Just got back from an evening paddle. Took my Southpoint Kalama to Williamstown at 8.30 pm and paddled for an hour around the boats. There are lots of lights around the piers and marinas at Williamstown, so visibility is not a problem. It was very still and glassy calm. It was great being out there in the dark. No boat traffic. The lights of the city looked great across Hobsons Bay. It was kind of spooky, and very relaxing, and a good workout at the same time.
I'm going to try to paddle in the evenings whenever the conditions are right. I may use a headtorch for safety (to be seen).
Anyone else ever paddle in the dark?

Yeah Miller and I have paddled in the dark heaps.
We have had the marina so glassy it was ridiculous.
I heard one person say "check out those two, looks like they are walking on water"

Been thinking of doing the same thing JD especially how calm the nights have been lately........ might even try and get some pic's.

JohnDavid said...

DJ, are you up for the paddle on the Yarra tomorrow evening, as per Oliver's suggestion? Rowing sheds.

Yes-sir-eee...I'll be there..

Just watch out for the brown mullets in the water....You don't want to fall in.

Even though the speed limit is 5 kph on the Yarra some of those barges can fly past and kick up quite a wake..

I'll see if Nic can join us.

DJ

I just got home from my night paddle with Oliver and John...

It was great...I have a couple more pics that turned out ok in the low light..I'll post them tomorrow.

Thanks guys..I'm looking forward to the next one....btw..I knew my old cycling top for riding at night would come in handy one day..

DJ