The 1st of May 2012 sees the start of the AnglersAfloat One Lure Challenge, the challenge, will initially run for 6 months only, completing on the 31st October 2012. If we get a good response we may choose to restart it from the 1st November for a further 6 month period. For more details of what the One Lure Challenge is all about and how you can get involved click the link : AnglersAfloat One Lure Challenge Stealth Kayaks launched in UKWe have just heard that the range of Stealth composite kayaks is now available in the UK, the fishing kayaks include the renowned Evolution and Fisha ranges designed and built in South Africa to compete in the most extreme conditions, the lightest model coming in at 23kgs!  Find out more at : stealthkayaks.co.uk A Free Beginner's Guide to Kayak Fishing Our good friend Ian Harris, Dizzyfish to his friends has spent the winter evenings penning a rather excellent Beginner's Guide to Kayak Fishing which he now offers free of charge on his Blog, you can download your free copy at : dizzybigfish.co.uk iCOM M23 VHF Floating Handheld RadioiCOM launched their latest handheld VHF radio at the January Boat Show, we have been lucky to get our hands on a loan unit to try out and review. 
First thing you notice is how light the M23 is, secondly they have done away with the old battery charging cradle, charging is done via a sealed plug at the top of the unit opposite the aerial. Not only does the iCOM M23 Float, it also emits a red light from its base, when dropped into water making it easy to locate should you become parted from it. We'll be doing a review proper once we have lived with the unit for a few weeks. In the meantime more information can be found at : icom.co.uk The Importance of a Marine VHF Radio when KayakingIf you don't have a VHF Radio and think your OK with your mobile phone, you might like to read iCOM's recent article about the Importance of a Marine VHF when kayaking, check out the handsome chap in the photograph, then go buy yourself a VHF. AT Kayak Fishing Safety CourseIt was great to hear the official launching of the Angling Trust's Kayak Fishing Safety Course. The first of the new one day courses will be held on Rudyard Lake on the 9th July, the courses are run by fully qualified Kayak Fishing Instructors who will take you through, rigging a kayak, launching, rescue techniques, how to use a drogue and anchor a kayak, how to plan and log your trip, navigation basics, fish identification and safe handing plus much more that will stand you in good stead for a lifetime of safe kayak fishing. The courses are available to both Angling Trust members and non members. To book a one day course call us during office hours on 0844 77 00 616. To find out more about what the Angling Trust are doing for kayak fishermen click here. |
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New to Kayak FishingWhy not have a read of our getting started guide here. Ocean Kayak Demo FleetWe are often asked, "Where can I test a few kayaks before I buy". Whilst most kayak stores offer a few demo kayaks to demo, Second Wind Watersports, Dorset has now opened the UK's first official Ocean Kayak Demo Centre where you can try any kayak from the Ocean Kayak range, yes they have them all. For a small cost you can demo any three kayaks for an hour accompanied by an experienced kayaker. The fee can be deducted from any kayak purchased. For more details contact Second Wind on
01305 835301
Rod Holder, Mounts and Leash GuideAt last a list of the most popular rod holders, mounts and rod leashes, we know that there are a few others to add to the list such as Fladens offering, but as yet we have not been able to get a photo or specific details, we will update as those details become available. Click here for more details. |
