JBK - Canada Expedition

JBK Paddlers have returned from this years amazing Sea Kayaking Expedition to the Johnstone Strait BC Canada. This Sea Kayaking Trip was a sensational experience, with Daily Orca encounters, humpback whales ,seals , eagles, self contained camping, unbelievable food and the most incredible scenery imaginable.

JBK's Tracy Gibson and Ross Boardman lead the group of 12 into the Wilds of Canada with Brian & Erin from PNW Expeditions. Tracy has posted this video on You Tube which highlights what a superb trip this really was. Great job Tracy.

Click on the Video Below JBKs Johnstone Strait Expedition Canada and Contact JBK today for details on next years Sea Kayaking Expeditions

JBK - Seaward Kayaks Canada Visit

Following a month of touring British Columbia, Janet, Sam, Ellen and Myself made a visit to Seaward Kayaks MFG Factory in Chemainus Vancouver Island.Boardman Family Touring - Seaward Kayaks Canada

The relationship between Seaward Canada and Australia is a strong and continuous bond that will see the Long Term Supply and Development of the Seaward Kayak Name into Australia.

Doug Godkin & Janet and Ross Boardman - Seaward Kayaks Canada

Seaward Australia will look to produce along with the the amazing Thermoform ABS Range of Sea Kayaks already produced now in Australia, a range of the Seaward Composite Kayaks including the Award Winning Passat G3 Expedition Double Sea Kayak, Ascente X3 and Chilco X3 Sea Kayaks. Such a development will see Seaward Kayaks Australia remain at the forefront of Manufacture both in Thermoplastic and Composite Technology in the Southern Hemisphere.

We look forward to visiting again on our next Trip to Canada.

Regards

Ross Boardman - Director Seaward Kayaks Australia / Jervis Bay Kayak Co.

JBK Manufacturing - Seward Kayaks Shipment Arrives

Our major shipment of Seaward Kayaks and parts have just arrived in Australia and some of our customers are already on the water this weekend with their new Seaward Kayaks. Our pre-sold Ascente and Chilco Composite Sea Kayaks have hit the water this weekend and our very own Tracy Gibson has scored herself a magnificent Chilco X3, and she is most impressed. Karen Dallas from Skee Kayak Ctr in Coffs Harbour and Tony and Annette are already beaming photos in to our Facebook Site with the key focus being speed, comfort and quality, quality, qaulity.

This shipment reinforces our Unique relationship with Seaward Kayaks Canada and the commitment to Quality and a No compromise approach to kayak manufacture. Entering into our third season of production of these kayaks Seaward Kayaks and JBK lead the industry in reducing Carbon Emission by reducing shipping movements and ensure that the build and assembly of Seaward Thermoform TX Range of kayaks is at the forefront of kayak design and quality.

I am always stoked when a new shipment arrives safely

Our Shipment comprised of the complete TX Thermoform Range, and selected Composite Sea Kayaks and we will begin production of the TX Series this week in preparation for the upcoming season.

The Seaward & JBK Team after 3 hours of unloading

Tracy Gibson and Mat Goodwin with a batch of new Thermoform Kayak Hulls In the Hull Loft

Seaward Kayaks Canada have perfected the art of packing kayaks for transit, and we have minimised any risk of damage to equipment by developing a system that ensures your kayak arrives unmarked, and ready for assembly. Seaward Kayaks, Designed and Moulded in Canada , built in Australia, Australians.

Boxes of parts and Decks stacked on the walls - Seaward Kayaks Australia Factory

Our Modern factory in Huskisson is perfectly positioned just 2 minutes from our Kayak Centre, and we deliver Australia Wide through our Dealer Network ensuring you get your kayak from your favourite kayak shop.

Stock Taking the TX Series Decks - Tray and Matt count the Season's Craft

Contact Us to discuss your new Seaward Kayak and we look forward to assisting you into the future with all of your Paddling Needs

Regards

Ross Boardman

Director - Jervis Bay Kayak Co / Seaward Kayaks Australia.

Seaward Kayaks Australia

We've almost sold out of Seaward Kayaks , We've swept out the Factory , We're getting ready!!!!

Our next shipment of Seaward Kayaks is due to arrive this week, amidst Wharfy disputes and dock shutdowns, Customs and delivery delays, this season's Seaward Kayaks Shipment promises to put a smile both on the faces of our Team and the Customers waiting for their own piece of Seaward Perfection.


We will begin production of the Seaward Thermoform Range of Sea & Recreational Kayaks early next week to ensure there is the full range in Stock at JBK this season. Talk to your Seaward Kayaks Team Member and " Escape Life On Land and go Seaward "


We a number of customers awaiting their hugely popular "AcenteX3" and "ChilcoX3" Sea Kayaks ( now with day hatch ) , so get in early to get yours acquire possibly the last Sea Kayak you will ever own.


Regards

JBK Team

JBK Eucation - Go Tafe Sea Skills Course

This month the JBK Team have conducted the Australian Canoeing Sea Skills Course for Charles Sturt University at Albury & Goulbourn Ovens VIC Tafe Certificate IV in Outdoor Education Course. As Go Tafes accredited providor this course was run over 5 days of intensive Training including an Overnight Sea Kayaking Trip , Eskimo Rolling, Rescue, Surf and Stroke Training.

GoTafe Candidates on Assessment Day Jervis Bay

We have designed this course from the ground up to ensure that candidiates have the necessary skill and competencies to attain the Australian Canoeing "Sea Skills Award" on completion of a extra curricular Overnight Sea Kayaking Trip and necessary Snr 1st Aid Certificate and final day asessement with Australian Canoeing Assessor Ross Boardman .

These courses are conducted quaterly here at JBK and if you require industry recognition and an accredited award for your workplace or simply just for fun, the contact our Team as we have been the recognised industry training experts in this field for almost 20 years.

With 3 Full Time Sea Kayaking Instructors on and a Full Time Australian Canoeing Instructor Assessor on Staff, JBK will tailor a program to suit your needs and ensure you get the very best training possible.

Jervis Bay Kayak Co - "It's about the Experience - Since 1996"

JBK Education - Coffs Harbour

Boambee Creek at sunny Sawtell on the NSW Mid North Coast was the venue for a great couple of Days of Training and Information last weekend.Hosted by Skee Paddle Ctr in Mulloway and Paddle NSW, the 2 day program saw 30 keen kayakers put through their paces. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to both Spend the weekend instructing and showing off the range of Seaward Kayaks.

Seaward Thermoform TX Series Kayaks at the Paddle NSW Demo Day

The hungry participants were coached in every thing from forward paddling to technique by Australian Olympic Kayaker Amanda Rankin, to maneuvering, bracing, self and assisted rescues and surf launches and landings. Saturday afternoon was filled with talks from the likes of NSW Waterways, a Physiotherapists Specialising in the ergonomics of kayaking and the Marine Rescue Authority.

Olympic K1 Kayaker Amanda Rankin demostrates the Seaward Passage' unbeatable stability.

Seaward Infiniti 155 TX - Karen Dallas fro Skee Kayak Ctr

After the morning instruction session we unloaded the "Seaward Express " and showed the range of beautiful lightweight TX Thermoformed and composite Sea Kayaks to large group of very impressed paddlers. Interestingly our Red InfinitI 155 which I had been paddling all weekend was very popular with many of the female paddlers in the group who showed great capability without a rudder. Not so popular was Amanda's K1 Nelo Racing Shell ( which I failed to keep upright for more than about 6mtrs ). Skee Paddle Ctr Director - Karen Dallas putting the Seaward Cosma TX through it's paces.

I think everyone who attended the weekend gained a great deal of practical kayaking knowledge which hopefully they can take a way and build upon, as well as learning heaps, and had heaps of fun whilst meeting a few new paddling friends.

For information on Kayaking Instruction see our wesbite ( HERE ) and the Seaward Kayaks Range of Thermoformed Kayaks see the Seaward Kayak Australia Website ( HERE ) and I look forward to asistsing you with your kayaking amd paddleport needs.

Matt Goodwin - JBK Sea Kayak Instructor L2 / Seaward Kayaks Australia / Jervis Bay Kayak Co

JBK Education - Coffs Harbour Sea Kayaking Workshop

Seaward Kayaks Australia & JBK Team Instructor - Matthew Goodwin, will be conducting Sea Kayaking Workshops and a Seaward Kayaks Demo morning at the Boambee Beach Reserve Coffs Harbour this coming weekend

Seaward Kayaks Australia - Paddle NSW Kayaking Workshop and Demo Weekend 19th -20th February 2011

Matt will be on hand to offer Professional Instruction and Tips on getting the most out of your Kayak and some on water Rescue and Surfing Technique. Matthew, our Assembler and JBK Head Instructor, spends his days bringing the Seaward Thermofrom TX Range of Kayaks to life here in Australia and Instructing Full Time at Jervis Bay Kayaks in Huskisson. He knows the Seaward Kayak Range better than anyone and can help you choose the right Seaward Kayak for you. Passionate, innovative and full of information he lives the lifestyle of Sea Kayaking in every way.

Matthew Goodwin - Seaward Kayaks Australia Team Instructor

The weekend will feature Talks from Olympic K1 Kayaker Amanda Rankin / Marine Rescue / NSW Waterways Authority / and Physio & Pilates Wokshops. Contact our Seaward Kayaks Dealer SKEE Kayak Ctr at Mulloway fro more details and get down and try out a sensational Seaward Kayak and Discover the Features that make Seaward Kayaks the best kayaks on the market worldwide, no compromises.

JBK Training Cordinator Tracy Gibson - Demonstrates Self Rescue Features of the Seaward Cosma TX

The Full Range of Seaward Thermoform TX Series Kayaks are Designed and Moulded in Canada / Fully Assembled in Australia. Seaward Kayaks Australia

Locally owned Australian Built keeping our Jobs here in Australia.

"Escape life on land and go Seaward".

JBK Canada Sea Kayaking Trip 2011

JBK Paddlers Canada Sea Kayaking Trip - Join Us on our Sea Kayaking Expedition to the magnificent Johnstone Strait this coming July.

Sensational Paddling in the Idyllic surrounds of Vancouver Island

Please contact the JBK Store for full details and our flyer outlining trip inclusions and details.

Janet soaking up the scenery and clear water at Little Kaikash Creek

This once in a lifetime Trip will take in the beautiful Harbour City of Victoria, the remoteness and superb setting of Telegraph Cove, and then 6 days of Sea Kayaking in the Broughton Archipelago and Johnstone Strait renowned for it's resident and Transient Killer Whales, abundant Marine Life and Cultural Heritage Sites.

Janet Boardman -Orca at Blinkorne Peninsula

The Kayaking is without equal offering outstanding paddling in the Canadian Wilderness. Book now as No's are strictly limited. Call 02.4441.7157.

Ross Boardman - nearing the Robson Bight Ecological Reserve.

JBK Paddler Club - Sea Caves Trip

Another great day was had by members of the JBK Paddlers Club as we hit the water again together on Sunday. The launch was Murray's Beach boat ramp inside JB for a foray outside to see what the cliffs of the Bherwhere Peninsula had to offer.

JBK Paddlers at the Devils Elbow Jervis Bay

As far as weather forecasts go, ours was just about perfect; light westerly winds, no swell.

JBK Paddlers Club - Snapper Point Formation Sea Caves Jervis Bay

The team passed through an unusually calm Gap to find exactly what we were hoping for - calm seas and shelter from the breeze. This was a perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the spectacular sea caves and rock formations along this part of our southern coastline. The crew took advantage of the favourable tide to land at Stoney Creek about 7kms down the coast, before the return trip back to the heads.

The Opportunity to land at Stoney is creek is so rare and it is a beautiful spot to stretch the legs -JBK Paddlers

Although a stiff breeze (well maybe a strong headwind wind) greeted us coming back into the bay, everyone was happy to put their heads down and work hard for the 15min trip back to the boat ramp.

JBK Team Leader - Mat Goodwin in Bouncy Conditions

(A special mention to Brad Matthews who had his first experience at trapping an undesirable in his spraydeck on the way back from Stoney Creek - in this case a March fly who liked the look of the inside of a Tsunami 165)

Brad Matthews - Smuggled a March Fly in his spray deck

Thanks to all for a top day out and Happy Xmas to the JBK Paddlers Club!!

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KAYAKTOPIA 2010 - MAJOR PRIZE WINNER

The Team here at JBK and our 2010 Kayaktopia Dealer Team are proud to anounce the winner of the Major Prize for this years Kayaktopia 2010. The final draw was held on Sunday afternoon at 1.45 PM in the Paddlers Courtyard, surrounded by the massive range of Kayaks on display.

The winner of the Seaward Intrigue Clear Bottom Recreatonal Kayak valued at $1500 was John and Kay Woodend. John and Kay are visiting from Melbourne and take the Intrigue home with them along with a Tribe 13.5 Sit On Top Double Kayak purchased earlier at Kayaktopia 2010. The guys scored 14 entries into our draw and were totally stoked with their luck. Ellen Boardman made the lucky pick out of the Sea to Summit Major Prize Drybag and the Draw was witnessed by a group of attendees.

JBK Director Ross Boardman presents the Seaward Intrigue Kayak to the lucky winners

2nd Prize of an Apollo Carbon Wing Paddle was taken out by Yolande Wilson of Woollamia Jervis Bay. Yolande has been a regular customer of JBK for 15 years and a big thank you to Mark Osmond from Apollo Craft fro the Donation of this beautiful piece of equipment.

KAYAKTOPIA TV AD NOV 2010

KAYAKTOPIA 2010 - 13th & 14th November 2010

Next Weekend 13th & 14th November 2010 will see all roads lead to "KAYAKTOPIA Jervis Bay 2010. JBK will host this major event on the Paddlesports calender, featuring manufacturers, distributors from across the industry all under one roof and our paddler courtyard with over 500sq mtrs of displays, gear, clothing , footwear to tempt everyone that's into Watersports and the Outdoors. Kayaktopia DEMO day and SUP clinics kick off at 830am ( see schedule here ) on the beach opposite the Store and Door Prizes and major prizes being offered all weekend. Prizes include Paddles / clothing / dry bags / and an Seaward Intrigue Kayak from JBK and Seaward Kayaks Australia.
KAYAKTOPIA 2010 - " It's Seat of your pants adventure ". All welcome, families, novices, and experts alike. Come and experience the Ultimate Kayaking Adventure Destination at Jervis Bay Kayaks . Register Online Now for your chance to WIN.

JBK TEAM

JBK Manufacture - Seaward Kayaks Australia Roadshow - Qld

Seaward Kayaks Australia are on the Australian Gold Coast exhibiting and Demo Paddling the Magnificent Seaward Thermoform and Composite Range of Sea Kayaks.

Delegates at the Seaward Booth in Tullebudgera

There has been so much interest and educated comments made on the " Cut Above" quality of our Kayaks from Experienced Paddlers and Industry leaders alike. Features such as our RDS and Safe Hatch system and the beauty of our Thermoform Kayak Range has made the Seaward Product an instant Hit at the Symposium.

Seaward Kayaks Display at the National Sea Kayak Symposium

With a number of orders taken and a Demo Day tomorrow at Currumbin Reserve more Australians will be experiencing the joy of paddling a Seaward Kayak and realising that the are unsurpassed in form and function.

Seaward Kayaks Australia Director Janet Boardman discussing the Seaward Range with Phil Annear from the Sunshine Coast .

Photos of the Demo Day Demo will be posted in coming days.

Seaward Kayaks Australia - On the road in Queensland

NEW ROAD - Canberra only 2 hours from Huskisson

Nerriga upgrade Complete :

The final stages of work on the Main Road 92 (MR92) upgrade are now complete, 3 Months ahead of schedule.


The road is one of few accesses from the tablelands to the coast and is a key component of strategies to provide a shorter and more importantly, alternate route to Jervis Bay than Kangaroo Valley and the windy mountainous Clyde Mountain / Batemans Bay route.

The Team here at JBK are very excited as this has cut travelling times from Canberra to Jervis Bay to 2 hours, and makes us all the more accessible to country clients that make there way for Equipment purchases, sea kayaking trips , Hire and our range of adventure services.

With summer coming we have already seen a marked increase in clients from Canberra and surrounding districts buying Kayaks and accessories from us and with "Kayaktopia Jervis Bay 2010" coming up next month we have seen good registrations of interest from Canberrans wanting to try out our massive range of Kayaks and equipnment on the 13th of November 2010 and our Paddlepsorts Expo all weekend, here at JBK in Huskisson.

Beautiful new sealed surface Boulee

Jervis Bay, and in particular Huskisson is effectively the ctr of focus for Kayakers in NSW as we are almost equidistant from Sydney and Canberra, only a 2 hour drive and you're a million miles away, and with our perfect waterways to explore it is time now to make a visit and experience Jervis Bay Kayak Co.

The upgrade is being funded jointly by the NSW ($49 million) and Federal governments ($34 million) as well as Shoalhaven City Council ($12 million).

PLEASE CALL FOR MORE DETAILS

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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

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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Kayaking with Dolphins on Jervis Bay

JBK - Whale Encounters

This is the time of year when anything can happen in Jervis Bay. The water is cool, the weather is crisp and the wildlife , unbelievable. This winter has proved to boast the highest numbers of migratory whales, and this week we have had two Southern Right Whales along the Hyams Beach to Nelsons Beach strip. One of the whales is supporting her calf and the other is believed to be pregnant.

Sthn Right Whale - Headstands off Greenfields Beach

Janet and I ventured out today for our trip towards Hyams Beach and were lucky enough to spend almost three hours floating near her. Keeping a minimum distance of 100mtrs, was at times difficult as she expressed an interest in both of us and surfaced several mtrs away from both us. Although quite intimidating, she was very gentle and spent hours lying on the surface only to lay vertically with her tail in the air. Appearing also to become more animated when the whale watching boats and pleasure craft approached. The enormity of this whale was only evident when her head would stand out of the water, spyhopping to get a clear view, only to roll on her side and perform head stands.

Janet gets a close up encounter with the pregnant female Sth Right

An incredible day that reminds us of the beauty and simplicity of Sea Kayaking. As Spring and Summer approach , the paddling only gets better with more whales, dolphins, seals and penguins being sighted every year.

Rossco

JBK Paddlers Club - Whitsunday Island Trip

JBK Paddlers Club have returned from a brilliant week of laughs and gorgeous paddling in the Whitsunday Group of islands in North Queensland. As with all adventures, this trip had all elements of weather, characters and excitement including sun,wind, rain and perfect sunsets. Salty Sea Dog Sea Kayaking provided us with a local guide, Mark who assisted Tracy with the task of leading the intrepid JBK Paddlers from Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island to Hook Island and back to Shute Harbour by luxury barge. The 4 day kayaking trip and overnight stopover in Airlie Beach before and after the trip proved to be a very popular option and will be an annual event in our calender to satisfy the needs of Paddlers of all levels.

Tracy has put together a fantastic YOU TUBE video below of the trip, and you can follow the adventure of the JBK Paddlers Club on Facebook. Be sure to check out our club details on our website and book in early to be on next years trip to avoid disappointment.

JBK Mfg - Seaward Kayaks Australia Huskisson Factory

Seaward Kayaks Australia announce the arrival of our new shipment of Composite and Thermoform Kayaks from Seaward Kayaks on Vancouver Island in Canada.

Seaward Kayaks Australia
Ross Boardman & Matt Goodwin with the latest Shipment from Canada.9th June 2010

This delivery consisted of the full range of Thermoform Sea and Recreational Kayaks that will be produced here in Jervis Bay on the Sth Coast of NSW,including the NEW Amnik 14.5TX, and a quantity of Custom Composite Seakayak orders including the Passat G3 Expedition Double Sea Kayak in Kevlar and FRP Layups, The Quest X3 19FT, Ascente, Chilco and Nigel Foster Shadow Expedition Singe Sea Kayaks.

Janet Boardman, Tracy Gibson and Sam Boardman unpacking and inspecting the Seaward Passat G3. Sea Kayak Magazines Dbl Sea Kayak of the year in Nth America / Canada .

A large Shipment such as this stands out in Australia as a firm commitment between Seaward Kayaks Canada and Seaward Kayaks Australia to position the brand as the Industry Leader in Thermoform Technology and Composite Sea Kayak Construction.

Tracy and Matt - Admire the amazing Passat G3 Expedition Dbl Sea Kayak

We are extremely proud of the Seaward Range and the combination of Canadian Design and our local Australian Production has set a standard unsurpassed in this country.

Seaward Australia Director - Ross Boardman amongst the many Thermoform Hulls.

Production has begun of the full range of Thermoform Lightweight Durable Range, including the Chinook, Infiniti 155 & 175, Cosma, Amnik 14.5, Passage Dble Sea Kayak, and the Intrigue. These kayaks will be in our Dealer Stores stores throughout Australia in the coming months.

Matt Goodwin - with the NEW Seaward AMNIK 14.5 TX Touring Kayak

Ross Boardman
Director - Seaward Kayaks Australia