Long Cloud Kayaks

Sunday, 23 March 2014

Boreal Design Epsilon C200

Check out the "Gear Close Up" video at the bottom of the page to see Ian surfing at New Brighton. http://longcloudkayaks.co.nz/Kayaks-for-Sale-nz/Sea-Kayaks-nz/Epsilon-C-200-Sea-Kayak-Boreal-Design-nz

Saturday, 8 March 2014

Long Cloud Kayaks is now carrying Kajak Sport kayak accessories and components. Kajak Sport of Finland started out building kayaks but eventually, do to demand, moved to manufacturing kayak components. They now supply the top sea kayak brands around the world with their kayak accessories and components.

If you are building your own kayak we can supply you with all the parts you'll need from handles to rudders.

Do you need a replacement hatch cover?

We can supply replacements for broken deck fittings.

An easy way to make a kayak more comfortable is with easy to fit thigh pads

Make it easier to quickly stow a paddle by adding deck balls to your deck rigging.

We have a small range of products on our web page http://longcloudkayaks.co.nz/Kayak-Accessories-Gear-NZ-Christchurch. To see the complete range of products or to download installation instructions, please visit http://www.kajaksport.fi/ We can order in anything you need.

Sunday, 16 February 2014

Canterbury Sea Kayak Network's training weekend at Okains Bay

Canterbury Sea Kayak Network's training weekend at Okains Bay

A good turnout of kayaks

and kayakers

A few of the instructors in action

Gearing up.......

...to get wet

.. and have fun

Wednesday, 12 February 2014

Peak UK newly designed PFDs are now in stock

The exciting new range of buoyancy aids from Peak UK! These PFDs are based on their Olympic gold medal winning design. They all have concealed side and smooth shoulder adjustments.

Racing Vest

Meets ISO and ICF standards.

River Vest

While this is called the River Vest it is a great lightweight PFD with a huge front pocket that is ideal for all paddling disciplines.

Adventure Vest
This PFD has one large pocket with smaller pockets for flares, muesli bar or radio. It also has a back pocket for a drinks bladder.

Explorer Zip
This PFD has two large pockets plus flare and radio pockets. It is zip opening and has a back pocket for a drinks bladder.

River Runner

Same design as the guide but comes without the shoulder pads and towbelt.

River Guide
This PFD has a built in harness, towbelt, shoulder pads and numerous pockets, built for the guide or serious paddler.

Link for more details http://longcloudkayaks.co.nz/PFDs-Life-Jackets-Buoyancy-Aids

Tuesday, 11 February 2014

Free Training weekend

Sea Kayak Skills Training 15 & 16 Feb 2014 at Okains Bay

(Banks Peninsula)

Free instruction organised by Canterbury Sea Kayak Network

Sessions start 9.30am Saturday & include: o kayak confidence o paddling techniques o rescues

o safety equipment o kayakers first aid o surf landings

Everyone is welcome - novices to advanced Bring your own kayak & gear (or borrow or hire in advance).

Camp ground fee applies if you stay at Okains Bay, $2 for showers

See www.sportsground.co.nz/canterburyseakayak and www.facebook.com/groups/canterburyseakayak/

Saturday, 25 January 2014

Feelfree Sit on Top Kayaks

We've are now stocking Feelfree sit on top kayaks. We took the kids to Okains Bay to have a test drive in the Nomad http://longcloudkayaks.co.nz/Kayaks-for-Sale-nz/New-Zealand-Sit-On-Top/Feelfree-Nomad

We like the built in wheel a lot, it makes it easy to drag around the campground and down to the beach. We even loaded all the spades, diggers, wetsuits, PFDs and bucket in. The Nomad is big enough for the kids to have a turn in.

The fit out is good with the bungees a place to store the paddle and hatch.
The Nomad is playful and easy to surf. The Corona is big enough for the whole family http://longcloudkayaks.co.nz/Kayaks-for-Sale-nz/New-Zealand-Sit-On-Top/Feelfree-Corona