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Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 1 week ago #29438

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Hi all,

I will be in Overberg and CT during June and would be intrested in finding a second hand Fluid Solo preferrably an Expedition but could probably go for a Medium as well (But I am very fond of the hatch) any info would be appreciated.

Would be fantastic to hook up with some locals for some paddling of course... :)

Best Regards / Magnus
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 1 week ago #29443

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I'm in durban South Africa and i have a red medium solo for sale. If you are interested send me a mail at [mail address protected from spambots with javascript]
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 1 week ago #29444

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Second hand Solo's are hard to come by... Boats are cheap in SA, about half the price than what you pay in Europe :)

June should have water in Cape Town. What's your experience level like? See you on the water soon! :laugh:
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 1 week ago #29445

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As for experience i have been WW paddling since 2004 have a quite solid roll and runs up to level 3 with resonable comfort.

I am investigating with the airlines as to what cost i can bring "my boat" home, anyone having any first hand experience of this?

/Magnus
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 1 week ago #29447

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Cool stuff.. It's best to start on the Palmiet to warm a bit and see how things go. This river:
adrian.playak.com/index.php/sa-western-c...lmiet-river-unveiled


It's luck of the draw. Some airlines say no, some say yes without paying a cent, others make you pay anything from R400 to about a R1500 or even way more... It also depends on who you get at the check in counter... It's always a shake of the dice. Just smile, lots. :blush: It will help to print out some info from the airline that says anything about sporting equipment and make sure you call it surfing equipment, never use the word kayak. Otherwise your life will turn to hell. And don't take no for an answer. Some airlines say nothing longer than 2m because it won't fit. That's nonsense, they fly 4 metre boats no problem..
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 4 days ago #29478

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That sounds absolutly terrific,

Can't wait to get down there! :P Considering the prices in SA i will certainly have a look at a new Solo, any specific dealer in CT that you would recommend?

/Magnus
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 4 days ago #29482

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If you are looking for a new boat contact Andrew Kellet from gravity(www.gravity.co.za/index.php).

How much are you looking to pay fro a 2nd hand boat? I know of a medium and large that could be up for sale.

Probably see you in June ;)

Stuart
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 3 days ago #29483

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Roche is selling his Solo E in CT:

www.soaked.co.za/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=1010&p=4292#p4292

Stu
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 2 days ago #29489

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Thanks guys

R4000 sounds reasonable depending on condition, I might even be intrested in buying 2 Solo's ;) If it is still available in June I am definately interested.

Cheers / Magnus
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 14 years 54 minutes ago #29500

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A mate of mine is selling a small Solo, red in colour. Let me know if you want his details. I think he wants R3000 for it.
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 11 months ago #29621

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Guys,

Can someone help me get hold of Roches contact details (Cell phone) if his Solo is still available, I will arrive in CT on the 1st of June and back on the 5th of July.

Best regards / Magnus

+46734184568
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 11 months ago #29648

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Hi Magnus, I mailed him today. Number is: 072 427 3000. Say you got it from Adrian. Good luck, boat is in a good condition.
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29784

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Hi,

I just lefta message with Roche but I remember someone having a Medium Solo for sale as well.

Can some one help me with a number?

/Magnus
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29785

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Well I think it took you too long to call him. I get the feeling he's gone to the USA already..
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29786

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Ahhh,

I have been working non stop since i got here, and this is my reward... :angry:

Any other Solo out there Medium or Large?

/Magnus
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29787

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In fact I only remembered now, another friend of mine bought Roaches boat already.

Just buy a new one. Second hand Solo's usually get sold within days in South Africa...
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29793

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Ah well,

You are probably right, better go for a new one and it does have a nice feeling to it "a new boat" :)


thanks anyway / Magnus


Still interested in a tour down Palmiet... if anyone have time for a Swede.
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29797

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I was wrong. My mate bought someone else's boat... But Roach is definitely in the USA now. But I'm sure someone would have access to it.

I was at the Palmiet yesterday. It was very low, but runnable. I just had a small kayak school there. Check out the local forum to be kept up to speed:
www.outdoorshack.co.za/index.php?option=com_agora&Itemid=12

Fun river. Good rain tomorrow...
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Re:Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 13 years 10 months ago #29824

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I just sent you a message.

Sorry for the late reply. ;)

Stu
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Re: Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 12 years 2 months ago #32186

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Hi. There

Did you find a solo yet I have a new solo never been in the water that i would like to swap for a playboat or for sale.

Look forward to hear from you!

Juan
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Re: Wanted: Fluid Solo, Expedition 12 years 2 months ago #32187

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Howzit Juan,

This thread is almost 2 years old... I think he came right by now :silly: Post an ad in the for sale section if you're want to sell/swop.

Lekker,
Adrian
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