National Watersports Centre Nottingham

Last weekend we decided to head to Nottingham to have a play on the white water course. It was the first time we had been there since they had made the recent changes. They have improved the course dramatically and it now offers more waves/holes for play boating. It was a good opportunity to test the new Wavesport Project X. The new Wavesport Project X is a nice looking boat, it just wants to go big all the time. We found that it was fast on a wave and once you initiated a move it was just a case of letting the boat do it's thing and you following, We were having so much fun that we only managed to get a few photos.

Emploment Opportunities at Norfolk Canoes

Position Availabe: Part Time Sales Assistant

Location: Norfolk Canoes

At Norfolk Canoes we are currently looking for a Part-Time Sales Assistant to join our team of friendly staff. The role will include customer service, payment handling and organising deliveries. A background in retail is not essential as full training will be provided. An interest in paddle sports would be advantageous.

If you are interested, please forward a covering letter and CV to Tom Page at the address below.
Should you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to contact us or drop in for a visit.

Tom Page
Norfolk Canoes
Unit A, Eastern Court
Longwater Business Park
Norwich
Norfolk
NR5 0JU

sales@norfolk-canoes.co.uk

Setting up an Anchor Trolley System for your Kayak

We often get asked how to set up an anchor trolley system on your Sit On Top kayaks. There are many different ways to do this. Below is an example of one way to do this.

Equipment needed: Pad Eyes, Rivets, Jam Cleat, Tie Down Cleat, Anchor, Pulley, Rope, Drill

 Tools needed: Rivet Gun, Drill

Step 1. Read completely through any directions supplied in your anchor trolley kit before drilling any holes. It is also a good idea to temporarily tape the cleats and pad eyes in place, and then try out the locations by sitting in the kayak on the ground with the paddle to make certain they do not interfere with paddling.

Step 2. Stern Pad eye

On top of kayak, measure 1” from stern tip and drill first hole with the drill bit. Use pad eye and rivet as a template to mark the second hole. Place pad eye over the two holes and place rivets into holes. Pop rivets with rivet gun.

Step 3. Midship pad eye

The second pad eye will be placed near the cockpit on the outer edge of the kayak, leaving enough room for the tie down cleat to be located so that it is easily reached. Fit pad eye the same as the stern one above and rivet in place.

Step 4. Jam cleat

The jam cleat must be directly in line from rear pad eye to front pad eye. You can use the piece of rope, temporarily tied between the two pad eyes, to mark the location. The ridges in the inside of the cleat form an arrow. The cleat should be oriented so that arrow points to the stern, and the wide end is forward. Drill holes, place rivets through the holes in cleat and hull and pop rivets.

Step 5. Tie down cleat

Locate the tie down cleat where it is close at hand and easily reached from the cockpit. It will generally be positioned about 1 ½” forward of the midship pad eye. Drill holes, place rivets and pop rivets.

Step 6. Rigging the pulley line

To assemble the pulley line, feed the rope through both pad eyes so the ends are facing outboard. Place the two rope ends parallel with about eight inches of overlap. Tie a barrel knot with one of the ends around the other, about 8 inches from the end.Slide the pulley onto the free end, and pull out slack so that the line is taught. Tie another barrel knot with the free end, trapping the pulley in between the knots and between the parallel lines.Make sure the tension is tight between pad eyes. Work excess line through the knot, if needed. Cut off excess, and melt the ends of the rope to prevent fraying.

Step 7. Rigging the anchorTie the remainder of the rope onto anchor ring with a barrel knot. Pull tight. Thread the other end through the pulley, tie a stopper knot, (large enough to keep the line from pulling completely through the pulley if dropped) and make fast on tie down cleat.



Your anchor trolley is now ready to use, so good luck and happy fishing.

This is just one example of how to set up and Anchor Trolley Systems on your Sit On Top Kayak. Below is a link to the Anchor Trolley Systems and Anchors we sell here at Norfolk Canoes.

Click here to buy Anchor Trolley Systems, Anchors and Fishing Accessories.

Please be aware that these notes are just an example and making any modifications to your Sit On Top Kayak can permanently damage the Kayak and invalidate your boats warranty. Norfolk Canoes holds no responsibility from any damage coursed whilst fitting your Anchor Trolley System.

Norfolk Boat Jumble

Norfolk Canoes will be attending this year’s Norfolk Boat Jumble. The Norfolk Boat Jumble is held at the Royal Norfolk Showground on Sunday 3rd April 2011.
We will have a selection of Canoes, Kayaks, and Sit on Tops, Inflatable Kayaks and Equipment on show with many Special Show Offers. So why not come along and say hello and see what we have on offer.

Dagger Fiesta

Norfolk Canoes are pleased to announce the arrival of the Dagger Fiesta. An exclusive to the Canoe Shops Group the Dagger Fiesta is now available in Saffron/Red.

Made in the UK the Dagger Fiesta is a great first kayak. It is less than three metres in length, weighs only 16kg and has a good beam that offers great stability.

For more Information on the Dagger Fiesta click here