[Billy the Kangaroo]

Hi Yaz,

I was the other ( DIFF ) diver ) it was my first time as well. I am sure Capers will let us have another go mid-week if anyone wants a play..... As you will see, mine ( the black one ) is a two seater.

IF you have fins on, getting back on is easy becase it's only inches off the surface, just a tiny kick and you are there.

It's just like a HUGE air bed, but heavier and nearly rigid, so seems very stable - if a bit prone to wind trouble.

I managed to kit up completely whilst sat on it with my feet dangling in the watter - I didnt feel too confident to drop in just with weights on.... I think, next time I may well store my kit where the driver sits and try to don it lied down on the yak.

I think it would be virtualy impossible to capsize in Capernwray, but I bought mine to be able to dive in the sea - N. Wales, North East etc. Maybe with waves and strong winds, it would be more of a challenge.

Similarly, if it ever did tip over, I dont think I would be able to right it myself... I think I would just get on and paddle it upside down.

In short, very sucessful first go, was easier than I expected, I didnt get as cold as I expected.

Next stop - N. Wales - watch this space....

Thanks Nick....