2nd Tyne Tour win for Heather

Following on from Heather's 2004 win being the fastest lady down the grueling Tyne Tour course through Grade 4 water, she repeated her victory competing the 7 mile race distance in just over an hour and 13 mins making her the record holder at both the 7 and 13 mile distance.

Heather who is one of the staff members at our Yorkshire Outdoor Superstore was very pleased with the result, the water level was a bit lower this year as the rain had stayed away, but the dam release from Kielder resovoir made up for the shortfall. (photo above shows Heather at the start having a laugh with the other competitors)

Pedalling Pirates raise funds for Water Aid

Six crazy youths with big hearts set off today to pedal two Pelican Fiji Pedal Boats across the country pursued by a crocodile named Lawrence. Starting at the first non-tidal part of the River Avon just outside Bristol, their aim over the next two weeks is to reach the last non-tidal part of the River Thames at Richmond. Along the way they plan to raid pubs and board passing ships(?) to collect booty for "Water Air", their selected charity.

Water Aid seeks to bring fresh dringing water to remote parts of Africa. We ask that you also get behind these intrepid heros and visit their website http://www.pedallingpirates.co.uk

FBS Team wins Cancer Challenge 2006

After 26 hours of continuous canoe polo at Hatfield Water Park Doncaster this weekend, the final victors were The Family Boat Shop Team with a final score of 276 goals beating team DBX's 263 goals (539 in total).

This sets a new World Record for the longest canoe polo match and the most number of goals scored by 38 the previous record was 501.

Most importantly the aim of the challange was to raise money for three cancer charities and so far a considerable amount has been raised with more money coming in. You can still donate on line at Donations on the Cancer Challenge website.

Congratulations to all that took part either playing, refereeing or doing one of the many tasks that kept the event running covering first aid, rescue, security, catering and organisation.

Baltic to the Rescue

Baltic Life Jackets have joined forces with the Family Boat Shop to support Proteus Canoe Club in Peterborough that suffered a terrible fire that destroyed all their equipment.

Baltic have provided 20 new buoyancy aids free of charge to the Family Boat Shop to pass on to Proteus CC as a very kind jesture. To see more of their products visit Baltic Life Jackets all these products are available from

FBS Sponsors Canoe Polo Cancer Challenge 2006

The Family Boat Shop is pleased to put its weight behind this very worthwhile cause. Please add your backing. Visit Canoe Polo Cancer Challenge for more details.

New Locking Kayak Carrier

We are proud to have been appointed the sole UK importer for New River Gear in the USA who produce this wonderful innovation to attach and secure your kayak on to your car.

With no straps needed and the patented locking device your prized possession can be loaded and secured in place in minutes hopefully making straps a thing of the past.

For full details check out our roof rack section on our e-tail page.

AcolocA is First for DAG Kayaks in the UK

AcolocA has taken on the UK distributorship for DAG Kayaks. This is an exciting range of very attractive kayaks and accessories. The Strim, pictured here available in both Junior and Senior sizes was the first model to be sold.