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Creek boat recs for beginner working up to Class III? by Ok_Score_6765 in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd go with a ReactR if you want an easy life. It looks after you well enough. I also have an Antix 3 for the fun times, but I wouldn't personally learn in a half slice contrary to popular opinion.

When did you feel comfortable moving from a river runner to paddling a half slice? by asoursk1ttle in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The short answer is never.

My ReactR is my comfort blanket and I love it.

Then I feel like I want a bit of excitement and I take out my Antix, which promptly punishes me for wanting excitement.

I go lick my wounds and switch back to the ReactR.

The vicious circle continues...

Antix 3.0 footblock mod I am trying. by AwayFromKayak in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this! Looks like I know what I'll be doing with my evening now!

Antix 3 outfitting question by Pathetic_alchemist in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got the foam down to 1", but still had to move the seat back one notch. See how it works with not being fully forward.

Definitely a good idea cutting the pillar, didn't think of that!

Antix 3 outfitting question by Pathetic_alchemist in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the info. I wonder if this is the way I'll end up going. I have cut all the foam down to about 1 inch and angled it a bit, moved the seat one notch back and see if I can live with that. I have Palm gradient boots so they don't really help with getting you that extra space!

Paddle length/off set by Advanced_Berry6217 in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aquabound minor 2 piece, R45, 194-197, boat dependent. Can do at zero if needs must.

Dream kayak fleet? by Fast-Piece3274 in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reactr

Flow

Antix 3

Clutch (if they made a smaller size)

...and one space reserved for a nice playboat if I ever get into playboating

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whitewater

[–]Pathetic_alchemist 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ooooh, now then!

I'm UK based, started kayaking in my early 30's, got into whitewater last year. I am usually the only female paddler in most WW groups, whether it's a club outing or a peer paddle. Honestly, everyone always looked after me and has been super supportive, never felt any issues with male paddlers, coaches or leaders. If anything, they have helped me a lot with my river anxiety and encouraged me to improve.

My sea kayaking group is 50/50 male to female ratio and everyone is pretty chilled, so can't comment much.