The River Eden was in flood – perhaps too much water for the coaching we wanted, but it was great opportunity for us to practice ferry-gliding across a swollen river. With a fast current and a strong wind, it certainly made me work hard. I was the only open boat on the river, with 6 other kayaks having more success than I against the wind. A 16′ long boat takes some handling – especially when I’m not an expert.
From the photos taken by a very helpful wife of one of the guys on the river, I realise my ‘trim’ was a little too rear heavy, which causes the front to spin around in the wind. Normally Pippa sits in the front which I presume makes the boat much more level.
With thanks to Mike Sunderland for the coaching and the others who kept an eye out for me.
That looks even colder than my mountain biking! 🙄 Did you go in the water? If ya did, you may know how cold my toes were! 😥
Nope, managed to stay dry thankfully. I was fairly stable and felt quite good. It would have been more fun with someone else to paddle though 🙁