Irish White Water

Last weekend I flew over to Dublin to go to the University College Dublin Canoe Club Ball. I had an amazing time and would like to thank all of the club for making me feel very welcome. The quality of the Wicklow rivers surprised me. On the first day we went down the river Dargle. Only a ten min drive from the city and you are on a classic grade 4 with a really nice drop at the top (above). After that we jumped onto the Annamoe to catch up with the club trip. It was great to see such a strong club in action.Everyone was up for giving it a go and what some of the freshers were putting themselves through was surprising. The vibe around the river, as people dropped over the Jacksons fall (above) was really lively. Everyone lent a hand without the need for being asked and everything worked like clockwork. Overnight the heavens opened and the rivers swelled. We then headed for the Upper Liffey which had some interesting stoppers to avoid.

Thanks to everyone for allowing me to paddle and drink with you. I had a great weekend. If anyone from the club wants to sample the SW England white water on the sea or rivers give me a shout.

Thanks Simon