I’m attempting – when data connections allow – to upload videos on my trip. Here are a few so far. Please subscribe to my Youtube channel! These is from the ‘preparation‘ post
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Progress map glitch (fixed!)
The map is working again now! If you’ve been following progress, you’ll have realised there’s currently a problem with the map on the progress map page. (He’s not stuck in the Gower! 29 May he’s near St Davids) We’re investigating and trying to fix this, but for now go to Colin’s direct SPOT DEVICE tracker […]
Retired firefighter takes on epic kayak challenge for charity This week, a retired Bath firefighter has embarked on a 700-mile solo sea kayak adventure, all in aid of charities close to his heart. Colin Wood, who recently retired from Bath Blue Watch, left Plymouth on 13 May for an estimated two months of sea kayaking […]
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Equipment List
Sea P&H Scorpio HV MKII scudder Werner Corryvreckan cranked paddles Shuna straight back up paddles Playboater Deck Kokatat Odyssey dry suit Kokatat Hustle r PFD Peak Combo dry top Spot Gen 4 Icom VHF Garmin 76 GPS Flat Earth Kayak Sail GoPro 8 Land Trangia, Storm Kettle Terra Nova Laser competition tent
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Wellbeing. What’s the big deal?
WELLBEING. Whats the big deal? This section may not be for everyone. I have included a few details that might be upsetting. But It is to reach out to blue light responders people who might be experiencing wellbeing problems The trip is a challenge I set myself during an episode of poor wellbeing. The medical […]
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Peoples Fundraising page now live
My Peoples Fundraising page is now live and active – please visit peoplesfundraising.com/donation/bigbluekayak to make a donation. I’m supporting these charities because they have been two parts to my working life, the Fire service and Marine conservation, particularly marine mammals. I have chosen charities to support that reflect this. Update. Given the recent invasion of […]
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Overcoming obstacles
I first planned this trip for a start in May 2020 . Leading up to it my fitness was on track and my logistic arrangements and sponsorship had gone well. Most of my kit had been pledged. Then the problems started. A mole which I had checked the summer before looked bigger. I was at […]
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Trip details (for the Kayakers)
This trip has been a lot of effort to plan and put together. What makes me think I can do it? My skill set (I will find you) is based on the following: My paddling CV. Originally it was white water. I was a reasonable grade 4 paddler and have done a few rivers you […]
As I go around the coast I am hoping to encounter some fantastic wildlife. This I will try to document and share with sightings updates. It always amazes me when I tell people about the sightings I have made in British waters. The usual response is “we have whales and dolphins here? I always thought […]
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Preparation – how much?
It has been debatable – how much preparation should I do spending weeks on small warm up trips. Testing all the kit, completing a shake down of techniques and skills. The trouble is you can over train, stress your body and get knackered. Worse, get fed up with the small tent and lack of food […]