Recent content by sailsman63

I turtled a Hobie 14 once... CLC also has an interesting article regarding the development and history of their canoe sail rig. It talks a little about what kinds of hull it works best with, and why the thing can't perform like a Hobie. From the bits and pieces, I suspect that a va'a would...

So, just to be clear, they allow you to pull back on the foot bar?

Always fun to see a new build. I'm feeling rather silly - why haven't I - or other strip builders, for that matter - thought of that? We were so close! It looks like it's working well. The hull seems to be turning out very fair, and you've got good consistency in the strip layup. (Easier time...

The build looks nice! I hope you get to enjoy paddling her. Did the CF Composite version ever see water? I do feel you on the "No desire to build". At least, I'm not enthused about strip built at this time - I have a different strategy in the works for this fall/winter. I've had similar...

Small project that should prove useful for my most common paddling partner. My dad's not really a paddler, but he's always been a good sport, and come out with me for short durations, as long as there's a chance of some fishing. However, he's always been uncomfortable in a canoe. After a bit of...

Lovely build! I like the look of that fix. I think that you'll be glad of those maple plugs. You'll have to let us know how you like having a solid inwale like that. I've always done the spacer-block thing both for tie-points and to make it easier to pour water out. (There's always a bit that...

Haven't tried it, but according to the ingredient list, the Duluth pack cleaner is just an enzyme cleaner with some fancy labeling. You can get such in the laundry aisle at your local big-box.

Just for clarity, if you made this decision due to ring porosity, be aware that all drying oils - BLO, Tung Oil, Hemp Seed, and any of their processed variants are going to have the same "Doesn't get into the pores, doesn't film over them" thing going on.

Who says that BLO isn't good for paddles? It's my preferred finish for the shaft and grip areas. Some bits of context: BLO is a drying oil, it reacts with oxygen to harden. (Basically a slow, self-fueled baking process) Coconut oil is not a drying oil. It will just stay goopy, melt on hot...

I actually had to look them up. ACA: established 1880. Provides very broad-based support for paddlesports in general, including SUP (paddleboards) and rafting, at every level from casual recreational paddling to upper-level competition. (They're the governing authority for the USA Olympic...

Thanks for sharing! Looks like you had lovely scenery and weather, Those narrow bits look like the kind of water I like to find when I can. That Junebug intrigues me, as it's right about the size that I'd like in a solo. A little disappointed in the promo copy on Savage River's website. Are...

Looks like a little mini tank, which is probably a good thing for your use! Nice and stable as a support/recovery for younger paddlers. Glad you're getting some use out of it. No clue about the model - others may chime in. Those cracks are splits in the gelcoat, which serves to provide a...

Yikes! Always remember to respect the wildlife! I think that they were very lucky that she seemed more intent on making her point and removing the little ones from the situation, less focused on actually driving that charge home.

Thank you for the responses so far! Yeti brand are available locally for me (Which means that I can handle them) and they definitely feel more robust than the cheap brands I've experimented with in the past. Good to know they aren't all hype. I absolutely empathize with @Pinecones and @Erica...

I've had some poor luck with various Vacuum Insulated drink containers. My latest ($17 TAL from wal-mart) was decent until it took a header off of the workbench. It tapped a piece of timber on the way down, and took a small dent that breached the stainless outer wall. No more Vacuum. Anyone...