Fun video Austin. Look forward to more.

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

It was fun making it....thanks for watching!

Love all this local north carolina adventures. Going to try your wilmington trip in the future.

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

The state certainly has lots to offer in the outdoors arena. That Wilmington "loop" was a great little trip. I highly recommend Campbell Island if you're looking to camp. Thanks for watching!

This video was freakin Awesome!!! Great music too. The music fit the video. Nice kayak. Loved the old pictures. Well done. Crow✌️

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. It was definitely an experience. I picked the kayak out a while back and had to stalk Facebook Marketplace to get it...hoping to get some overnighter whitewater trips out of it. Thanks as always for watching!

Very nice! White water is unbelievably addictive. It's hard to go back to the flat afterward. Beware... Pete will talk you into alot of things 😂🤣

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

After that day, I knew I was hooked. Flat water still has a special place in my heart...the calm and serenity can't be replaced but the rush from whitewater can't be outdone. I'm beginning to learn Pete's persuasive nature:) Thanks for watching!

I am going to have to get up there and make a run with Pete and the River Kings someday. His whole crew seems like a blast to creek with

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

The folks are as good as they come...couldn't ask for better people to paddle with! Thanks for watching!

Liked your video you done a great job paddling

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks...getting out there definitely helped take care of some of the butterflies in my stomach. Thanks for watching!

Awesome video

@SideTrailAdventures

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

That is great. Looks like you had a blast, and now you are addicted.

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it was an awesome day...now I've got another hobby to throw money at 😎 Thanks for watching as always!

Look at you, Woooooooooooooo! Nothing like a River King adventure. Fast water can be addicting. You did great. I will have to watch Pete's video to hear the actual swimmer bell I guess. Appears you mastered the hard part of whitewater kayaking...getting out of the boat. Good times.

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Fast water IS addicting...just what I need, another hobby to spend money on. I can get out kayaks with the best of em I suppose...staying in is proving more challenging. Good times for sure...thanks for watching!

That looks like it was a blast! Nice camera setup. I did the same thing the first time I ditched it in my kayak - forgot to lean towards the rock. The water filled the kayak in a second and it got pinned between the rock and current. It was a challenge getting it out. Also I need to get me a helmet! I usually stay in calmer waters since I’m alone.

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

It was definitely an experience! I bet your water filled kayak felt like it weighed a few tons...glad you (and it) got out ok. Fast or slow moving water is still moving water and will get your attention when you least expect it. I like calm and fast water...something to be said for appreciating all of what mother nature has to offer. Thanks for watching!

You make me want to go outside!

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! That's the idea! It's not hot at all...enjoy the brisk NC weather.

I haven't done white water yet. I'm interested in it, but that means I need new equipment. Looks fun.

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah...my wife was none too thrilled when I started accumulating the requisite whitewater gear. All I can say is Facebook Marketplace is a great thing. There are folks out there selling their whole setup which could get you started if you're able to shell out the cash. Whitewater is certainly addicting....a completely different experience from flat water. Thanks for watching!

Don't tell Pedro I watched a short boat video- but you looked good out there- comfortable in that boat... Be careful when you hang with the River Kings- you never know what Pete will get you into!!

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Hah, your secret is safe with me...and anyone paying attention to these comments. Don't worry, I've got a few long boats in the fleet too. I grew up paddling canoes and only recently discovered the world of kayaks. Pete definitely has a persuasive personality...there's no telling what the future holds. Thanks for watching!

@deanharrell2014

3 жыл бұрын

RK Brian knows.

@iowamatt2519

3 жыл бұрын

Brian I watched too.

@riverkingbrian9264

3 жыл бұрын

Iowa Matt -Austin is rocking it!! But us Long Boat Boys have to stick together!! Have fun on the Namekagon this weekend!!!!

@iowamatt2519

3 жыл бұрын

@@riverkingbrian9264 Agreed, I'm taking the long boats to Wisconsin this weekend, I'll send pics

I really enjoyed this video, Austin! Pete and the guys are awesome. I'd be curious to know why you chose the Katana for a kayak. I found this video as part of my research as I move from a ducky up to whitewater. I really like the Katana since I enjoy multi-day trips, but my whitewater friends are trying to talk me into the Code or Mamba. Your thoughts would be welcome.

@SideTrailAdventures

2 жыл бұрын

I'll start by saying that I'm no expert but the reason I started with the Katana was for the versatility of taking it on multi-day whitewater trips. I told myself if I'm only going to get one whitewater boat, the Katana checks all my blocks. That being said, after paddling the Katana I understand that if you want more out of a whitewater experience, the Katana is not your boat. Because of that, I got a LL Flying Squirrel 95. It's a true whitewater boat but it doesn't have the versatility of the Katana. I might sell the Squirrel as I progress in whitewater, but I'll never sell the Katana. The Code and Mamba are great boats that are way more maneuverable than the Katana but can't hang on long trips and definitely can't compete on flat water with the Katana's skeg. At the end of the day, it just comes down to what you want to do on the water. Hope this helps and good luck in your search!

@bertsadventures9974

2 жыл бұрын

@@SideTrailAdventures you and I are thinking exactly the same! I don't plan to do bigger than class III water, which the Katana can more than handle. No plans to go creeking in skinny, rocky water either. So the Katana checks a lot of boxes for me when 90% of my trips are moving rivers with class I-II+ water.

Great video! I just purchased a Katana after searching for one for a long time. I was going to go with a Werner paddle as well. Which paddle did you decide on (is that a Rio?) and what length paddle did you pick up to use with the Katana? Would you pick a different length after using it?

@SideTrailAdventures

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, congrats on snagging a Katana! They're the best crossover boat in my opinion followed closely by the Karma Traverse. I got the Werner Rio but if I did it all over again, I'd get the Desperado as my starter paddle. Nothing screams "rookie" like bright yellow paddle blades😂 The Desperado is a slightly better paddle and fits in a little better on the river. As far as length, there are different opinions. For reference, I'm 6'2" and have a 200cm. I found the Werner page helpful wernerpaddles.com/pages/fit-guide. Thanks for watching!

Hey what a great video and I recently found Pete and the River King videos and want to get into it. I’m more along with your thinking as far as doing over night trips. So question 1. How much gear can you put in your kayak ( I guess how many overnight trips with the gear you can carry can you go on. Question 2. I’m 5’8” and 180 lbs. do you think the 9’7” would be better for me or with my size I would I could pick either size and do just fine? Thanks for any information and keep the videos a coming.

@SideTrailAdventures

Жыл бұрын

I'd say if you know you're going to be using it for camping, the 10.4 would be the better option so you've got extra capacity. As far as gear goes, you can fit a surprising amount in there, but it has to be packed with purpose. I've paddled a Native Ultimate and I could pack that thing like a pickup truck. The Katana and others like it can hold a lot if you pack smart. I was a backpacker first so most of my gear is already small and light so it translates well. Hope this answers your questions. Thanks for watching!

@LIVE4THEADVENTURE

Жыл бұрын

@@SideTrailAdventures hey thanks for the reply and yes it helped a lot. I’m stuck somewhere between “I want to camp as I kayak for 2 to 3 days “ to “ I want to go out for the day and have fun in a little bit of moving water “. Most of the rivers around me are going to be class 1and 2 with a few 3 but on a river close to me they are building a huge white water park that will go up to a class 4. I called a kayak shop close by and told them what I told you and he was leaning towards the Dagger Axis 10’ 5. Over the Katana. I think just the fact I would be doing 80% class 1&2. Have you tested the Axis or no someone that has and your opinion on it. Thank you for any information and thanks for the above reply.

@SideTrailAdventures

Жыл бұрын

@@LIVE4THEADVENTURE I haven't paddled the Axis personally but know those that do. It's very comfortable in Class I-II. The Katana can handle more serious whitewater so if that's not something you're interested in, the Axis may be a better option.

@LIVE4THEADVENTURE

Жыл бұрын

@@SideTrailAdventures thanks for the feedback and I’m leaning towards the Katana.

Wow! What a great adventure and video! The katana seems like a perfect all rounder and I'm thinking about buying one. I have a question, and would be super glad if you could answer: Im 6'4" with rather long legs. Do you think I'd be able to fit in a 10.4 katana?

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'2" and fit without issue. I'd say if you move the seat all the way back and foot pegs all the way forward, you'd probably be set. The hard part is finding a Katana 10.4....seems like finding a unicorn now adays but they're great boats! Thanks for watching!

@ShivSilverhawk

3 жыл бұрын

@@SideTrailAdventures thanks a lot for your answer! It helps a lot:) Here in England they are not that hard to find, fortunately. Worst case scenario, I would need to wait for a few weeks if I ordered one;)

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@ShivSilverhawk right on! Good luck!

I have some family property near this river and am considering a kayak. Which boat did you come from before the katana?

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Before whitewater, I paddled a touring kayak (WS Tempest 170) and a fishing kayak (Native Ultimate FX15). I wouldn't try either on the Dan though. The Katana is a good "all around" boat that handles flat water and white water...a really great option if you're not sure which direction you want to go yet. Thanks for watching!

R u happy with your dagger as a first time white water kayak? It looked like alot of the others had shorter kayaks

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

The short answer to your question is, absolutely. I'm a camper first and wanted a whitewater kayak that I could pack overnight gear in. As a kayak, the Katana is more forgiving for a newbie like me but if I wasn't concerned about cargo capacity, I would've gone with a shorter boat like most everyone else had. Thanks for watching!

@arcana1973

3 жыл бұрын

@@SideTrailAdventures is yours the 10.4 or 9.7?

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@arcana1973 I've got the 10.4 . I'm 6'2" and over 200 pounds so I need the extra volume. She's done great for me so far.

When you here that crazy laugh 😂 you know The River King is near 💦💦💦

@SideTrailAdventures

3 жыл бұрын

Hah, very true...the trick is not to be the object of the laughter😂