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Issue 50 contents Kayaking in Antartica: 6 10 13 Sea Kayaking 6 Kayaking in the Antarctic 10 A view from the rear 14 KASK forum Anakiwa White Water Kayaking 18 Aratiatia Rapids Kayak Fishing 22 Taranaki Kayak Classic 24 Up the Jolly Roger Multisport 28 Carpe Diem - ‘Sieze the day’ 30 Trans Taupo race roundup 32 Trans Taupo Results 34 Make the most of winter... summer is coming 36 The Rodney Coastal Challenge multisport race - Fun for everyone. 38 A family affair with the Delamares Regulars 5 Editorial 20 Product Focus 40 Learn To Kayak 42 Recipe 43 Buyers Guide 50 Directory: Things To Do Special Feature 13 William’s kayak dream comes true Front cover photo: Osie Osbourne on the Whanganui River Trip 2009 Photo by: Peter Townend 4 I S S U E F I F T Y • 2 0 0 9
$7.50 NZ $7.50 AUST • Saltwater Fly Fishing • Speight’s Coast to Coast 2009 • White Water Paddling in Africa and Nepal SPONSORED BY Discover Another World I S S U E 4 9 #49-9.indd 1 20/02/2009 10:25:20 $7.50 NZ $7.50 AUST SPONSORED BY Discover Another World I S S U E 4 8 $7.50 NZ $7.50 AUST SPONSORED BY Discover Another World I S S U E 4 6 W H I T E W A T E R • R I V E R • S E A • M U L T I S P O R T • F I S H I N G • L A K E S #46 - FINAL.indd 1 02/08/2008 16:42:11 editorial Kayaker’s Visibility The Auckland Regional Council has been hearing submissions on their Bylaw 2.17. It concerns kayak visibility in the Auckland area. Discussions with many kayaking groups and individuals over the last months have caused me, along with many others, to speak at the Hearing. Many feel a bylaw in this circumstance will not be as useful as a wellorchestrated education program, but it was suggested by the council that funding for education would be more available when a bylaw exists. The problem I see with bylaws is they can seldom be enforced in any meaningful way. An education plan, ‘Keep your kayak and gear bright and visible’ and to boaties; ‘Keep a proper watch’ would have significantly better results. However the Chairperson and Councillors interacted with submitters and allowed them to ask questions or give opinions on others’ submissions. Hopefully everyone will benefit from the outcome. The key reason for the Bylaw is to make Kayakers more visible to reduce the likelihood of being run over by larger vessels. As I am a kayaker and a power boat owner I thought I would let you know the way I handle visibility when I’m out on the water. A kayaker is most visible when using a flag and wearing a bright coloured top, hat and/or PFD. At night, my all round white light and strong torch always help me to be seen. I keep a careful look out for all vessels and, wherever possible, keep out of their way. I am doubly careful when the setting or rising sun may blind an approaching vessel to my existence. As a power boatie, I take extreme care to expect the unexpected. When moving I keep a look out at all times. Small boats may be obscured by swells, I never motor straight into the setting or rising sun, I zigzag. This allows me to keep a proper look out and not be blinded by the sun. I reduce speed when I cannot see it is clear ahead. The standard rule at Sea is ‘MIGHT IS RIGHT’. Of course this is not legally correct but it’s undeniable when a collision occurs. The small boat is wrecked; the big boat gets a scratch. Kayakers should make life as easy as possible for boaties by being seen and, where possible, out of their way. And the ‘big boys’ have to pay more attention to us little ones! No one wins in a collision. The kayaker is hurt or killed; the boatie has to live with the thought that his or her action, or inaction, caused great suffering. A timely reminder is “A moment’s inattention can ruin a lifetime of happiness”. Don’t drop your guard folks and stay safe. It’s just like driving on the road. When you assume that other drivers will make mistakes you are more likely to avoid accidents! Yakity Yakers have just finished a wicked Whanganui Trip! There were 48 of us on the river for six days, enjoying food and great company, in heaps of sunshine. I am revitalized for another year and looking forward to April next year. A special thanks to all the leaders who looked after the pods. Without you - Russell, Gregory, Nick, Tony and Bevan, it could not be done. You Guys Rock! Cheers Peter Townend EDITOR: Peter Townend Ph: 0274 529 255 Fax [09] 421 0663 Email: pete@canoeandkayak.co.nz PUBLISHER: NZ Kayak Magazine is published five times per year by Canoe & Kayak Ltd. PRINTING: MHP Print DISTRIBUTION: IMD Win a $500 gift voucher * Subscribe a friend to the NZ Kayak Magazine Win a $500 gift voucher SUBSCRIPTIONS: New Zealand – 6 Issues = $40 Overseas – 6 Issues = $60 Copyright: The opinions expressed by contributors and the information stated in advertisements/articles are not necessarily agreed by the editors or publisher of New Zealand Kayak Magazine. Pricing: At the time of printing the prices in this magazine were accurate. However they subscription form Kayaking the Pacific Islands. Name: Email: may change at any time. CONTRIBUTORS: We welcome contributors’ articles and photos. • Refer to www.canoeandkayak.co.nz. NZ Kayak magazine ‘Contributors’ Guidelines’ for more details. ALL CONTRIBUTIONS TO: James Fitness Email: james@canoeandkayak.co.nz New Zealand Kayak Magazine Address: Whale watching in Queensland Paddling in Sir Ed’s footsteps Kayak seating for multisporters Fishing gear for summer Phone: 6 issues for $40, saving nearly $5.00 off the news-stand price, delivered free in NZ. Overseas subscription $NZ60 postage free. Send form to NZ Kayak Magazine. 6 Tavern Road, Silverdale, Auckland. Or phone [09] 421 0662 Fax [09] 421 0663 email: info@canoeandkayak.co.nz Card No: Cheque Visa Mastercard Signature Expiry date: ISSUE FIFTY • 2009 5
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