What do you mean?

That's right. 🤩

About 7-8km/h.

@ pretty fast for an inflatable!

@@joelelias2556, over the last few years, inflatable kayaks have improved greatly, especially in terms of design and performance. Have a look and search for Gumotex Aurion on Google. You'll see the newest boat this brand is working on - it will for sure be a fast one.

@@LetsGoPaddling will do!

This was a short evening back and forth trip between the 2 last locks on Thames. I think it was less than an hour. I finished a job in Cirencester and still had to drive back home to West Sussex.

Thanks Gareth. This tour is quite a good one except for the fact how dirty that canal is. You also have an option to do Regent's Canal but for that I suggest you check a video @StevieWyatt made - he finishes his trip where I started mine. You can also continue past Hayes, and that would get you to Uxbridge (with 1 portage in Cowley).

@ thanks, I guess it is inevitable that a Canal in London will have a lot of debris and rubbish. I will check out Steve’s video about the Regents canal.

I've been there once and I think once is enough. 🤣

If I'm correct, the thickness of PVC in x500 should be 0,9mm.

@LetsGoPaddling ty for information Another question Can i using glue PVC to patches leak hole Is it good ?

@@baohung1094, it depends on the size of damaged area. If it's a small pin hole, you should be fine with liquid PVC (like Stormsure for example), other than that, PVC glue and a PVC patch should do the job.

@@paulcarter8215 Hi Paul, I'm so happy to hear you like how Rush performs. It became my main kayak and I now claim with full confidence it's the best inflatable out there. For the cockpit cover try this if you haven't already: first attach front and rear, then work your way on each side. It requires some force when you're attaching the second side but it's always been fine for me. Make sure spreader bars are in their correct spots (they're marked A-B for front/rear and L-R for left/right). Front/rear and then sides has been the easiest way for me. Please, let me know if it works for you. 👍

Good job, thanks Tom. A combination of having A&B the wrong way round and not trying hard enough!!

You need to ask Decathlon, not me. 😉

I've never told them what I'd like their higher performing kayak to be like but they guessed it almost completely, even in terms of this combination of yellow and black. I only didn't expect the DS detail to run all the way along the side chambers (I was imagining a design closer to Nortik Argo in terms of shape - so, longer details than in Rush2 but not going all the way through), and I was betting for length of 427cm - this is 14 feet, which is a very popular touring kayak length in the hardshell world. BTW, when Seashine was released in April 2024, Gumotex's product manager told me "In the summer we will start developing a new touring kayak with a V-entry hull, a new Framura". I promised to keep it secret. 😅

One of my first attempts a year before this overview: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJTSaGdoi8t_js0 Make sure you also listen to the intro and outro... 😉 and... I'm not a boss, just a lone kayaker... 🙃

I have 3 pumps in total: both black manual ones from Decathlon (the 10 and 20psi, I used the 20psi in this video) and an Airbank Puffer Pro. Both Decathlon pumps do well when used with Gumotex's adaptor, while the Airbank is compact and very efficient. It can inflate my Rush1 5 times and still has charge left but the drawback is I can't inflate the seat and the footrest with it.

@@LetsGoPaddling Thanks for the quick reply. Was worried about using a high PSI pump with it since it's 3PSI max. The Airbank looks interesting. Why can't you use it for the seat/footrest?

@@SuperFunHappyLies All current Gumotex boats except for Seashine have screw valves on their inflatable accessories. It's tricky to inflate them with a manual pump, it's even harder with an electric one.

@@LetsGoPaddling Oh yeah, haven't used it in so long I'd forgotten about them. I've managed to get one of the Decathlon 20 PSI pumps from my local Argos to pick up tomorrow. Thanks for your help.

These were my beginnings with it. I committed to it seriously this year and learnt to use it properly in no time.

No because I know what kind of craft I deal with. It just has to be soft. Higher grade kayaks or kayaks with DS hulls will naturally feel more rigid. This is something you'll come to be aware of once you've dealt with many different brands and models. 😉

Hiya Steppe, Gumotex Seashine has been available since April 2024. It can be bought at any kayak store that also sells Gumotex boats. As the brand is very popular in Germany, you shouldn't have a problem finding it.

@@LetsGoPaddling its because of the Prototyp, there are a few little diffrencees. Gru steppe

@@steppe21 There are only 2 differences between this prototype and retail model: the front zip is gone and one of the drain/rudder holes at the rear is gone too. Everything else is exactly the same. And if you mean buying this particular one I used in the video, this prototype was loaned to me - I returned it to Gumotex immediately after testing back in December. 😉

@@LetsGoPaddling oK THANKS

Trade secret! 🤫 I also regrew it by the 8th minute... 🤣😂🤣

I've had 3 of them and although it performs really great, it's not durable enough to get my recommendation at present (when I was recording this, I certainly would recommend it). Right now, at the time of writing this reply, I've been loaned an x500 v3 directly from Itiwit for a long term test. I will see if things have improved. Otherwise, I'd suggest to either go for a Gumotex Rush 1 (slightly lower performance but top durability - it's my main kayak now) or, if you want to stay with Itiwit, maybe it's a good idea to wait for an upcoming x900 kayak. It should be released at some point next year.

Hiya, There was a time when I used wing paddles exclusively. I have 3 in total: Epic Small Mid Wing and 2x Brača VII 725 (one of them in Poland). The first one was Epic and it was chosen after a long and thorough research to match my paddling aspirations. I originally wanted to paddle for fitness to get healthier and stronger. For fast and energetic paddling forward, wing paddles are the best. They're not really designed for maneuvering, what I show in these overviews is not easy to do with them. If you're considering a wing paddle for training/fitness and trips that wouldn't involve too much maneuvering, I say "Go ahead and grab one!". A very important thing to remember - you need to commit to sprint technique. Otherwise, they will destroy your shoulders in the long run. I hope this helps you decide. In case you have any more questions, please, don't hesitate to ask. If I know the answer, I'll for sure share my experience. 👍

@@LetsGoPaddling Hi, Thank you for your help!! I have another questions… I’m 1.86 cm tall and usually I use kayak with widht like yours, which lenght do you suggest? I saw that all your Paddles have a surface area about 720cm^2, how do you get on with this size? Here in italy is difficult to find braca Paddles and they are too expensive for the first wing paddle, can you tell me how do you feel with epic paddle? How are wing Paddles with a large gumotex? I’ve the gumotex seawave. Thanks again for your advice Have a nice day

Epic has a much softer catch and it is more forgiving so it was a great starter paddle for me. It is very similar to Brača IV in terms of shape. I originally wanted a Brača IV but after speaking with Ivan Lawler (he is the only distributor of these 2 brands in the UK), he advised to go for an Epic instead. My Brača VII is 725cm2, while Epic Small Mid Wing (the smallest possible) is 735cm2. I am only 162cm tall and was very weak when I started kayaking. I took larger blades intentionally - I wanted to build my strength over time to be able to use them properly. Now I have enough core strength to move them through the water with correct motion, just not with a high, athletic cadence - I'm not an athlete and will probably never be. It will be very difficult to suggest a correct paddle length. It is always an individual thing and there are so many variables - the boat's beam width, your height, the height of your seat, your technique, and probably a few more... It will definitely have to be longer than the range I use (210-215cm), and with Seawave, it might be similar to what I've shown in this vid, perhaps anywhere between 220cm and 230cm. Have a look at Epic's Paddle Wizard, it might give you some more insight: www.epickayaks.com/paddle-wizard

Why? I didn't do anything. 😅😅😅

@@LetsGoPaddling It was the loch ness joke.

Oh, that one... I forgot to take it out, it's still sitting in that hatch...

Greenland paddles were originally used by Inuit paddlers, mainly for hunting. Euro paddles derived from them. The stroke is longer and less aggressive so it impacts the body less. If used correctly (canted blade technique), it can be much more efficient for long distance touring. They are mainly paddled at low to mid angle. Speed-wise it sits between Euro and wing paddles (again, if used correctly). Blade area is comparable to regular paddles but it's spread out so it's important to dip as much of the blade as possible during a stroke. It's very quiet on the water - that helped Inuit when hunting. It is also buoyant so it is unmatched for maneuvering as well as rolling. I can't roll yet but I'm going to learn it sooner or later. I strongly suggest you have a look at Dancing With The Sea channel (youtube.com/@DancingWithTheSea). Paolo advertises his trainings over there but his videos gave me enough knowledge to get started.

@@LetsGoPaddling Damn, sounds interesting, thank you! Gotta try those out! :D

Highly recommended. 👍

Or when they just keep pumping until it's properly "firm". They end up with 2-3 psi and then it's only a matter of time... so many times I see these valve casings pushed out or the black parts on the sides expanded beyond comprehension. Facebook Marketplace is full of them too.

I didn't get an opportunity to try the Seawave but when I look at Seashine, I can say the future looks bright, especially considering the v-entry hull. I keep my fingers crossed that Gumotex will design a high performance touring single model that will be narrower than Seashine.

Thanks Vince. That's exactly what this video is aimed for. I hope it makes your day at work easier and/or less stressful. I'd love to have a whole channel like this. Unfortunately, this type of video is mostly misunderstood and so, not only average view duration gets a serious hit but it also accumulates dislikes or even gets some people to "abandon ship". I'm testing it, and I have one more to publish very soon. Just need to make a thumbnail for it and add descriptions. 😉

When the kayak is deflated, it's very easy to just peek inside through these zips and wipe everything with a cloth. Then leave it in the sun for 10 minutes so that the top of the deck can dry, that's it.

Thank you. I've just come back from Norwich. I've been upgrading network at Notre Dame High School. Coming back on the 2nd September to finish my work. 😉

Because it's easier and cheaper to make an open-decked inflatable kayak. These days, most "brands" take the lazy approach and follow original designs by SeaEagle 393RL or Advanced Elemenets Airvolution. Even Intex kayaks are copied. Gumotex is one of these unique brands that not only make their boats in-house (in Breclaw, Czech Republic) but also their boat skin (Nitrilon, which is rubber, not PVC) they make themselves. Apply this to their own unique designs and you get a kayak like this. I also like sit inside kayaks and I wait with a lot of hope to one day see/own a proper high performance solo touring kayak from Gumotex. Fingers crossed. 😁🤞

@@LetsGoPaddling Wish they were cheaper, lol. The price inflation since the cooties is nuts

@@lordz00, same here but nothing we can do about it unfortunately. From time to time they run cool discount actions. It's worth checking their Czech site - sometimes these actions spread out to the whole of Europe.

Moje standardowe... 😅 trzeba drałować jak chce się zrobić dystans, a Tamiza ma ledwo wyczuwalny nurt, jest prawie jak stojąca woda. 🤣😂🤣

Witam, Wszystko zależy od Pana doświadczenia. AM Tomahawk jest dość niestabilnym kajakiem i występuje tylko w wersji otwartej, bez kokpitu. Są jedynki, dwójki i kanadyjka AirC. Framura jest (na dzień dzisiejszy) bardzo starym designem i powinna w przeciągu najbliższych lat doczekać się odnowionej wersji (tak jak Solar i Thaya lub Seawave i Seashine). Nic pewnego jednak. Ja na Framurę jestem za mały, sprawia mi trochę trudności przy wiosłowaniu technicznym. Rush natomiast jest moim głównym kajakiem. Został nim po wielokrotnych zwrotach x500, który mimo super parametrów i osiągów na wodzie, nie dorównuje jakością wykonania Gumotexom. Rush jest jednak drogi, a kokpit trzeba dokupić osobno. Jednak parując go z efektywnym wiosłem grenlandzkim i techniką pochylonego pióra (tradycyjna technika grenlandzka), Rush będzie sprawować się najlepiej ze wszystkich kajaków jakie kiedykolwiek sprawdzałem. Obecna wersja Rusha jest trochę zmodyfikowana na dziobie i rufie oraz ma porządne pompowane siedzisko. Jest też oczywiście Rush2, który jest większy. Można nim wiosłować solo i dokupić kokpit jedynkę. W takiej konfiguracji zmieści się więcej bagażu jeśli planuje Pan dłuższe wyprawy. Jednak Rush2 to już potężny wydatek, decyzja na wiele lat (idealnie byłoby móc przetestować go przed podjęciem decyzji). Pozdrawiam z UK, Tom

@@LetsGoPaddling Serdecznie dziękuję .

Paweł, jak wspominałem wcześniej, Framura doczeka się następcy. Gumotex zaprezentował prototyp swojego nowego modelu Aurion na wystawie w Strasbourgu. Kadłub drop stitch V-kształtny, wypłaszczający się ku rufie (jak w Seashine), hybrydowe burty (część w drop stitch, część klasyczna tuba), wodoszczelne zamki na kokpicie. Kolor żółty, z czarno-żółtym na stałe zamocowanym kokpitem. Powinien być dostępny w drugiej połowie 2025. Mam dostać jedną sztukę na testy "za kulisami".

Thanks. I want to check if this new format attracts any attention so I have a couple more coming quite soon. This is pretty much a "live or die" experiment. Let's see...

Sorry to hear you haven't enjoyed this video. Overall, my channel proved to be a complete failure and I've already stopped making content. But I'm taking your remark away in case I decided to make something new in the future. Thank you. 👍

@@LetsGoPaddling Very sorry, it was just the beat of the "music". Your video ist great!!!

@@LetsGoPaddling Hey, at least the videos you made are here to stay and people who look for reviews are getting great content!

She's up and running. Holy crap this is working. Thank you!!!