This is Deb Pinniger, who joined us for our recent trip to Lundy. This was her first ever time on the sea and in a sea kayak; she was our token numpty for this trip, although she may possibly have done a little paddling beforehand. We think that Debs could get quite good at kayaking, if she sticks at it …
Anyway, Debs penned an article about her introduction to sea kayaking, which is published in the December issue of Canoe Kayak UK magazine, available from today. Some of my photos accompany the article.
Meanwhile, Heather and I have just enjoyed a pleasant holiday up in the Lake District, paddling whitewater rivers and yomping over fells. We’ve had time to begin to think about future book plans …
Welcome to the ‘Dark Side’ Deb. Tis a fine line you walk! One day your ‘Coffee Table Book’ may feature seascapes – who knows?
Anyway – you don’t really want to take up sea kayaking – apparently it’s boring! Numerous people have told me this. It’s true – honestly. See you on the ‘wild side’!
H – x
Quote “to think about future book plans …”
Mmmm? What & where?
I enjoyed Deb’s Lundy article. It’s rather surreal to leave work on Friday, paddle to Lundy and back, and be back in work on Monday.
Is the photo above of Striding Edge? Have you ever tried Sharp Edge on Blencathra? It’s shorter than Striding Edge but more exposed. I have never actually finished Sharp Edge – Attempted it once but had to give up due to icy conditions.
Andy, it is Sharp Edge on Blencathra in the photo – we made it 90% of the way along but then hit lots of ice and had to retreat as the way back, same as yourself. Strolled up by the footpath instead.
I did exactly the same – gave up on Sharp Edge and found an easier way up Blencathra.
Sharp Edge is the closest thing in the Lakes to Crib Goch.
Those are some really beautiful pics. Its an entirely different feeling when we kayak in sweet waters. Although I didn’t have the chance of doing it more often; I could still manage few miles of paddling.