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Yes, the wilderness package is available on the CT, but they also have better standard rails than the OB. I don’t know who thought up...

I’ve used all the various methods identified in this thread ay one time or another depending on the situation. Any of them would be good...

I think one foot in the middle is best, but I sometimes use a method that can be summarized as "aim your arse at the seat." I most often...

I thought the one I borrowed for an hour to very comfortable.

Yeah, I've always wondered if they really help.

I assume you mean something like this shaft? Werner makes quite a few, but they top out at 240cm.

I think that canoe deserves ash gunwales. Surely there's a local or semi local hardwood supplier who will sell you a plank. If you have...

Anyone tried a double bent in a canoe? Is it possible to get one long enough?

I guessing you missed the thread a few months ago on DBs, this may get interesting .... again. I started using a DB with my Freedom...

I've been using that Hornbeck technique, mostly for getting out. I recommend it to my bow paddlers for getting in and out, while I hold...

Welcome. I tend to use a hybrid of some of the above and, as mentioned, you should experiment to see what works best for you. I...

I'd like to see him do that video on a shore with waves coming in, or a river bank that drops off quickly. From what I've seen watching...

I use some of techniques above but find I like knee deep water. That's with Tranquility. You said Swift Prospector 14. I have same in...

You will develop a system that works for you the more times you do it. As with most canoe related things, just go paddling and you’ll...

I find it much easier to get up and out from a kneeling position. Lean forward with a hand on each gunnel. Bring one knee up so you...