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		<title>Good Luck!! Joe Morley &#8211; Olympic Hopeful</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:33:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With only one week until the 2012 London Olympic selection I have been spending most of my time at the London Lee Valley white water course training and preparing for the forthcoming races. I have become really comfortable on the water here and feel ready to be able to give my best shot in the Three [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With only one week until the 2012 London Olympic selection I have been spending most of my time at the London Lee Valley white water course training and preparing for the forthcoming races. I have become really comfortable on the water here and feel ready to be able to give my best shot in the Three races that will determine not only the Olympic place but also places on the Senior and U23 Team.</p>
<p>I have had a really successful winter training period so its nice to see it come together and enable me to put some good results down in the first two premier races of the season and the two selection simulation races in lee valley. The last weeks of preparation will consist of more time spent in lee valley training on the course and in the gym.</p>
<p>The teams will be selected from three separate races spread over the three days, with the overall winner taking the Olympic place.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/?attachment_id=3782" rel="attachment wp-att-3782"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-3782" title="Joe Morley" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/blogpaddle.jpg" alt="" width="518" height="346" /></a></p>
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		<title>DM Easter opening hours</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:28:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[British summer time has officially arrived with the changing of the hour, and easter is just around the corner&#8230;&#8230;..our 2012 season is certainly moving on at  pace we have seen some fantastic new products launched and there are so many more on the way for Q2 so watch this space for new product reviews and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>British summer time has officially arrived with the changing of the hour, and easter is just around the corner&#8230;&#8230;..our 2012 season is certainly moving on at  pace we have seen some fantastic new products launched and there are so many more on the way for Q2 so watch this space for new product reviews and exciting special offers&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;</p>
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		<title>February Offers #3 Sweet Specials</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:30:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the third installment of our fabulous Feb offers.....this week we have some special offers on Sweet Gear Numbers are limited so strictly first come first serve. on offer you will Find everything to look good, be safe both on and off the river]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the third installment of our fabulous Feb offers&#8230;..this week we have some special offers on Sweet Gear Numbers are limited so strictly first come first serve.</p>
<p>First up we have the Sweet Shadrach first launched in the UK  March 2011. Sweet designed the Shadrach dry top for play boating and all-round river use. The performance of the GORE-TEX® fabric combined with the proven construction offers great freedom of movement and durability. RRP £279.99 for a limited time only £179.95</p>
<div id="attachment_3729" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Sweet_Shadrach.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-3729" title="Sweet Shadrach 3-layer GORE-TEX® Performance Dry Top" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Dry_Top_Shadrach_Sweet2.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="553" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Sweet Shadrach 3-layer GORE-TEX® Performance Shell Now only 1£79.95</p></div>
<p>And for the hard core boaters we have a the Sweet Prophecy GORE-TEX® dry top was the first piece of technical whitewater clothing that Sweet introduced the paddling world  It’s an extremely rugged piece that’ll survive any conditions.  The highly technical Prophecy dry top is made with all the details and features you need. Made from the very best GORE-TEX® Pro Shell material on offer. Excellent fit through fully computerized 3D-design. Unrestricted movement, performance and long lasting durability. Yours for a limited time only at £245.00 RRP £399.95</p>
<div id="attachment_3731" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Sweet_Prophecy_2010.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-3731" title="Sweet Prophecy GORE-TEX® Dry Top" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Dry_Top_Prophecy_Sweet.jpg" alt="Sweet Prophecy GORE-TEX® Dry Top" width="500" height="485" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Sweet Prophecy GORE-TEX® Dry Top Now only £245.00</p></div>
<p>To complete the look and keep your &#8220;Nogin&#8221; safe why not add one of our full range of Sweet Strutter Helmets to your kit Bag all <a title="Helmet Sizes" href="http://www.sweetprotection.com/sitefiles/site1/shop/rocker-fullcut.jpg" target="_blank" rel="lightbox[3724]">sizes</a> and colours available, this offer is Time Limited first come first serve, From £109.95  RRP £169.95</p>
<div id="attachment_3732" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Sweet_Strutter.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-3732" title="Sweet Strutter high performance Helmet" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Helmet_Sweet_Struuter.jpg" alt="Sweet Strutter high performance Helmet" width="500" height="500" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Sweet Strutter high performance Helmet From £109.95</p></div>
<p>Next we have a limited number of Sweet Rocker FC Helmets This is the only high performance helmet for really rough conditions. The Rocker FC is made in the best materials available and provides extended coverage for superior protection. Sadly not in production for 2012* so grab yours now before its too late stock running out fast £165.00</p>
<div id="attachment_3734" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Sweet_Rocker_FC.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-3734" title="Sweet Rocker FC Helmet Special Offer" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Helmet_Sweet_Rocker.jpg" alt="Sweet Rocker FC Helmet Special Offer" width="500" height="500" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Sweet Rocker FC Helmet Limited Stock £165.00</p></div>
<p>And finally this week we offer you not only the opportunity to look good on the river, but also in the pub where you can share your stories about &#8220;Hucking&#8221; that drop or &#8220;Areal Loop&#8221; in style. For him and her we offer you Sweet Logo Hoodies. Now £44.95 RRP £64.95</p>
<div id="attachment_3733" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Street_Wear.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-3733" title="Sweet Street Hoodies Special Offer" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Hoodie_Sweet.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="500" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Sweet Street Hoodies Special Offer £44.99</p></div>
<p><span style="color: #999999; font-size: x-small;">*2012 Sweet Rocker only available in Half Cut HC there is no planned production of the Full Cut FC we have the last of the UK FC Stock</span></p>
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		<title>February Offers #2 Kayak Specials</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Second installment of our offers........let it snow, let it snow as the song goes so we can have more melt water. We have  some more great offers to brighten up your week,  Wilderness  and Valley Sea Kayaks, Valley Surf Kayaks and a range of play boats for every size....]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Second installment of our offers&#8230;&#8230;..let it snow, let it snow as the song goes so we can have more melt water. We have  some more great offers to brighten up your week,  Wilderness  and Valley Sea Kayaks, Valley Surf Kayaks and a range of play boats for every size&#8230;.</p>
<div id="attachment_3705" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 497px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Wilderness_Systems_Zephyr_160RM.html"><img class=" wp-image-3705" title="Wilderness Zephyr 16RM Sea Kayak" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Wilderness-Zephyr-16RM.jpg" alt="" width="487" height="62" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Wilderness Zephyr 16RM Sea Kayak *ONLY £950.00</p></div>
<p>The Wilderness Zephyr 16 is a versitile sea kayak that will cope with even the roughest day, but is equially at home in quiet back waters, cable operated skeg ensures great tracking see more details about this kayak  <a href="http://www.wildernesssystems.com/product/index/products/touring_performance/touring_performance_zephyr/zephyr_160_seakayak" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p>Club Special we have 3 Blue Master TG Club Kayaks available from a over order, these boat and paddle packages are now £344.95 per package.</p>
<div id="attachment_3716" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/?attachment_id=3716" rel="attachment wp-att-3716"><img class="size-full wp-image-3716" title="Pyranha Master TG Club Offer" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/TG_side.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="83" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Pyranha Master TG Club Offer</p></div>
<p>NEW EX DISPLAY Valley, North Shore &amp; Rockpool Sea &amp; Surf Kayak offers all from our stock at our Nottingham showroom:-</p>
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<td><strong>Model</strong></td>
<td><strong>Construction</strong></td>
<td><strong>Colour</strong></td>
<td><strong>Offer Price</strong></td>
<td><strong>RRP</strong></td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Avocet</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>Orange/White</td>
<td>£1995.00</td>
<td>£2225.00</td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Etain 17.3</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>Orange/White</td>
<td>£2050.00</td>
<td>£2275.00</td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Etain 17.5</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>Red/White</td>
<td>£2050.00</td>
<td>£2275.00</td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Avocet LV</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>White/White</td>
<td>£1880.00</td>
<td>£2225.00</td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Sneaker</td>
<td>Pro Kevlar</td>
<td>Blue/Glitter</td>
<td>£699.00</td>
<td>£1245.00</td>
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<td>North Shore</td>
<td>Polar</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>White/White</td>
<td>£1570.00</td>
<td>£1850.00</td>
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<td><del>Rockpool</del></td>
<td><del>Alaw Bach</del></td>
<td><del>TCC Carbonlite</del></td>
<td><del>Yellow/White</del></td>
<td><del>£1350.00</del></td>
<td><del>£1850.00</del></td>
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<p>EX DEMO Valley &amp; North Shore Sea and Surf Kayaks available from out Nottingham showroom:-</p>
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<td><strong>Make</strong></td>
<td><strong>Model</strong></td>
<td><strong>Construction</strong></td>
<td><strong>Colour</strong></td>
<td><strong>Offer Price</strong></td>
<td><strong>RRP</strong></td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Q Boat</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>White/White</td>
<td>£1395.00</td>
<td>£2225.00</td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>Etain RM</td>
<td>3 Layer PE</td>
<td>Red</td>
<td>£1100.00</td>
<td>£1395.00</td>
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<td>North Shore</td>
<td>Polar</td>
<td>Std GRP</td>
<td>Red/White</td>
<td>£1385.00</td>
<td>£1850.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>North Shore</td>
<td>Atlantic RM</td>
<td>Single Layer PE</td>
<td>Red</td>
<td>£695.00</td>
<td>£950.00</td>
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<td>Valley</td>
<td>RIP</td>
<td>Pro Kevlar</td>
<td>Puple/silver</td>
<td>£495.00</td>
<td>£1245.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Valley</td>
<td>Rush MKII</td>
<td>Pro Kevlar</td>
<td>Orange/Red</td>
<td>£895.00</td>
<td>£1245.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Valley</td>
<td>Rush 7.2</td>
<td>Std Kevlar</td>
<td>Grey</td>
<td>£495.00</td>
<td>£1045.00</td>
</tr>
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<div id="attachment_3707" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.daggereurope.com/product/index/product_homepage/whitewater/freestyle/agent/agent_6-0/"><img class="size-full wp-image-3707" title="Dagger Agent 6.0" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/DG_Agent_Top.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="180" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Dagger Agent 6.0 LAST ONE ONLY £345.00</p></div>
<p>Also On offer this week the Big Dog Kaos 6.2 last one in Yellow only £499.00 Big Dog Kayaks bounded onto the UK sceen in 2009 and this was the Playboat they came up with, a super loose quick surfing hull great on the wave and fantastic fun in a hole the Kaos is about to have a make over with the GEN II on its way so the last Yellow 6.2 we have must go to a good keeper.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_3709" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Big_Dog_Kaos.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-3709" title="Big Dog Kaos 6.2 Now Only £499" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Kaos-Orange-Top1.jpg" alt="Big Dog Kaos 6.2 Now Only £499" width="500" height="185" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Big Dog Kaos 6.2 Now Only £499</p></div>
<p>And Finally something for the Little Ones we have the Last of our Jackson Shooting Star&#8217;s great things do come in small packages and this is still the ultimate play machine for the little ones we have one new Yellow Shooting star left in stock at £499.00</p>
<div id="attachment_3710" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 510px"><a href="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/canoes-online/Jackson_Shooting_Star.html#!prettyPhoto/0/"><img class="size-full wp-image-3710" title="Jackson Kayak's Shooting Star" src="http://www.desperate-measures.co.uk/paddling-news/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Jackson_Shooting_Star_pop.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="323" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Jackson Kayak&#39;s Shooting Star Only £499.00</p></div>
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