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Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt is becoming more and more popular each year, Simply because of the all year round good weather and the things to do while you are there from exploring the stunning Coral reefs to visiting biblical treasures like St Katherines monastery and Moses Mountain.
One of the most exciting things to do is Quad biking in the Sinai desert. Standard Quad biking trips in Sharm last around two hours and they start off either in the late afternoon or in the early hours of the morning. This so you can see the beautiful sunsets and sunrises. These two hour trips are ok if you want to go in large groups and be a movie star for the day as you are on video. There is an alternative and that is an all day personal Quad trip through the interior of the Sinai desert.
If you want something a little more challenging and adventurous then these personal trips are for you. These all day adventures do cost more the standard Quad biking trip but they are well worth the extra money. If you can find a good tour agent who you can trust then you can negotiate a good deal, these special trips are not standard so will have to be negotiated.
Tour agents can be found all over Sharm El Sheikh, Naama Bay is a good starting place, hotels are third party so will be more expensive as they will take a commission. Sharks Bay is also worth trying.
When you do find a good deal then you will need to be equipped for your trip, you will need ruck sack, plenty of bottled water scarf and goggles or good pair of sunglasses to protect you from the sand and dust. A good thick scarf’s can be bought from the many souvenir shops the black and white checked type. You will also need to take snorkelling gear with you, although you can hire these on the morning of your trip in Naama Bay and guys wear tight underwear I‘ll explain a little later.
The Quad bikes can take two people, you will have been asked if you wanted to go solo or double at the arranging stage of your trip. Quad biking in the desert is a reasonably safe sport but accidents can happen, the bikes do go fast and over rough terrain,
so care must be taken.
Your Quad biking adventure starts with your pick from your hotel or apartment and taken to the Quad biking base situated in Naama bay. This is were most Quad biking trips start from. On arrival one of the organisers will help you put your scarf on and eye protection if you have trouble putting scarf on. After a quick safety check of the Quad bikes its time to set off.
Coming out of the Quad base leads out to the public roads which you travel on for a short while to get you into the Sinai desert. once into the desert you really do get magnificent views of the Sinai Mountains and the ever changing colours of the rock faces.
The surface of the desert is very course and bumpy so guys this is why tight underwear is going to be a bit more comfy.
You will travel towards Nabq bay and on to Nabq Nature Reserve or the official name of the Nabq Protectorate, this area is unspoilt by the masses of tourists, the area provides the perfect habitat for the fish and Birds, also home to animals such as Gazelle, Rock Hyraxes, and Desert Fox. There is an entrance fee to the protectorate but this should be in the price of the trip.
When you arrive in the park you will notice that some areas are fenced off this is for your safety as there are still unexploded mines from the second world war in the Sinai. Never go off the tracks.
Your first stop brings you to the mangroves these are the most northerly mangrove forests in the world. Here near the shore line you are met by Bedouin villagers selling little gifts and trinkets. Bedouin people are very poor and rely on tourism for there main source of income. After meeting the Bedouins you can have a swim or snorkel in the beautiful aqua sea of the Nabq protectorate.
After your swim or snorkel lunch is served in the Bedouin tent, On the menu is a fish and rice dish followed with refreshments.
after lunch and a rest you can go for another swim or snorkel in the sea.
From the beach coastline you will start to head back towards the Quad bike base in Naama Bay, but you do have another stop on the way back at a Bedouin tent for refreshments. When you arrive back at base you are taken back to your hotel or apartment.
The all day Quad bike adventure starts around 8:00 in the morning and finishes around 3:00 in the afternoon. Things you will need with you are rucksack or Bag for carrying your water snorkel gear, towel, and face protection scarf and goggles. You will also need to take your passport for entrance to the nabq protectorate.
About the Author
Glenne Baxter is the author of articles relating to recreation and leisure in sharm el sheikh . Owner of Self Catering Rental Apartments and partner to Africano Group specialising in Car Rental and Trips and Tours in Sharm El Sheikh, and can provide more information about Trips, Tours, and advice in Sharm El Sheikh Egypt, visit my website at
http://www.charmingsharmapartments.com
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Choosing An Inflatable Kayak â An Overview Of Main Name Brands
There are seventeen or more brand name kayak builders out there.  That gives a lot of choice and sometimes too much choice may be confusing. On the other hand, you might be one of those who like to know what all their options are. One of them may catch your eye and inspire you to explore further.
Each manufacturer has a particular niche in kayak design. Their market may be general or specific, depending on what the customer is looking for. Most of them also manufacture inflatable canoes.
Each of these boat builders has a range of kayak sizes and designs which further extends a customer’s choice. Broadly speaking, the range falls into categories according to:  length and width; height; unloaded weight and fully loaded weight; and then whether the boat has been designed for touring, fishing/hunting, general recreation or whitewater.
Below are the main inflatable kayak makers. Â The list is as comprehensive as possible. However new boat builders come into business and it takes time for their name to be found on the internet.
Advanced Elements
Aire/Tributary
Airhead
Bic Yakkair
Chinee (from China)
Gumotex (From Breclav)
Hyside
Innova
Intex
NRS
RST
Saturn
Sea Eagle
Sevylor
Soar
Sotar
Walker Bay
Nearly all of the manufacturers have a mission statement which describes what they are enthusiastic about in the boat building scene. Where necessary these statements have been abbreviated, but of course, the full version can be found on their websites.
Advanced Elements
“It is our goal, at Advanced Elements, to develop new and unique paddlesports products that enhance our customers’ outdoor experience. Our focus is on designing and manufacturing ‘inflatable kayaks with cutting-edge technology’â€.
Aire/Tributary
‘AIRE manufactures the world’s finest inflatable kayaksand accessories for whitewater kayaking and touring. With their best-in-the-business 10-year warranty, AIRE is our line of premium, U.S.-made, kayaks. Constructed of Ferrari’s patented Precontraint PVC fabrics and urethane AIREcells, they set the standard for durability, performance and innovation.’
‘Tributary kayaks offer a tremendous value for paddlers on a budget. All Tributary kayaks are constructed using a unique two-layer system, an air retentive layer inside and a protective outer layer, and are backed with a solid 5-year warranty (1-year warranty on Tomcat & Sawtooth inflatable kayaks).’
Airhead
AIRHEAD watersport product designers pay a lot of attention to small details to ensure that your AIRHEAD product is the safest and most durable your money can buy. AIRHEAD towables and kayaks are constructed with the best materials available. Most bladders are constructed of durable 30 gauge K80 impact resistant PVC. Covers are made of 100% nylon, never polyester like other brands. Two layers of polyurethane coating reinforce the nylon; all seams are double-stitched with high grade synthetic thread. Handles and tow harnesses are heavily reinforced.
Bic YakkAir
“The upper part of the YakkAir consists of a solid, double layer fabric envelope around two urethane inner tubes inflated to low pressure. A combination that is strong and light.
The submerged part of the kayak is highly sophisticated, combining a high-pressure floor, a PVC skin and a keel all working together to give a hull that is a rigid and dynamic double concave shape. The PVC skin protects the hull and rubber bumpers from bow to stern give excellent protection against knocks and bumps.â€
Clear Blue Hawaii
They do one model, the Hanauma II, with clear viewing panels made either of polycarbonate glass (bullet proof) or PVC. They offer a lot of information about the technology used in making their kayaks.
Hyside
“Twenty-two years ago we began with the idea that the only way to make and sell the top product was to create a boat from the toughest performance oriented material available. We began to study the strengths and weaknesses of every comparable product on the market. The first distinction we noted was that between plastic (PVC) and rubber (Hypalon®) boats……â€
Innova
“Innova inflatable folding kayaks – Touring and whitewater, heavy duty, very portable and compact. Nothing travels like an Innova kayakâ€.
They do not have a mission statement. More information and a brochure can be obtained by filling in a form on their website.
Intex
“In a highly competitive global marketplace, many companies do not share the strong and sustained level of commitment that the Intex companies do to Quality, Service and Price.
During the manufacturing process, highly trained Intex employees continuously monitor a wide range of factors from the quality of raw materials, the calibration of the machines, the making and assembly of each product, product testing, and finally to the careful packaging of every item to ensure that our customers get the best possible product at the best possible price.â€
They have a US Coastguard ID and are a member of NMMA.
NRS
“Today, we are still putting into practice my original, perhaps somewhat naive, belief that a business enterprise can provide purpose and enjoyment in our lives, rather than just a way of making money. At NRS, our purpose is to treat you, the customer, in the way we like to be treated. In many ways the company feels to us like a family, and we hope that you, too, get a bit of this feeling when doing business with us.â€
RST Marine
“Introducing Red Star Marine, exceptional quality, performance and value in inflatable sports and marine products. Red Star has partnered with one of the largest and most sophisticated inflatable products manufacturing facilities in the world. Using world class design and manufacturing facilities, we strive to deliver the highest quality recreational inflatable kayaks available anywhere.
Domestically, Red Star Marine is a member of and works closely with the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and the Inflatable Boat Manufacturers Association (IBMA) to ensure strict compliance with safety and construction regulations. All of our products are manufactured in excess of USCG standards and inspected annually by NMMA.â€
Sea Eagle
“Stem to stern, it’s constructed of tough 1,000 denier polyester-supported high-pressure fabric with quadruple-thickness electronic-welded seams. How tough is the Explorer Kayak? In torture testing, we pounded it mercilessly with the claw of a claw hammer. It had no effect. Neither did stabbing it with a screwdriver. We simply couldn’t penetrate the “crocodile hide†hull.â€
Sevylor
“As potential grew for PVC products, Sevylor developed a PVC that had ‘memory’ – the ability of PVC to return to its original shape regardless of temperature.â€
“With it’s 60 year tradition, Sevylor is known for top-quality products in the watersports and recreation markets. We are continuing to introduce new, innovative, and unique products designed for water sports and leisure living. Sevylor…we take fun seriously.â€
Stearns
“We supply the complete range of Stearns Inflatables Kayaks & Accessories. Great for family activities & trips. Inflate in minutes. Very stable & easy to use and no storage or transport problems!â€
Saturn
Our credo: “Pay for the boat, not for the brand!†Boats for the people! Why pay thousands for expensive brand boats when you can pay just a few hundred for a SATURN boat of the same quality and materials.â€
Our mission is not to overcharge customers but to offer kayaks and boats at lowest possible prices, so that anyone can afford them.
The unusual point here is that women make the boats.
Soar
“..they are built of reliably rugged DuPont Hypalon and can take a lot of abuse.â€
Sotar
Our kayaks are all welded, no glue at all and constructed out of 40 oz urethane with a 3000 denier base fabric. We do not use PVC or Hypalon in order durability and lightness is maiantained.
Our kayaks all come standard with adjustable foot braces, adjustable thigh braces, inflatable floor, adjustable back rest with zipper pouch, and tie-down ‘d’ rings in front and back. Every boat comes with a patch kit, boat bag and pressure guage.
We will build custom size kayaks on request and ee also offer a 6 year warranty.
Walker Bay
“From naval architects to water sports professionals to avid recreational boaters, Walker Bay doesn’t just manufacture marine products, we share a passion for boating and on-water living. Every product goes through extensive design, development and testing with the result being a collaborative expression of varied team expertise. We stand behind our products, and what’s more, we use them.â€
So kayaks can have clear panels for viewing marine creatures below, or they can be pounded with a claw hammer or they can be made out of material that re-shapes itself, or they are built with materials being moulded by new types of technology. Some manufacturers belong to organizations which look after customers in the field of safety and construction regulations. Others give long warranties because of their faith in their products. All aim to make kayaking an experience worth having.
Sotar, Soar, Gumotex, Hyside, Saturn and Chinee kayaks cannot be found on our website.
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