River Wye Trial
Saturday, October 28th, 2006
This is a quick entry to say that the official trial went well as far as I was concerned.
In terms of gear, it’s going to be necessary to get a housing for the Fuji F30 just to protect it from the elements and give more shooting options.
The canoe performed well although it’s precarious to say the least at the bow… a completely different experience in the driving (aft) seat. Ben has been able to move the bow seat back enough to give more legroom and so increase the stability forward of centre. Looking on google earth, we’re going to need some stability around Bamako, Mali, and some of the upper stretches of the river.
GPS practice needed. It seems to be effective and to work well, but obviously tracks one’s every move around camp, giving false read-outs.
djnorwood