Back again for 2024, is our 4 useful paddling apps and websites blog, for you to have a read of. Information is very useful as it allows you to make more informed decisions and ensure good preparation can happen. We hope that one or several of these apps will be helpful for you. We’re already looking forward to the next blog of useful paddling apps and websites!
RYA SafeTrx
Available on: App Store + Google Play Store + Web-Based App
RYA SafeTrx is a free app to let your loved ones know where you are, share your trip, photos and gain quick access to emergency services.
Features:
- Track Only mode – Choose from continuous, 5-minute, 10-minute or 30-minute recording intervals to save on battery consumption when your tracking is in progress.
- Find nearby ports, their locations and contact details.
- Access VHF channel information for your planned route.
- Check UK Met Office sea area forecasts for your waypoints and destination.
- Check daily tidal information through the UKHO Admiralty EasyTide service.
Windy
Available on: App Store + Google Play Store + Web-Based App
Windy.com and Windy.app is a professional weather app, created for water and wind sports such as sailing, surfing, fishing, paddling, etc. Get detailed weather forecasts and radars, live worldwide animated weather map with easy-to-use functions.
There are different layers which can show you general weather, wind, rain, temperature, clouds, waves and many more layers and parameters.
First Aid Apps
Examples: British Red Cross, St. John Ambulance First Aid
Available on: App Store + Google Play Store
Learn first aid fast and stay prepared for emergencies wherever you are. Download a free first aid app today for guidance and training.
First Aid training apps equip you with simple first aid skills to use during emergencies. They provide life-saving advice on first aid scenarios, such as choking, heart attack, seizures, and burns.
They offer step-by-step instructions for all topics, so you know exactly what to do in an emergency. Along with easy to follow illustrations for guidance.
There are general first aid apps as well as a first aid apps specifically for baby and child first aid.
Paddle Logger
Available on: App Store
Whether you’re training to beat your personal best or compete in an event, keen to share your epic routes with your friends or want to let your loved ones know your exact location on the water….if you’re paddling Paddle Logger is with you all the way.
Stay safe with Paddle Logger – They are big advocates of paddling responsibly, which is why they’ve developed PaddleLIVE®. This fully-automated feature will share your location with your loved ones so they know exactly where you are at all times – and you can fire an alert if you get into any difficulties on the water.
So that was another episode of 4 useful paddling apps and websites to give you plenty of information for your next paddling adventure. If you have any questions or need recommendations and advice then feel free to get in touch with us here at Canoe2 by emailing info@canoe2.co.uk or connecting with us on social media.
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