Talkin Tarn 2011 Water Day

Once again Pete, Antony, and new starter Kieran from Carlisle together with Mike and Colin (back with the company) from Stockport provided demo kit for the Talkin Tarn Demo Day on the 5th June 2011.

With Open Canoes, Sea Kayaks, Touring Boats, Sit on tops, General Purpose kayaks, White Water Kayaks and Stand Up Paddle Boards, those turning up had a load of choice to try.

The day is a mixture of fixed "try it Sessions" with 7 sessions through the day where you could come and try paddlesports. with the help of Carlisle Canoe Club who were on had to offer safety cover and handy tips for the new starters.

We also had enough boats of different styles to offer a normal demo day experience with several groups spending all day trying different kayaks and canoes out. The new Wavesport Project X proving very popular, but also Sea Boats from Tahe, the New Valley Etain in plastic and glass, North Shore Aspect and the Perception Essence all got rave reviews which is great for new boats. we also had kit from Dagger, Ocean Kayak, Starboard, Big Dog, Liquid Logic, Robson, Novacraft, Mowhawk, Old Town, Clearwater, and Jackson

With an average of 30 boats on the water at any one time, once again our thoughts of too many boats proved wrong!

The weather was certainly mixed, but was definately better than last year! We have already had a few couples in buying boats, as well as new members for the Canoe Club, and some enquiries for lessons the day was well worth it for all  concerned. Thanks for everyones help (we even managed to score a free sausage roll from the Cafe at the end of the day too!