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Thanks, I really debated posting this. However I think it's important to share. Not always the days we expect but these things do happen and they can happen really fast.

​@@gordmccoll5009so true. Thanks for sharing it.

@@jannik19191 yeah definitely a hazard if covered. There is a feature down stream of the falls that has a big undercut in play at lower levels

The ReactR or the Indra?

@@Christgoldberg The ReactR yes it performed much better for me after the seat was moved all the way forward. What's most important is how it sits in the water, You don't want your stern sitting low in the water. . The seat is super easy to adjust to find this.

@@gordmccoll5009 yeah, sorry I was talking about the reactr. Good to know, appreciate the quick response. Loved you GC series!! Keep up the great work.

Ooooh yeah 👍👍👍

Absolutely 💯 I agree

@@bobcosterton6430 excellent 😊😊enjoy

@@SUPBradfish oh geeez

So stoked

Thanks

@@stalak The Sho-gun is a good blade and because it's not a tear drop shape you are going to find it grabs more from different angles. The Galasport Manic is geared towards slalom. The paddle provides the most power when it's in a vertical position. I think in a whitewater environment (not a slalom course) we don't always have the opportunity to get those perfect vertical strokes so I prefer a blade that can give power from multiple positions. This may be very different if you come from a slalom background but many of us don't haha. The foam core is very nice to have as I find it naturally wants to float to the surface setting you up for your roll, especially in boily chaotic water.

@@gordmccoll5009 thats all I needed. Will be testing shogun over the weekend and probably will try to get the same. Thx

But probalby will have to stick to straight shaft, as bent is outside budget

@@stalak My friend Brian owns the Sho-gun and really likes it. I've tried it out and liked it too. Found it has good catch and rolling felt really good with it. Let me know what you think.

@@stalak I am preferring the straight shaft these days. It gives you more flexibility where your hands can go and allows you to tighten your paddlers box

Had to read this a few times. What is an average Alberta creek/river? They aren't all the same. Also what skill level are we talking about for the paddler?

@@chmith27 different boats will give you different experiences. I would feel safer pushing my abilities in the Indra vs. the ninja because of its stability. If I am running all the normal rivers I do that I know well it would depend. Different boats equal different experiences. The ninja is going to be more playful yet is also capable. You might find the ninja can do the harder stuff but also be fun on class 3. The Indra is going to be less fun on the class 3 because it's geared towards more difficult rivers.

@@brentwade9346 great boat, they all have plus and minuses

@@gordmccoll5009 Mine is much better with rolling since shifting the seat back a little and putting the seat shim in.

You are not alone with this I've had a few friends find the same thing. I know the Steeze can be difficult to roll as well. I've had the Indra and Steeze side by side and they are very similar. I really focus on my knee drive more in this boat than others when rolling. Definitely something paddlers should be aware of when choosing this boat. I have seen paddlers have no issue with it too. Probably different for each person's style.

@@jimkennedy2339 I could probably do something with playboats 🤔🤔🤔

I found my legs were almost splayed out and straight at the same time with original thigh braces. But I have had people feel the same and then others not mind it at all. I am glad you were able to make this boat work for you because its such a great design.

@@MrOceanmind it's a great boat

It took me 2 days but I've been paddling for 25 years and can adapt quite quickly to different boats. It was super interesting and so different compared to other boats.

@@gordmccoll5009 Have you paddled an Alpacka Valkeryie? I am thinking the ReactR might be a good choice for me, as the style of paddling will be a little more similar than going back and forth to something with harder edges. Also considering a Ninja and a Flow. It's wild to hear how different it feels to experienced paddlers. I hope you can post more content about it.

@@robinlevick7246 I am not familiar with the Alpacka Valkary. When I searched a pack raft came up. If that's the case I'd have a hard time comparing. Let me Know if I can help you more in finding a boat for your style.

@@gordmccoll5009 yes, it's the packraft that is most like a kayak. It has a dropped floor which allows for secondary stability. It's definitely not a hardshell, but it's very capable.

Where did you end up running the seat in the Reactr?

@@alexlax08ify There are lots of options. I highly recommend you check out paddlingmaps.com. There are lots of options within 2 hours of Calgary. Mid june is going to be your best bet for the best water. Elbow, Pipestone, upper sheep, Highwood, upper bow, cataract, Mistaya, kicking horse are on paddling maps. Also Calgary has a whitewater park called Harvies Passage. The Kanankakis is a class 2/3 that is full of play and flows all year round.

Thanks Buddy

@@michaelcarter3149 hopefully you can get your hands on one eventually

@@bfosterkayaking thanks 😊

Me too let's find out soon shall we haha

I do a breakdown in the next episode

Just for you I'll release it today 👍👍👍

If you have any more questions about either boat I'll help you out ☺️

The pipeline and canyon Section near Mount Robson.

I have an end of season review coming out on the ninja and I'll be comparing it to the other quarter slices I've paddled

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

Sweet 👍👍👍

@@paulclarke8339 thanks buddy 😁

@@brentwade9346 one of these days

@@jennasharp1048 hey 👋👋👋 2 batteries were nice. Keeping things charged can be a challenge. Solar panels can do all right but they weren't great. In hind sight I would bring 2 or 3 pre charged battery banks or 1 really big one.

I use power director for all my editing

@@brentwade9346 gracias ❤️❤️❤️

Thanks my friend 😀

Thanks and it Was SOOOOO GOOD

I would not recommend this until you've had adequate class 3 river skills and whitewater training.