Dear Sirs,
I
would like to thank you for a truly sturdy and seaworthy product - the Helios
380EX. I ventured on an interesting journey - a solo, self-supported kayak tour
of the south-
western coast of Crete in Greece.
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This happens to be one of the most unspoiled
and rugged coastlines in all of Europe, with towering 300-800 foot cliffs,
jagged coral shoals, deep, wild waters, beautiful white sandy beaches, and
sparse habitation.
The area is so remote that in certain instances I
had to use old World War II German Maps for topography and water well
sources.
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Sunset in the Greek Isles
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Dr. Spyropoulos appraches the village of
Elafonission
5 minutes late after120 nautical miles in his Helios.
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I completed the 120 nautical mile journey in
10 days - dubbing this the Odyssey II in epic Greek fashion. On the way I
battled contrary currents, waves up to 10 to 12 feet high, and winds of up to
Force 6 on the Beaufort scale. My Helios stood up to these test magnificently
with only minor valve repair needed.
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When I reached
Elafonission, my final destination, I was scolded for my tardiness for our
appointed time by my friends - after all, I was 5 minutes late!!!
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You may very well imagine the shock from the
surrounding people when they found out my starting point and the fact that the
journey was done with an inflatable kayak. Thank you for a wonderful product
(my life depended on it).
Sincerely,
Alex C. Spyropoulos,
MD
New Mexico
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Helios on the beach in Crete
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