My first thoughts when picked up the Fusion was the build quality. Chris always builds a quality boat and Its super light. When I sat in the Fusion, I was surprised at the amount of leg room it had. I have surfed quite a few different IC surf kayaks and this is by far the roomiest. At a push I’m 5’8” and a bit so I don’t have a problem fitting in most boats, but spare a thought for those lanky people. I’m ashamed to say it but due to my short legs I use all 3-foot blocks that come with the kayak and another 25mm foot block. So, it will definitely fit taller and larger people with comfort. I use a belt to strap myself in. It’s a nice option to have those nice shiny stainless belt anchors bonded into your boat when it’s getting made. The Fusion has great rails and the perfect amount of rocker, which makes the boat fast and manoeuvrable. In the past I have struggled getting to grips with different IC kayaks, I’d find myself running down the line not being able to turn easily or in others IC boats I’d find myself surfing sideways or backwards. But that is a thing of the past, from the first wave I took in the Fusion it screamed down the line and turned with ease. It has the speed to make the section which is another thing that frustrated me with other kayaks. Paddling out in large surf is easy and fast, the boat easily makes it way out over large white water. All in all, this has been the most fun I have had in a kayak in years. So, a big thank you to Chris and Jem for creating this fantastic surf kayak.

When 7th of September 2019 to the 8th of September 2019 at 08:00 - Last date for registration is the 2nd of September 2019 https://www.tournr.com/tournament/details/592 Where Newgale Beach, Pembrokeshire Cost £20 for 1 class £5 for each other class. Free entry into the open HP and IC for Ladies and Juniors. The Welsh open will be run by the Welsh team committee, with a full span of control document which is fully backed by Canoe Wales. The competition will be based at Newgale and may be moved to find the best conditions on the day, it will be a WEEKEND EVENT, the competition will be run on either days or both depending on conditions IS THE EVENT ON, this decision will be made on the 05/09/19 at 18.00. We will try to name the venue at the same time, the decision and information will be announced on Tournr, by email and on the Wales surf kayak Facebook page. Re-run date will be 21st Sept 2019. All details will apply as above. All competitors must be members of their governing body for insurance needs and proof of membership will be required on the day. The competition will run under WSKA rules, there will be a head judge but you will be expected to help out with judging CLOSING DATE IS 02/09/19 AT 18.00 .THERE WILL BE NO LATE ENTRIES, NO EXCEPTIONS

When 28th of September 2019 at 08:00 - Last date for registration is the 23rd of September 2019 https://www.tournr.com/tournament/details/568 Where Easky, Co Sligo Cost €30 for your first category and €20 for each subsequent entry