February 13th saw the acquisition of a Tiderace Xcite hardcore Sea Kayak from Waterborne Porthleven in Cornwall. That same afternoon it was put through its paces in some rough and windy conditions in Torbay, plus a half hour of surfing at Broadsands Beach. The performance was phenomenal, and it handled the conditions superbly.
The following day it was paddled from Brixham to Kingswear in a rather speedy 2hrs 20mins, including stops for food and photos! The Xcite covered the distance with ease, and paddled so well in the choppy and swelly conditions that control of the boat didn't need thinking about! Fantastic! Plans for some sea kayak expeditions are now underway. Watch this space!
