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Yorkshire has a large number of different clubs to help you get started in the sport of kayaking. We sell canoeing and kayaking kit which is aimed specifically at those new to the sport.
If you are in any doubt, please call us on 01924 444888, as our experienced kayak sales staff will be happy to recommend the right equipment for you.
Centre Gear

Local Clubs we recommend:

West Yorkshire Canoe Club Great family club
Leeds Canoe Club Social white water warriors
White Rose Canoe Club Multi discipline competition club
York Canoe Club One of the most active white water clubs with a strong touring contingency
Green Star Canoe Club Highly active, highly structured - geared to training the stars of the future
Bradford and Bingley Canoe Club Specialists in competition and slalom
Halifax Canoe Club Equal mix of slalom and white water
Pennine Canoe Club Strong polo team, and also a flatwater racing side
Knottingley Canoe Club Equal mix of white water and touring

Sheffield City Kayak Club

A membership base of over 100 and are included in quite a few kayaking promotional events such as get paddling and go paddling.

Lower Wharfe Canoe Club

A family club with no lower age limit, and have sections for Whitewater, Polo, Touring, and Slalom, a very active club based at Tadcaster Community Swimming Pool in the winter and Bishopthorpe, York in the summer.

Manvers Waterfront Boat Club

Multi-sport club that specialises in paddlesports, based
at Manvers Lake at Wath-upon-Dearne near Rotherham in South Yorkshire
Paddle sport, Triathlon, Fishing, Model Boating, Windsurfing, Sailing
and Diving

Other useful information

BCU Club Finder Find a BCU affiliated club or approved centre near you
UK Rivers Guide Book Lots of information on UK rivers, guides, photos and news
Rainchasers A kayak and canoe site dedicated to bringing you up to date river level information
River Washburn A local down release river - a great place to see paddlers in action
   
   
Entry level kayak pack


Teksport Xile Entry Level River Kayak Pack

TekSport Xile Sport Kayak
With class leading foot room, fully adjustable outfitting, and an exceptional carrying capacity - The Xile is an ideal choice for those looking for a versatile boat - ideal for a wide range of paddler skill levels, and for use in a wide variety of paddling situations.
Yak Kyu Deck
Flexible, reinforced deck. Universal size.
Palm Drift 1 Piece Whitewater Paddle
The entry level Drift paddle provides outstanding paddling performance due to the advanced blade shape. Stiff, light and great value, suitable for beginners and experts alike.

RRP £463.00
Pack Price £410.00
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Kayak Starter Pack


Pyranha Master TG Whitewater Starter Center Pack

Pyranha Master TG Club
A boat for the 21st century paddler: the Master TG's been designed from first principles to help you progress. It's short, light, easy to turn and easy to paddle. The semi-flat hull and forgiving rails mean it's as well suited to easy rapids, coastal trips and days on the lake as it is to your first time afloat.
Yak Kyu Deck
Flexible, reinforced deck. Universal size.
Palm Drift 1 Piece Whitewater Paddle

The entry level Drift paddle provides outstanding paddling performance due to the advanced blade shape. Stiff, light and great value, suitable for beginners and experts alike.

RRP £464.00
Pack Price £409.00
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Canoe Starter Pack

Entry Level Saranac Canoe Pack

Old Town Saranac 146
The Prospector is probably the most famous of all canoe designs, which has never been bettered for all-round performance. We are proud to have this as the basis for one of our most successful canoes. Combined with this classic shape and paddling performance is our new CoreLite material, the result is a hard wearing craft that is ideal for centres and enthusiasts who have whitewater high on their priority list.
2 CSR Buoyancy Aids
2 Carlisle Economy Paddles

RRP £649.00
Pack Price £570.00
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Established 1981- UK's largest stock - Advice from experience
Robin Hood Watersports
152 Leeds Road
Heckmondwike
West Yorkshire
WF16 9BJ
Tel: 01924 444888
Fax: 01924 474529
Email:kayak@roho.co.uk

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