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I am thinking I might be able to pickup a similar Penobscot RX 16’ from the local nature center where I volunteer. It is a well used...

The Indian and I both had off a few days from school for the holiday and we donned the drysuits on and found open water. We usually do...

I'm glad you guys got it, for a while there I was afraid it was going to go over like a lead balloon, or more accurately a lead bulkhead.

Rather than break up the bulkhead, I suggest you consider adding a concrete skid plate on the bow. Concrete is a versatile material...

Yeah, I've been thinking about adding ballast too. My Yellowstone solo is a little light and twitchy. I've got this nice granite...

You should just get a trimming bow paddler. This guy is available:

I'm going to be completely honest and blunt here but that's about the dumbest thing I've ever heard. :) I always carry an empty dry bag...

You could drill some holes in the hull just abaft the bulkhead. That would let water into the bow and help trim the boat that way.

Wait until tomorrow to decide ;)

You got me…forgot what day it is🤣

Great thread Al! (it seems that retirement has left you with too much time on your hands LOL)

I'm not a psychiatrist, psychologist or therapist. I'm a retired cop and dealt with all of their patients on a more immediate basis.

For my next project, to improve the trim of my Bell Seliga Tripper I plan on removing the foam from the bulkhead and replacing it with...

Yes, 3 years ago. Even got to pole a makoro--wonderful experience. My daughter trying her hand (as a couple of hippos watched from a...

I stuff my lightweight nylon tents but always fold my small canvas wall tent.