Monthly Archives: February 2013

Dream kayak locations – top 10 rivers

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

If you were asked, ‘what would be your dream kayak location?’ which spot would you choose? The sitons site recently polled 500 people and from the results we’ve put together a 3 part series beginning with the top 10 rivers (stay tuned … Continue reading →

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Hot 2013 windsurfing kit

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Although a lot of new windsurfing gear gets released at the back end of the year it’s only when a whiff of spring wafts in the air that most punters tend to start looking at updating their toys. As Easter is only … Continue reading →

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5 SUP surf spots to ride before you die

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

This post was actually written last year and has now been published on Xploco. Still a decent bucket list – even if I do say so myself. What do you think? South shore Maui – not big but still fun – pic … Continue reading →

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Fanatic SUP review – AllWave 9.2ft and Fly 10.6ft comparison

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

For paddlers wanting to get into SUP surfing or intermediates searching for their next wave board check out my comparison review of the Fanatic AllWave 9.2ft and Fly 10.6ft on the XPLOCO site. If you’re after a stick that will … Continue reading →

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Summer windsurfing in Maui

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

For those windsurfer’s contemplating a trip to Maui for the first time then maybe heading to the Mecca in the off season (summer) is the way forward? Summer in Maui (June, July and August) serves up consistent side shore breeze, mellow … Continue reading →

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Buoyancy aid buying guide

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

If you’re in the market for a new buoyancy aid then check out my latest piece on the sitons.com site – Bouyancy aids – a buyer’s guide. And feel free to leave your feedback as this article is open to amendments. Special thanks … Continue reading →

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Sunwise sunglasses review – Shipwreck and Henley Blue

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Everybody needs a decent pair of sunnies and I recently reviewed two models from British sunglasses company Sunwise. The Henley Blue pair are the slightly more technical floating type – perfect for watersports –  while the Shipwreck specs are better … Continue reading →

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O’Shea Stealth winter wetsuit review (full)

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

If you’ve already seen my review vid of the O’Shea Stealth 5/4/3 winter wetsuit then here’s the full report. Check it out if you’re in the market for a new winter wetsuit. Don’t I look hot? Geddit?

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Top 5 Lake District campsites

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

With plenty of camping options on offer in the Lakes, it’s never been easier to access the hills and fells on a budget. Five star sites or simpler ‘back to basics’ style pitches – the choice is yours. Whichever camping option you … Continue reading →

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