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Sea Guide Towline

We use Whetman safety equipment every day when we are sea kayaking. All of our Guides wear their equipment on our trips and we also use Whetman equipment when we train our students how to rescue and tow in various conditions and situations.  Made in Devon in the U.K.  We are proud stocki... Read More

Published On: 18^th August 2019

Altra Timps Trail Runners - Review from the Southern Terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail

Team NOMAD's exciting visit to the Southern Californian Southern Terminus of the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) inspired the first of two new reviews. Here is the first review; the Altra Timps Trail Running shoes. Enjoy! Post Script: Our apologies for the wind, we do want our videos to be a little ... Read More

Published On: 10^th July 2019

AS Tucas Millaris Bivy and Sestrals Quilt

AS Tucas Millaris Bivy and Sestrals Quilt - Initial Thoughts. AS Tucas is a small cottage company based in Spain making specialist lightweight outdoor gear, specifically quilts and bivy bags with a small assortment of other specialist items for the long distance or 'thru hiker'. The video made on ... Read More

Published On: 23^rd May 2019

Stretches for Kayakers - Improve your Flexibility

Everyone can benefit from increasing their flexibility! We have many students and guests who ask us what they can do for their fitness before they join us kayaking. We are not personal trainers, but we are professional Guides! Here are a few easy exercises you can do at home, without any need for eq... Read More

Published On: 4^th May 2019

Clothing for Beginner Kayakers - Layering.

A description of a basic wet layering system for paddlers new to the sport of kayaking. Whether fishing from a kayak, river paddling or developing hard core sea kayaking skills, we cover the simple basics of what to wear and how to wear it whilst maintaining a tight budget until you are ready to tak... Read More

Published On: 4^th February 2019