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Larsh at 13:43, 25 June 2019

2019-06-25T13:43:34Z

Ianh: Make the obvious more obvious

2013-08-02T16:55:33Z

Make the obvious more obvious

Rbannocks at 07:50, 14 October 2012

2012-10-14T07:50:51Z

Ianh: Split location off from contact

2011-05-03T13:07:57Z

Split location off from contact

Ianh: Add links

2010-09-03T19:04:42Z

Add links

Ianh: Tweak

2010-05-27T11:27:49Z

Tweak

Ianh: Tweak

2010-04-28T23:43:45Z

Tweak

Ianh: There is no definition of correct

2010-01-04T14:18:53Z

There is no definition of correct

Ianh: Tidy

2010-01-04T14:16:30Z

Tidy

Ianh: Be explicit about what we do not provide

2010-01-02T13:42:10Z

Be explicit about what we do not provide

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 * T-shirt, thermal top, sweatshirt, tracksuit top
 *: In cold conditions, several thin layers are better than one thick layer.
-*: '''Avoid cotton'''.
+*: '''Avoid cotton - this soaks up water and takes a long time to dry so you would get cold'''.
 * Pair of old trainers, deck shoes, plimsolls, beach shoes or wetsuit boots (your feet will get wet)
@@ Line 18: / Line 18: @@
 *: '''No bare feet'''.
 *: '''No flip flops or wellington boots'''.
 * Hat
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 * '''If you wear glasses'''
-*: You will need something to keep them secure.
+*: You will need something to keep them secure - like a strap or elasticated band.
 *: Sports shops generally sell various bands and cords.

@@ Line 1: / Line 1: @@
 It is important that you wear suitable clothing when you come paddling.
-What you wear should not saturate with water if you fall in. Nylon garments such as fleeces and modern sports shirts are much better than cotton. Woolly jumpers are definitely out.
+What you wear should not saturate with water when you fall in. Nylon garments such as fleeces and modern sports shirts are much better than cotton. Woolly jumpers are definitely out. If in doubt, wear too much rather than too little - this is a water sport so it is always easy to cool down!
 If you do not have gear designed for canoeing we recommend the following:
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 * 20p piece
-*: Lockers are available - these take a 20p piece.
+*: Lockers are available - these take a 20p piece (and do not give it back).
 * '''If you wear glasses'''
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 *: Hot showers are available.
-The club will provide:
+* Bag
 * Boat
 * Paddle
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 * Spray deck (after suitable training)
-Please note that the club does not provide:
+=== The club does not provide ===
 * Wetsuits
 * Shoes or wetsuit boots

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 *: Lockers are available - these take a 20p piece.
-* If you wear glasses
+* '''If you wear glasses'''
 *: You will need something to keep them secure.
 *: Sports shops generally sell various bands and cords.

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 == More ==
-* [[Contact|Where we are]] - for our address, a map, directions and contact information.
+* [[Contact|Contacting us]] - if there are any questions
 * [[Who We Are]] - for details of the club structure and committee members.
 * [[What We Do]] - for details of our activities.

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 *: '''Avoid cotton'''.
-* Pair of old trainers, plimsolls, beach shoes or wetsuit boots (your feet will get wet)
+* Pair of old trainers, deck shoes, plimsolls, beach shoes or wetsuit boots (your feet will get wet)
 *: Shoes without laces are preferable. If you must wear shoes with laces then be sure to keep the laces short to avoid them snagging on the foot pegs in the kayaks.
 *: '''No flip flops or wellington boots'''.
 *: '''No bare feet'''.
 * Hat
-*: You may want to wear a hat of some sort.
+*: In winter, you may want to wear a warm hat of some sort.
 *: '''Best not to bring your favourite one'''.
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 * Wetsuits
 * Shoes or wetsuit boots

← Older revision		Revision as of 23:43, 28 April 2010
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	* Spray deck		* Spray deck

−	Please note that the club does not provide ~~wetsuits~~ or ~~shoes/~~boots.	+	Please note that the club does not provide:
		+	* Wetsuits
		+	* Shoes or wetsuit boots

← Older revision		Revision as of 14:18, 4 January 2010
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−	It is important that you wear ~~the correct~~ clothing when you come paddling. What you wear should not saturate with water if you fall in. Nylon garments such as fleeces and modern sports shirts are much better than cotton. Woolly jumpers are definitely out.	+	It is important that you wear suitable clothing when you come paddling.
		+
		+	What you wear should not saturate with water if you fall in. Nylon garments such as fleeces and modern sports shirts are much better than cotton. Woolly jumpers are definitely out.

	If you do not have gear designed for canoeing we recommend the following:		If you do not have gear designed for canoeing we recommend the following:

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 * Tracksuit bottoms, leggings or shorts
 *: In winter you may want to have two layers.
-*:Alternatively, a wetsuit will be appropriate as long as it does not restrict your arm movement. Wetsuits designed for surfing or general water sports are usually less restrictive than those designed for scuba diving.
+*: A wetsuit would be appropriate as long as it is not too restrictive. Wetsuits designed for surfing or general water sports are usually less restrictive than those designed for scuba diving.
 *: '''No jeans'''.
-* T-shirt, sweatshirt, thermal top
+* T-shirt, thermal top, sweatshirt, tracksuit top
 *: In cold conditions, several thin layers are better than one thick layer.
-*: '''Avoid cotton if possible'''.
+*: '''Avoid cotton'''.
-* Pair of old trainers, plimsolls or wetsuit boots (your feet will get wet)
+* Pair of old trainers, plimsolls, beach shoes or wetsuit boots (your feet will get wet)
-*: Shoes without laces are preferable. If you must wear shoes with laces then be sure to keep the laces short to avoid them snagging on foot pegs in the canoes.
+*: Shoes without laces are preferable. If you must wear shoes with laces then be sure to keep the laces short to avoid them snagging on the foot pegs in the kayaks.
-*: '''No flip flops or wellington boots and no bare feet'''.
+*: '''No flip flops or wellington boots'''.
 * Hat
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 * Spray deck
-Please note that the club does not provide:
+Please note that the club does not provide wetsuits or shoes/boots.