Friday 12 June 2015

Adult Summer Courses


Keen to Kayak?


Keen to discover the hidden gems of the River & Lough Corrib? - Ireland’s largest lake on our doorstep!
Book now for Kayakmór’s adult and junior (ages 11-17) summer kayaking courses. 

Learn the kayaking basics, safety and weather awareness from our experienced qualified instructors who will guide you in stable and comfortable Sea kayaks on tailored tours of River and Lough Corrib.  

On successful completion of the course you will receive a Level 1 Canoeing Ireland skills certificate. Level 2-3 course for improvers/proficient paddlers are also available.

All kayaking equipment is provided free of charge.

If you don’t fancy a course then join us for a relaxing half day tour on River/Lough Corrib, or check out the hot new fleet of surf skis. 

These are fast open (sit on top) kayaks which are used to catch waves, also great craft to develop paddling fitness. Through the summer we are offering adult come and try surf ski events.  

We also sell a wide range of kayaks & paddles and are happy to advise on buying a kayak, paddles etc.. 

For further details on courses, pricing and booking please see our web site www.kayakmor.ie or contact us at info@kayakmor.ie 087 7565578

Wednesday 3 June 2015

Keen to Kayak? -Youth Kayak Courses with Kayakmór

Keen to Kayak?

Youth Kayak Courses with Kayakmór. Suitable for all levels and abilities


This year Kayakmor are offering Youth Kayaking Courses for the city of Galway.

We will be using sea kayaks which will allow our groups to cover longer distances and explore the wonderful upper reaches of River Corrib and Lough Corrib.

Our course is designed with safety and fun in mind. The skills we will be covering during the week will be; safety on and off the water,  importance of buoyancy aids & dressing for the conditions, basic kayak strokes, capsizing, rescues and weather awareness.

On completion of this course paddlers will be presented with a Level 1 Kayaking Skills certificate (additional €5 for certificate)

5 half days Monday to Friday 10am - 1pm
Courses starting 8th June and will run Monday to Friday throughout the summer*

Cost: €130 per person
Location: Menlo Pier, near Menlo National School. (10min from centre of Galway)

All Kayaking equipment provided

Please book online at kayakmor.ie

For further details please contact Jim at 087 7565578

All courses are subject to weather conditions and sufficient bookings*

What to Bring

Towel
Change of Clothes
Wet suit shoes/booties or old trainers
Swimming Togs or shorts
Fleece
Please bring you own wet suit, if not shorts and a Fleece will be sufficient.

Monday 27 April 2015

Galway Bay Sea Kayak Race 2015


When: Sunday 17th May 2015
Where: Galway Ocean Sports Club, Harbour Enterprise Park, Galway 

Registration from 12:30hrs
Race Start Time: Circa 14:00hrs 



Race Courses (Laps):
Novice course (approx. 2-3km) classes for singles & doubles
Standard course (8- 10km), expedition sea kayak/touring classes (Separate Male & Female single classes, & Open Double class) suitable for paddlers with reasonable experience of Lv. 2-3 standard 
Long Course (14km) Unlimited Racing Class for single Surf ski, Ocean Ski, & Racing sea kayaks (Separate Male & Female single classes, & Open Double class)


Race Entry Fee: €20 per adult, €10 per child (includes race T-shirt for all competitors)

Kayak rental : Single & Double kayaks available for hire, Rate €25 for single, €35 for double
 
Please contact Jim at 087 7565578,

Sunday 29 March 2015

Kayakmór Easter Newsletter

Kayakmór

Time to dust off the winter cobwebs, join us for a kayak tour this Easter.
We are taking tours and running courses over the Easter holidays, don't miss out! book here

Lough Corrib Kayak Tour 
Tour starting from Lisloughrey Pier, Cong
Friday 3rd April
Starting at 10:00-13:00
Cost €50 per person
Contact us to book 087 7565578
Everyone welcome
 
Forward Stroke Clinic
Sunday 19th April

This clinic will use a mix of land (including paddling machine) & water based coaching to gain immediate improvements for faster and more efficient paddling.
We will be focusing on use of the wing paddle but the technique applies to normal flats paddles as well.
Venue: Lough Corrib near Headford. Meet at Trading post/MACE garage 1 mile south of Headford on N84.
Cost €75
11:00HRS - 16:00HRS
Includes light lunch. boats & kayaking gear provided
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Few days free over the Easter Holidays join us for our Kayak training days
Level 1 & 2  Kayak Skills Course, perfect for the beginner 7th & 8th April
Kayakmor Surf Ski 
Our Brand new fleet of MAZU & SIPRE Surf Skis have just arrived from Portugal. We will be offering trips and surf ski courses starting shortly. Details are coming very soon.
KAYAK SHED CLEAR OUT
Elio Albatross MK. II (light use) Racing Sea Kayak (Carbon Kevlar construction)
Red 7 Spec surf ski (used) Fibreglass Lifesaving Spec ski fits 29-32” leg,
Archer Racing K1 Large (New) Fibreglass Vanquish II
Composite Double Sea Kayak – Kaskazi Duo. (New

Fenn Mako Millenium
 
Interested in viewing/try out? Send PM, or drop us a line at 087 7565578 or info@kayakmor.ie
I am up Dublin regularly. Please see our face book page for photo's

Wednesday 4 February 2015

Kayakmór Spring Newsletter 2015

Kayakmór Spring Newsletter 2015
Kayakmór 2015
Spring News

'look forward to seeing you afloat'
 
Kayaking for Cupids
Kick start your valentines night out with the perfect shared experience kayaking on picturesque Lough Corrib. Our tour will start at 10:30  on Sat. 14th and run for 3hrs. €45 per person. All equipment & light refreshments provided. Please contact us for booking and further information or see our web site www.kayakmor.ie

Is Galway the Warmest Spot in Ireland?
The ancient city proves easy to love and hard to leave
A nice little mention for Kayakmor in er....the Wall Street Journal! Delighted to host award-winning travel writer Daniel Scott on a changeable October day. Entering the city by water is a special trip. Always strikes you how rural the river banks and environment remains until you are within shouting distance of the city. Long may it remain...
 
NEW YEAR, KAYAK SHED CLEAR OUT
  • Elio Albatross MK. II (light use) Racing Sea Kayak (Carbon Kevlar construction) with pedal steering – in excellent condition. Very fast HP racing sea kayak with light touring capacity (Rear hatch), also exc...ellent fitness /adventure racing boat for the experienced paddler. Have raced Div 1 in this! 585cm x 43cm. €1600
  • Red 7 Spec surf ski (used) Fibreglass Lifesaving Spec ski fits 29-32” leg, (World champ Dawid Mocke’s old ski!) 580 x 48cm. Good training fitness ski that's good in surf! €650
  • Elio Dyno Polo Kayak (used) Elio’s top construction Carbon Kevlar/Vectran/foam/ Epoxy as used by many Div 1 paddlers. Very strong bow repair. Perfect boat for Div 1-3 leagues. €750
  • Archer Racing K1 Large (New) Fibreglass Vanquish II? copy – platform seat, suits up to 85kg), All Green colour, 520cm x 40cm, Understern rudder, €890
  • Composite Double Sea Kayak – Kaskazi Duo. (New), Fast – stable expedition double sea kayak/racing boat. Vinylester/Fglass, hatches. Retractable rudder. Pedal steering. 609 x 70cm, (20ft x 27.5”), Reduced from €2600 to €1990 for quick sale.
  • Fenn Mako Millenium, (used) Ocean Racing ski, Still one of the fastest skis out there. Has won many Irish sea races. White. Strong Fibreglass construction, fits 29-32” leg.. Used. €990
Interested in viewing/try out?
Send PM, or drop us a line at 087 7565578 or info@kayakmor.ie
I am up Dublin regularly.
Please see our face book page for photo's
 

Tuesday 3 February 2015

Paddle Stroke Clinic- Sunday 8th February 2015

Paddle Stroke Clinic

Sunday 8th February is our first in a series of  Paddle Stroke Clinics for 2015.

This clinic will use a mix of land (including paddling machine) & water based coaching to gain immediate improvements for faster and more efficient paddling.

We will be focusing on use of the wing paddle but the technique applies to normal flats paddles as well.

Venue: Lough Corrib near Headford. Meet at Trading post/MACE garage 1 mile south of Headford on N84.

Cost €75

11:00HRS - 16:00HRS

Includes light refreshments. boats & kayaking gear provided.

Sorry for short notice, its early in the season so weather is a big decider...and weather looks reasonable for Sunday.

Call us at 087 7565578 or send us a PM for enquiries or to book a place.

thx.
Jim