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Kayaking – Top 10 Sea Kayaking Locations
Sea kayaking is one of the most low impact and spectacular ways to explore unique areas of coastline. It offers multiple opportunities to spot unusual wildlife and visit places inaccessible by foot. In order to get the most out of your kayaking trip, check out our comprehensive policies and make sure you have the necessary […] -
Kayaking – Grading System Explained
The grading system is a standardized scale that relates to the International Scale of River Difficulty. It reflects the technical difficulty and skill level required associated with the section of river/sea. We categorise our kayaking insurance into 3 separate policies: up to grade 3/sea, grade 4&5, and above grade 5. Up to grade 3/sea […] -
Sailing – Things to Bear in Mind
Many elements affect sailing so it is important to know what to expect before you get on the water. Factors to bear in mind are: Wind Direction Most associated with sailing and particularly important to competitive sailors who seek accurate forecasts so they can plan their strategy and tactics prior to a race. […] -
Sailing – Top 10 Worldwide Cruises
Sailing is an ideal way to explore a holiday destination and can offer sought-after privacy, freedom and flexibility. However, the unpredictability of sea conditions and the very nature of sailing means that there is always the risk of injury. Protect yourself against damaging financial costs with our sailing insurance policies; if you are sailing within […] -
Mountain Biking – Most Common Injuries
Skin abrasions Skin abrasions basically mean cuts and grazes, or damage to the soft protective tissue in the top layers of skin. These are often sustained when falling off a mountain bike and can vary drastically in severity depending on whether a rider is wearing protective gear. More serious cuts can damage nerve tissue or […] -
10 Rock Climbing Must-Do’s
1. PLAN YOUR ROUTE A successful and enjoyable trip is a well-planned trip. Prepare thoroughly beforehand by checking the weather forecast and informing someone else of your intentions. This way if the worse were to happen, another person knows your route. 2. LEARN YOUR ROUTE Research your route thoroughly, collect information on conditions and […]