Equipment
The Rockpool Taran
The Taran brings a radical new look to the Rockpool fleet, it is fast and sleek but with friendly handling characteristics that will please. It is designed for the intermediate to advanced paddler and steps away from the look of the conventional British sea kayak to give the high performance that modern paddlers are looking for.
The Taran is a sea kayak that covers a multitude of roles: Day boat, Distance Cruiser, Weekend Tourer and Fitness Training through to Expedition Boat. It even has a reputation for setting records and winning races. The more we paddle it the more we find it can do!
There is no doubting the expedition credentials of the Taran now; the circumnavigation of the UK is a serious undertaking and in 2 weeks, there were 2 new records, with 2 Tarans!
Kirton C-Trek 18
Designed by Rob Feloy for Sean Morley’s solo UK & Ireland Expedition, the C-Trek 18 is perfectly suited to the stronger, heavier paddler who needs a high carrying capacity and fast cruising speed. The total maximum displacement is a whopping 180kg (paddler + boat + load) but even fully laden, it remains surprisingly maneuverable and quick.
Kirton Inuk Double
Probably the fastest expedition double sea kayak on the market, the Inuk Duo 6.8 double sea kayak really comes into it’s own on long unsupported expeditions. The design emphasis is on stability and sea keeping – it is a true rough water double.
The Inuk Duo has evolved over many years with influences from previous Rob Feloy designs, as well as various one-off specials.
Kokatat are a leading kayak clothing company. They have been hugely supportive of our adventure and as a result are ensuring our safety on the water when we will be enduring the elements during The Inside passage. They have sorted out the team with Dry suits, Storm Cgs, Pullover Jackets and Buoyancy Aids. We are all immensely grateful for their involvement! Please check out their website by clicking on their logo above.
David Stores Navigational Management have recently joined the team by providing us with all the navigational charts for the epic challenge that is The Inside Passage. We are incredibly excited to have yet another sponsor, at the very top of their field, providing us with the best equipment needed to take on such a gruelling adventure. It was an absolute pleasure meeting them all and we seriously appreciate all they have provided and all their support!
Our meals deliver the fuel and balanced nutrition required for the most gruelling of challenges; to summit our highest peaks, to row our oceans, and to traverse the remotest wildernesses on our planet.” Expedition Food
Mimo-Connect approached the team last year. They are providing the team with the absolutely necessary communication equipment – Satphone, 2 celluar Go modems, battery power banks, US & Canadian e-sim cards.
Communication is a must in any team! We are immensely grateful for Mimo-Connect’s support!
