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Austin Canoe & Kayak
November Newsletter		 November Newsletter
November 2007 Issue 15,Vol 1
In This Issue
:: Fighting Cancer by Bike
:: ACKAnatomy
:: New Arrivals (Heritage, Native, Old Town)
:: Kayaker of The Month
:: Keep Suggesting the Next Best Thing
:: Thank you for taking the time to read our monthly newsletter, we hope you find it valuable and if you have any suggestions for us to make these even better, please let us know.
The ACK Family
Staff Update - Chris
                                        
Live StrongSunday October 14th ACK's Chris, and his wife Kara, took part in the Livestrong Challenge, which for him consisted of a 40 mile bicycle ride and her as a nurse at the rest stations.  Chris is an avid cyclist and was very happy to be able to raise money for such a good cause as well as honor the memories of friends and family missed over the years.

You can support the Livestrong Foundation at our stores if you have Yakima roof rack by purchasing Livestrong Endcaps for your roof rack.  All proceeds go directly to Livestrong, helping people live with, through, and beyond cancer.  It's like a little yellow bracelet for your car.  
ACK Anatomy
On-Line Kayak Information

ACK Anatomy

The gurus in our IT lab and by IT lab I mean that little room in the Austin store that looks like a bathroom or storage closet; have put together some exciting new information on-line.  We call it ACK Anatomy.  If your new to kayaking or always wondered what that 'part' was called, we have it covered in our Anatomy class. You will find the names to all those little thingies and widgets you always wondered about.

We have a special class for our Hobie Mirage customers.  We know Hobie has a lot of gear you just have to have and you can find it all here at Hobie Anatomy.
New Arrivals
Heritage, Native and Old Town

Through our current initiative to add relevant and exciting products we are happy to announce the arrival of Heritage, Native and Old Town brands to our Kayak models.  This takes us to 12 brands of boats.  We will continue to add models from each brand as we find good products that meet the needs of our customers.
Kayaker of the Month
KOMACK is always looking to add new features to the newsletter and Kayaker of the Month seems like the way to go.  Since none of our valued readers knew about the KOM, I have nominated and seconded the first KOM who is a great friend to the kayak community.

Chris G. from Cibilo, TX is a regular at the San Marcos shop, he fishes frequently with his family from his Hobie Kona and his Hobie Mirage Outback mostly at Bourne and Lady Bird Lake in the Texas Hill Country.  He really likes fishing these areas because of the lack of motorboats and the easy access afforded by using his kayaks. 

His fishing has really taken off since getting the outback this August which allows him to offer bass of all sizes a fantastic trolling presentation with crankbaits and spinners.  Chris also recommends using a watermelon Red/Black flake Senko with a 4/0 worm hook Texas rigged.
New Item Contest Extended
What are we missing?

Thank you to all of our valued readers for sending in their new product suggestions.  Several of the items suggested were already on our radar, however we did award several customers with $15 gift certificates for guiding us to new items.  Please keep sending us your suggestions of any items that you think we should carry. If we decide to add it to our assortment we will send you a $15 gift certificate!  You can't beat that deal. All reward no Risk!

Send your suggestions to newproducts@austinkayak.com.  Be sure to include the manufacturer and if possible a link to the product.
Some minor conditions, we are adding many new products that haven't been announced or added to the website yet, we will reply to all suggestions with a status so you know if it is already coming.
November Kayak Fun
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New Products from ACK

HydroSilkNRS Long Sleeve Hydrosilk
As the weather begins to change check out the long sleeve Hydrosilks from NRS.  These high quality shirts are even better this year with even more perspiration wicking to keep you dry.  Great as a base layer for cold days and as a single layer when it's warmer.  Provides UV protection of 50 which protects you from the suns most harmful rays. 

Anchor Kit
Anchor Kit
This kayak anchor kit includes everything you need. Anchor, 50' of anchor line,  a brass snap hook and  a mesh storage bag. It is available in the 1.5lb, 3.0lb folding style anchor or the Bruce claw style.  This is an essential item for any successful trip from begining to end. 
Sincere thanks for taking the time to read our monthly newsletter. We hope you find it valuable. If you have any suggestions or requests to make these even better and even more informative, please let us know.
 
Sincerely,
 
Austin Canoe & Kayak
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