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Kayak & Bike Rentals:
If you are interested in renting
a kayak, canoe or bike in NE Florida, we suggest that you contact the
following businesses as early as possible about rentals:
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KAYAK &
CANOE RENTALS:
 | Kayak
Amelia -- 888-30-KAYAK
-- has a variety of kayaks for rent, including sit-on-tops, touring
and recreational style kayaks. All rentals come equipped with paddle
and PFD/life jacket. Their location at Long Island Outfitters is
located 1/2 mile north of Little Talbot State Park, off Heckscher
Drive, Jacksonville, FL. |
| Nautical
Escapes -- (904)
568-0284 -- Variety of kayak styles and sizes. Will deliver to
race site -- contact Edward
for details. |
| Up the
Creek Xpeditions & Outfitters -- in
St. Marys, GA - (912) 882-0911 -- an outfitter that can provide kayaks
and gear for the race. We have an extensive selection of sea kayaks
and sea kayak tandems, many of which are very suitable for racing. We
are at 111 Osborne St., St. Marys, GA 31558 or email to info@upthecreektrips.com. |
| Easy Going Kayak Tours --
contact Marie about renting a kayak for your next race: mdubois@kw.com
or (904) 687-5286 |
| Kayak
Adventures -- (904)
249-6200 or (888) 333-2480 -- Call Rachel about rentals. KA has a variety of kayaks, ACA Certified
coastal kayak instruction, guided tours in stable kayaks with all
necessary safety gear. The rental cost would include the drop-off and pickup. Private excursions can also be
customized. Located in Jacksonville Beach, FL |
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Aqua East Surf Shop -- (904) 246-2550 -- Neptune Beach, FL |
| If you are in the Military --
contact MWR at (904) 270-5228 -- next door to Hanna Park in Naval
Station Mayport |
NOTE: KAYAKS & CANOES
-- Keep in mind that
Hanna Park is an oceanfront park -- while it has a large lake, the Park is
located on the Atlantic Ocean and is also near the St Johns River and the
Intracoastal Waterway. Paddle sections of Performance Adventure Race
courses -- especially The BEAR -- could take place on any
available local waters and often include a portage. Kayaks or canoes are
not provided by the managers of this race. Your Team may choose to use
either kayaks or canoes or both (singles, doubles or a combination).
Weather and waves on the ocean or large bodies of water can be very
challenging and your Team needs to be up to the challenge. The choice of
the style or combination of kayaks or canoes is up to you and your Team.
We would prefer that you use "boats" that are familiar to your
Team for safety's sake. Don't forget that you will need a life jacket for each
member of your Team. You may want to consider renting kayaks or
canoes in your home area and practicing with them prior to competing in
The Performance Adventure Races.
BIKE RENTALS:
All Biking will be done off-road. Our park areas include single-track
trails, as well as beaches and dirt roads. Be sure to bring an appropriate
off-road bike. We are seeking information on more mountain bike rentals,
but in the meantime, you can contact:
| Kayak
Amelia -- 888-30-KAYAK
-- has a variety of bikes and kayaks for rent, including sit-on-tops, touring
and recreational style kayaks. All rentals come equipped with paddle
and PFD/life jacket. Bikes would be appropriate for off-road use. Their location at Long Island Outfitters is
located 1/2 mile north of Little Talbot State Park, off Heckscher
Drive, Jacksonville, FL. |
| Champion Cycle -- Brian in
Jacksonville Beach at (904) 241-0900 about off-road bikes to rent for
our races. |
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