canoe Livery P.O. Box 177, Martindale, TX 78655; (512) 353-3946, Fax (512) 353-3947, [email protected] For over 100 years Kober/Moll has built outstanding kayak and canoe paddles. With over 30 models to choose from, the legacy continues with the new GFI system producing even tougher blades. L.L. Bean Casco St., Freeport, ME 04033; (800) 809-7057, www.llbean.com Top quality apparel and gear for outdoor adventures including paddling, hiking, backpacking, camping

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