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by Winterborn
Sun Aug 09, 2015 1:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Helmets for larger heads
Replies: 1
Views: 598

Helmets for larger heads

Good Morning All, I've been looking for a helmet and most seem to stop at XL or XXL. For those of us with larger heads, consider looking into the Gath series of helmets. While not cheap, due diligence indicates they meet both US, and European standards for safety. Below is a link to one site that ca...
by Winterborn
Fri Aug 07, 2015 4:16 pm
Forum: For Sale & Gear Swap
Topic: WTB LL Remix or other crossover
Replies: 6
Views: 1747

Re: WTB LL Remix or other crossover

Wgonfan,

Consider a WS Ride or similar.

Regards,
Brian
by Winterborn
Fri Aug 07, 2015 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Calling all Instructors - all disciplines
Replies: 7
Views: 1179

Re: Calling all Instructors - all disciplines

Steve also indicates they would love volunteers to help increase the time the instructors have with the visitors.
by Winterborn
Fri Aug 07, 2015 4:03 pm
Forum: For Sale & Gear Swap
Topic: LF kayak dealers in SW arkansas
Replies: 4
Views: 1031

Re: LF kayak dealers in SW arkansas

He's right. They are a very good place to look into. I just got my WS Ride 115 from there. Great service, support, and attitude.
by Winterborn
Thu Aug 06, 2015 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kayak options for a large person
Replies: 4
Views: 1196

Re: Kayak options for a large person

Follow up: I went with a Wilderness Systems Ride 115 series.

10.5 ' and 500lb capacity. It handles like a dream compared to my OK.
by Winterborn
Thu Aug 06, 2015 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Water Time
Replies: 1
Views: 671

Water Time

I'm looking for some folks who are doing some 1/2 day or day trips this weekend (8/8 or 8/9).

Specifically trips that are doable by a novice with a SOT.

Regards,
Brian
by Winterborn
Thu Aug 06, 2015 6:28 pm
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: First Timer
Replies: 9
Views: 3410

Re: First Timer

Tex, you might like to go to the event up in Siloam Springs on 8/15 ...

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by Winterborn
Thu Aug 06, 2015 6:20 pm
Forum: Gear Review
Topic: Dry Suit option
Replies: 5
Views: 8525

Re: Dry Suit option

For those who are larger, take a look at O.S. Systems. I've spoken with several folks across the country I know and they all give very good reviews. I'm in the process of buying mine before fall. Some manufacturers do minor customizations such as arm, leg, and sometimes torso. These can be fully cus...
by Winterborn
Sun Aug 02, 2015 1:23 pm
Forum: For Sale & Gear Swap
Topic: Looking for a good Kayak
Replies: 15
Views: 3416

Re: Looking for a good Kayak

I'd also look into a nice Wilderness Systems Ride115XMax. (didn't get the command module as I don't use fish finders and such. I just bought one Saturday and at 10.5' it is extremely stable and very maneuverable.
by Winterborn
Sun Aug 02, 2015 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Learning "tips and Tricks" for using Sit-On-Tops
Replies: 9
Views: 2314

Re: Learning "Best Practices" for using Sit-On-Tops

TwinDad, I can see what you mean (with some help from my wife), (I come from a very intensive IT and Programming background and I always use the term "Best Practices" when referring to "how things should be done". I'm also a bit of a geek. She explained that in some things, like ...
by Winterborn
Sun Jul 19, 2015 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2015 SurfnTurf, July 25, Rockport Ledge/Porterfields
Replies: 16
Views: 3707

Re: 2015 SurfnTurf, July 25, Rockport Ledge/Porterfields

Good Morning,

I've not been on this river. Is it safe for a novice using a SOT ?

Regards,
Brian
by Winterborn
Sat Jul 18, 2015 11:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Learning "tips and Tricks" for using Sit-On-Tops
Replies: 9
Views: 2314

Re: Learning "Best Practices" for using Sit-On-Tops

Hi All, Thanks for the great advice, thoughts, and invitations. I will be looking into the gatherings. My current baby is a OK Prowler 13t. I had the opportunity to try a Wilderness Ride 115X and I am in the process of selling my "old and faithful" to buy that variant. The weight capacity,...
by Winterborn
Sat Jul 18, 2015 11:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kayak options for a large person
Replies: 4
Views: 1196

Re: Kayak options for a large person

Hi Riverrummer, Thanks for the advice! Regarding "Hopefully in all that babble above, you found something useful :)" I did indeed. Regarding Sit-In. Being very tall, rather fluffy (okay fat..call a spade a spade), and a little claustrophobic, the sit-on-top variant accommodates me well. I ...
by Winterborn
Sat Jul 11, 2015 9:36 am
Forum: Recreational/Touring
Topic: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice
Replies: 11
Views: 4436

Re: 71 yr. old Solo needs advice

This is a very good topic, and is applicable to those of us who are larger as we tend to have some of the same mobility issues. Thanks for the question and follow-ups!