Recent content by WonderMonkey

Like others, I use Garmin's InReach to send breadcrumbs to a map so she can see where I was at last if something unexpected happens, such as being overdue, etc. On one occasion, we handled a vehicle situation with my daughter over the texting feature. She feels better if there is a way to locate...

I hear what you are saying about not feeling stable, but I think I'll get over that quickly. I'll take it to a shallow lake and get it up on edge and practice my strokes and generally get a feel for it so when I go on a trip it's not my first time. I do recall the first time I got in a kayak and...

For the Swift I was between the Expedition Kevlar and Glad you found that needle in the haystack! I'm also in Ohio, but closer to Dayton. I feel the Phoenix or the Solo would work, given what I'll be doing, and I'll deal with the slight deficiencies as needed. I haven't bought yet, though, and...

I won't be able to buy now so go ahead and make the purchase! Then let me borrow it!

Did you put thwarts in to compensate for the loss of structural strength by removing the seats?

Stupid gravity! We are similar in size. If I bought a boat like the Solo Plus, I'd take the bow and stern seats out. I do not want partners in the boat with me, specifically a certain person I really like but have difficulties with as a person in the same boat as me. On long and stressful...

I wanted to mention that you all have been very helpful. Things to think about, alternatives, etc. I appreciate your participation.

Good approach. Doing this and also carrying small weights in the hand simulates paddles, poles, etc. Grip strength and endurance can be worked on at the same time. If it's not a treacherous portage, I carry the canoe and wear a pack at the same time as others do. I want to feel confident and...

Something that isn't often mentioned in discussions like this or that gets a flame response is getting stronger before you go on the trip. This won't suddenly help you single-portage, but if you are close to doing so, it will help. Sure, we all need to be "in shape" before a trip, but actually...

This is my question as well. To the OP, if this happens again, put your canister inside your coat or jacket to warm it and the contents up, then try again.

You are my kind of classless fella!

Thanks for this.

It is seeming like if I had to purchase blind, that it would. I know we don't want that, but things are pointing that way.

You are right; my experience with what works (for me) and what doesn't is low. I've MADE everything work so far, but I don't know what "good" is yet. I'll add a bit of canoeing experience to what I've mentioned, and that's a generic recreational downriver canoe trip, the kind you go to a livery...

It has that as the product details.