Kayaking around Caithness.

**Rheghead** · 27-Apr-15, 20:28

I'm thinking of taking up this activity. We have a great shoreline and is best seen from the sea. Thinking a kayak that can do surfing might be best. Is there any advice that could point me to a good kayak and other equipment? I believe there is a good place in Inverness to buy who are quite reasonable. Thanks in advance.

**Scout** · 27-Apr-15, 20:36

Originally Posted by Rheghead

I'm thinking of taking up this activity. We have a great shoreline and is best seen from the sea. Thinking a kayak that can do surfing might be best. Is there any advice that could point me to a good kayak and other equipment? I believe there is a good place in Inverness to buy who are quite reasonable. Thanks in advance.

Have you tried to contact Ralph I know he has one.

**grumpyhippo** · 27-Apr-15, 21:19

Hi Rheghead.
You're absolutely right the Caithness coast has a totally different dimension when viewed from the sea, but the coast, and the currents round them, is particularly challenging. When you launch you may be faced with a long paddle with no easy 'get out' places. I don't know what canoeing experience you have but if you do buy a kayak please get good advice and training you don't won't to become another statistic in the tragedy figures.
That said I hope you have a wonderful time exploring the coastline around Caithness, it is absolutely stunning.

**crichton** · 27-Apr-15, 21:56

Hi,
There used to be two kayak clubs : Caithness kayak club based in Ackerigill and Pentland kayak club based in Thurso. Suggest you go on Scottish Canoe association web page to find out local contacts.