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...ecommendations on a lightweight (Royalite) tandem whitewater canoe. I know both Mohawk and Old Town make boats in this lighter ABS material, and I would like to hear from anyone who has paddled these ...
Judging from UV degraded boats we've rebuilt I'd have to think that clear-coated kevlar boats (those orange/yellow beauties) fare the worst if stored in direct sunlight.
There is a lot more e-traffic on the rec.boats.paddle, rec.boats.paddle.whitewater, and rec.boats.paddle.touring newsgroups.
: I am surprised there are not more comments on kayaking here. does any...
This was my long weekend project. I designed this storage rack for my boats that is also a decorative garden structure (I'm thinking of using it as a bar during parties or maybe a hammock spot)...
Bert,
Add the Boreal to the list of boats to test paddle. They're made in Quebec and the quality for the price is quite good, particurally in their composite boats.
Eric Knudsen Knu-Pac P...
I have tried various boats at the belhaven kayak center in South, NJ. They really know their stuff. I traded in my 14 foot tarpon for an approach. I really wanted versatility and durability. If I ...
...t your lower back and good Kayaking posture will also help. White cell is right most rec/begininner type boats dont have a backband ,however they can be installed. Try lots of boats....
Generally speaking, the market has moved towards the use of specialized whitewater playboats that would be real dogs to paddle any significant distance. I've seen the trend in the canoe club (OYC...
...re is a kayak club in your area, that you join. Members are truly helpful and your usually can try their boats out to see what FITS you and what handles well. Lots of different designs and styles. Che...
...o, Scupper Classic, and Scrambler. Channel Island's Kayak Center in Oxnard, California provided the boats. The Demo Day was held at the Marina in Oxnard. Boats were launched from the dock.
Af...
ALSO -THERE IS A SITE CALLED CLC KAYAK AND THE BOATS ARE VERY NICE-A FEW CANOES-MOSTLY KAYAKS AND BOATS-I HAVE AN 18 FT WEST RIVER KAYAK THAT I PURCHASE FOR 1100. FROM SPRING CREEK OUTFITTERS IN MN. I...
...039;s asking a bit much. i don't know.
anyway, if there are any suggestions out there regarding boats that may meet this criteria, i'm all ears. i really have no preference between close...
...eds are: 1. Speed 2. Solo Handling - portaging 3. Tandem ability with room for gear Here are some of the boats I am considering.
Clipper - Maverick -Kevlar http://clippercanoes.com/canoes/maveric...
...al shop that distributes Boreal Designs as well as a number of other lines, really pushes hard on the BD boats. I hope to get out and test a Muktuk and Inukshuk this week.
I looked at the Synergy ...
...I have a little of it on my Capella, but it is not as bad as it is on my Sealution 2. The Current Design boats have the same problem as do Necky and almost every other plastic boat I can think of. The...
...again Blake:
You may also like to try Wooden Boat Journal (they are on the web somewhere) and/or rec.boats.building...
... bridge support and the other was rescued after going unmaned through a set of class iii-iv rapids. Both boats are still in constant use with out any problems. The one that was wrapped suffered a brok...
1. Ask the maker/dealer.
2. Probably. Most folks store their boats in places like that.
Have you ever heard of applying kevlar to aluminum jon boats?
...ight at the bottom tip of the boat as reinforcement or something, but then I know nothing about building boats!
I'll follow your advice and hopefully it will work out well.
..Roger...
...ding about a week paddling in the Turrialba area. I am having trouble finding someone who will just rent boats without a guide and tour. Can anyone make some recommendations?...
... past that once you paddled it a few times. I wish I had not gotten rid of my Vista.
Walden sold the boats with the name. Of course someone about ran the brand into the ground and ruined the boats...
... with copper I would wait a while for the young one also do you know what they call tandems? Divorce boats!!!! If your both new to Kayaking get some experience before taking one on. a Canoe howeve...
...k useful.Im working out the process of building a SOF kayak in my head.
http://www.wolfgangbrinck.com/boats/woodlore/
boatwood.html ...
... almost 34 years ago. It's been to the BWCA over 12 times and it still looks great.
IMHO, strip boats are just as suitable for tripping as kevlar - and there easier to fix if you do damage th...
...ual Kayak /Canoe builders rendezvous is the weekend of June 5th to the 7th. Come and see some beautiful boats!!! On Lake Michigan shoreline at Holland Mi....
...e,Tandem kayaks are harder to control if you dont have experience They are commonly called "divorce boats" A canoe will be more forgiving if you are learning to paddle together....
...nt to spend? I really cant answer you question until you provide a little more info as there are tons of boats for different needs that will fit you. Jules...
I have two micro poke boats that I could part with. They are virtually untippable (is that a word?) easy to learn on, fun, fun, fun.
Check out the Old Town site. Their ABS boats are known to be the strongest hull on the planet. We have a Discovery 169 that has been severely abused for 5 years and we've never had a problem. We ...
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