GREAT GEAR and KAYAKS

QUINSAM PADDLE

Nimbus Paddles have retooled all of their top end compression moulded paddles. The Quinsam is 6.5” wide, available in lengths from 215 cm to 255 cm, weighs 29 ounces in fiberglass, 24.5 ounces in graphite (at 220 cm length). Suggested retail is $260 ($210 US) in glass; $399 ($307US) graphite. “We are fi nding that paddlers with a low stroke angle like this paddle,” says Dave Bain of Nimbus.

www.nimbuspaddles.com

info@nimbuspaddles.com

250-862-8049.

Editor’s Note: I tried out this paddle on the first day of our summer holidays and ended up using it for the rest of the trip.

KAYAK STORAGE SOLUTIONS

Martin Creek has made kayak storage simple, safe, and convenient. The KSR-1600 is made from powder-coated aluminum and holds most kayaks on the market, while giving you easy access anytime. The side storage of the KSR-1600 eliminates hull distortion. Get your kayak out of harms way and stored safely. $59US.

For more information: Martin Creek Kayak Storage Solutions: 7015 Wells Hwy Seneca, SC 29678.

1-888-9851031.

www.MartinCreek.com.

SRS ‘SHARK’ WING PADDLE

Simon River Sports’ carbon fi bre, high performance wing paddle is feather-light, and the easily stowed 5-piece design is the number one choice for versatility and portability. The Shark can be used for training, touring, competing, whitewater, flatwater and adventure racing. Suggested retail price for a Shark (medium blade) 5-piece, carbon shaft is $495Cdn/$360US. All WaveLength subscribers have a chance to win this great paddle. Subscribe online at www.WaveLengthMagazine.com or call 1-800-799-5602