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Canoeing water grades explained

Canoeing water grades explained

by Nick Colman

The British Canoe Union (BCU) is the lead organisation supporting canoeing and kayaking in the UK. They have set up a grading system to help people assess which areas are suitable for their canoeing ability. In this article, we explain how the grading system is calculated and how you can be sure that you aren't putting yourself in unnecessary danger. read more

Top Ten Things To Carry In Your Kayak Or Canoe

Top Ten Things To Carry In Your Kayak Or Canoe

by Towergate

Whether you're taking your kayak for a chilled paddle down the canal or getting gnarly with some extreme white water your personal safety and that of other paddlers should be first and foremost on your mind. read more

Narrow boat breakdown pt. 3 - batteries and electrics

Narrow boat breakdown pt. 3 - batteries and electrics

by Nick Colman

Common misunderstandings around what battery to use; its electrical capacity, charging levels and lack of attention to electrical connections contribute to batteries and electrical malfunctions. read more

Narrow boat breakdown pt. 4 - fuel and breaking cables

Narrow boat breakdown pt. 4 - fuel and breaking cables

by Nick Colman

In this section of or narrow boat breakdown guide we look at fuel contamination and cables. Read on to find out more about maintaining these aspects of your narrow boat. read more

Narrow boat breakdown pt.5 - cooling systems and alternators

Narrow boat breakdown pt.5 - cooling systems and alternators

by Nick Colman

Continuing our series of guides to narrow boat maintenance and break down tips, this guide will help you identify and fix problems with the cooling systems and the alternator. read more

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