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one of the most enjoyable times of my life was when our family income revolved around paddling (among other things)- my father worked...

What part of your stroke is causing the excessive noise? All the hunters I know prefer outboards. Alan

Sorry Tony, maybe we can get back to that but I'm curious: I've never paddled with a bent shaft and I rarely use an in-water recovery...

When you look in the dictionary for the word relaxing, there should be a link to a James Carey video.

I've always heard "do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life" but, at least to me, getting paid to paddle (and...

Just a little history from a former Manitoban. The Flin Flon Trout Festival was actually one of the major canoe races in Canada at the...

Pick a hot day. You'll likely be surprised how quickly the muscle memory returns. Not long ago I guided some friends on the lower...

Finally got my new tripper out to get the feel with a known load. With 5 gallons of lake astern, the load is about 300 lbs, about 35-40...

I have been cleaning up my canoes recently, varnish, new paint and new spruce gunnels. I even was able to fix a slice in the canvas to...

What kind of gel coat damage are you getting? Scratches or chipping? Dynel will certainly provide you with abrasion resistance but...

I'm unfamiliar w/ G-flex 650 (I'm unsure what G-flex I bought & it's at the boat shop so I can't check tonite). I used the G-flex that...

Weather seems to be relenting a bit. High "feels like" today is 92F at 2pm. Humidity is bearable with some breeze. Partly cloudy at 4...

@Erica just finished this series. Fantastic trip report, you had me on the edge of my seat. It takes work to put these together...

I'm interested to see if he takes a layover day to hike on the center island. I know that was the plan (especially if he became wind...

Looks like he's making good progress. If anyone wants to trip vicariously, you can do so here: https://share.garmin.com/Grumpy