27 September 2010

JBK Paddlers Club - Beecroft Peninsula Trip

JBK Paddlers Club spent an amazing day yesterday ou towards Point Perpendicular and the Docks of Jervis Bay. Leaving from Honeymoon Bay in the morning, we spent a lazy hour or so cruising down to Dart & Longnose Points sighting a Green Turtle , Dolphins and a number of seals cooling themselves in the swell at Longnose Bommie.Dolphin Pod near Dart Point Jervis Bay

Rounding the Point we were greeted with a running 2 mtr swell and rebound conditions aswe headed to Bream Cove in Boat Harbour. The rebound reminded our group to concentrate on good forward stroke technique enabling good stability whilst moving forward.

Bream Cove had a nice little mtr high swell rolling in to it and it was nice to have a leg stretch and morning tea with the infamous JBK Banana cake sugar hit.
It is a always a magic feeling touching down at Bream Cove - Jervis Bay

Paddling out towards the Torpedo Tubes and Sea Caves of the docks we were blesed with light but building Nor Easter which flattens the sea state in this area allowing close up and personal experiences with the rock formations and sea caves.
Tracy at the U Shaped Cave - The Docks Jervis Bay

The swell still hindering access to the large U shaped Docks Sea Cave, Tracy and I gave it a go but decided ( very wisely ), not to venture in as a set wave rolled in exploding in to the back of the cave.
(GIT- Guide In Training ) Ashleigh McDonald near slot cave The Tubes

With the wind strengthening the decision to head back to Honeymoon Bay for lunch was made and a superb downwind run was had towards Longnose and back up into the wind as rode green swells back on the Montague Roadstead
JBK Paddlers Club Group Shot Honeymoon Bay

After lunch, the group paddled up along Bindajine Beach and Long Beach playing in the Pylons of the Defence Wharf before heading home after a senstational day on the water. Thanks again guys it was a magic day on the water with you all.

Full details and Photo Album on our Facebook Page - JBK Paddlers.

Regards

Ross Boardman
JBK Team
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16 September 2010

JBK - New Products

Just in today , the new Native Watercraft Mariner Propel 12.5 Sit On Top Fishing Kayak. This innovative craft features width and stability for a major offshore fishing adventure and with its Propel Pedal Drive System it is capable of moving along effortlessly whilst leaving the hands free for casting and reeling in the big one.Newly arrive in store the Native Watercraft Mariner Propel 12.5 Sit On Top

The Propel Pedal Drive System is a revolutionary propulsion system with remarkable features but is also astonishingly easy to use.

  • Enjoy total boat control with forward and reverse capabilities.
  • The 1:10 drive ratio converts each pedal crank into ten revolutions of the prop.
  • You will go far with less fatigue as the sleek hydrodynamic design allows efficient propulsion with minimal drag.
  • Your body position mimics a recumbent bike
  • With easy adjustments you can set back and thigh support for a custom fit and even more comfort.
  • The internal drive unit is completely sealed against sand, grit, and mud so it is virtually maintenance free.
  • The drive unit’s housing is marine grade anodized aluminum so it is light, tough and rust proof.
  • Stainless steel components protect the system from salt water damage.
  • The system uses a simple pivot system to be lowered or lifted out of the water easily.
  • It secures easily with a pin once in place and a tough nylon flow plate prevents backwash from entering the boat.


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