Recent content by Cheeseandbeans

The kids and family activities take up the majority of my free time, but I enjoy fishing, hunting, woodworking, car/truck/motorcycle restoration, and using old tractors even though new ones are more reliable. There has often been a cloud of obscenities hovering over my snow filled driveway while...

I agree with Chip. I applaud your determination to get this back on the water, but this would require dozens of hours and still may not be suitable for an extended trip. I’m guessing some of the foam core and original RX layers may be compromised. You would be adding quite a bit of weight with...

Large Tegaderms are nice for keeping a wound waterproof. They are the film that goes over an IV site if you’ve had one. Bob

I will join if I’m available. Bob

Winchester Lake is beautiful. It flows into Park Pond which flows into Stillwater. This was the backup water supply for Collinsville Axe factory when the Farmington River was running low many years ago. There are some old growth stumps that can still be seen in Park Pond when it was clear cut...

Yes, Sherman is not too far away from me. I have never paddled Candlewood Lake, but have fished it many times. There is very little boat traffic on the north side after Labor Day. I always launched near Squantz Pond. Squantz may be an option for a group paddle if the wind is up on any pre-chosen...

Hi Mike-welcome to the site. I have repaired canoes in much worse condition. Your plan seems reasonable as far as durability. Only you know if it is worth your time. You will never get a significant amount selling the hull after it’s new again, but it may be worth it to learn new skills and...

Civil War- Shelby Foote Bob

Beautiful job. It looks great. Nice job on the gunnel fitting. Always a bit tricky for me. Bob

Thanks. It’s a Nova Craft bootlace seat from Rutabaga - https://www.rutabagashop.com/products/nova-craft-bootlace-seat?_pos=7&_sid=9979381aa&_ss=r I like how fast they dry and are comfortable. Bob

Beautiful. Nice find! Bob

I picked up this late 90’s RX 16’ Penobscot a couple years ago on eBay with the intention of turning it into a solo river tripper. I am planning a Maine trip this fall so I finally put it together a couple weeks ago. New grab handles, thwarts, seat and trusses, back band pad eye attachment...

My kids (now nine and eleven) have been paddling with me since they were 4 or 5. I never pushed it, but always asked if anyone wants to come went I go out. I usually get one taker for a trip around our small lake. I have made paddles for them that are size appropriate so that they can...

I will be there Wednesday through Saturday. I haven’t decide which canoe to bring, but I keep telling myself I’m not coming home with another. I’m in Franklin as well. Looking forward to it. Bob

I’m glad you guys were able to get on the river. It sounds like the trip was more adventurous than anticipated! Thanks for sharing it. Bob