Over the last 30 years, Canoeing Down Under’s Terry Bolland has been living, instructing, competing, expeditioning, promoting, inspiring, organising and writing about the sport of canoeing:

• Terry has been paddling for 31 years.
• Terry has been part of the Canoe Association for 28 years and an Australian Canoe/Kayak Instructor for 26 years.
• Terry had been an active committee member in ACAWA (Canoe WA) for many years and he is still an active committee member with the Ascot Kayak Club.
• Terry has been awarded 3 ACAWA ‘Presidents Award’. 1979/80, 1993/94 & 1997
• Terry was awarded an Ascot Kayak Club Life Membership in 1989 in recognition of the voluntary work he has undertaken over the years in instruction, organisation, and administration.
• Terry has trained and encouraged thousands of canoeists, juniors and instructors to achieve their goals, and excel in the sport. He continues to train hundreds of paddlers entering the Avon Descent.
• Terry has been heavily involved in the Board of Canoe Education, Slalom and Whitewater and running courses at Ascot Kayak Club.
• Terry (Canoeing Down Under) has given a lot of sponsorship to canoeing throughout the years.
• Terry has been an inspiration to a large number of paddlers and after 30 years is still taking on incredible challenges.
• Terry is the author of the most comprehensive canoeing book, ‘Canoeing Down Under’ and two other canoe related adventure books.
• Terry’s experience and knowledge continues to be imparted through the Canoeing Down Under Store and the courses that he runs.
• The adventurer in Terry has led him into extreme and unconventional expeditions taking him to some of the most remote regions, testing him physically and mentally. Although Terry has excelled in kayaking, he has also achieved some remarkable feats in walking, backpacking and cycling.
• These are only a few of his achievements take a look at some of his other achievements on the Who’s CDU page.

The Iguana is the 'Ultimate Adventure Kayak' because the take-apart feature makes it perfect for transporting to remote locations by sea-plane, helicopter, utility or car!

The take-apart feature also allows the 'Everyday Adventurer' to explore our beautiful local waterways in a full length sea kayak that can easily be stored in the corner of any office, a shed or even a 1 bedroom apartment!

The Iguana tracks really well in a straight line without having to use the traditional drop-over rudder. The rudder however, when down will help you control the kayak in windy conditions. The Iguana is surprisingly quick for a sea kayak that is less than 5 metres in length and the knee bracing allows the paddler to be part of the boat and be able to edge it to achieve tighter turns and exceptional control. It is also a great performer in the surf where the multi-chinned hull makes riding waves an absolute buzz.

Novices will find the Iguana being 64cms wide to be very stable. Heavier paddlers will notice that they float higher on the water because of the extra buoyancy that this width provides and as a result, will find it easier to keep up with longer (and usually faster) kayaks.

Large hatches in the front and rear pods allow access to extensive storage areas which can take heaps of gear including bulky items. A handy day hatch is situated behind the seat and is suitable for carrying small items you need to get at quickly.

Length: 4.9m
Width: 64cm
Weight: 29kg

The Palm Sidewinder Long Sleeve Dry Cag gives you ultimate protection from the cold water. Made for the freestyle paddler, paddlers that spend time rotating in the water, or paddlers that visit cold or wet climates. When you get into this Cag bring on the cold wind or the cold water, you'll keep dry and warm. The Sidewinder provides durable waterproof and breathable protection in an unrestrictive, fully articulated cut.

Features include:

• Articulated sleeve design - no under arm seams
• Twin waist system featuring asymmetric cut for improved fit and reduced bulk.
• Draw cord waist adjustment with gripper elastic to prevent ride up.
• Lightweight XP100 inner with gripper elastic
• Double cuff, with latex inner and SCS metal neoprene outer
• Reflective piping in cuff and neck for increased visibility
• Latex neck with Smooth-skin™ lined adjustable outer for comfort and to prevent chaffing
• Stretch Mesh drainage on cuffs and neck.
• Fully taped seams throughout
• Padded Kevlar® elbow protection
• Cordura™ shoulder reinforcement
• Double water resistant chest pockets with YKK zippers

Fabrics: XP150™ Breathable 3-ply Shell - Cordura® 550D reinforcement.
Colours: Mango/Maize and Cobalt/Sky
Cost: $ 385.00

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Terry Bolland
Photographs courtesy of Russell Miles

I always love the WA Wild Water Championships. It has a serious title but it's a fun event enjoyed by top paddlers as well as paddlers with less skill or determination to become the best in the west. Click here to read more.