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After finally finding some free time, I got busy with this hull redo/repair. I chipped, scraped and sanded off As Much as I possibly could. I’d spend a little time here n there after work or while grilling some food and remove what I could. I read through this post, other posts and what...

outstanding weather, full lake to ourselves, abundant wildlife, sunburns, lost lures/fishing net and spectacular views. The map showed 7-8 sites, but we only found two. Our site claimed #1 of 3, so maybe the rest are overgrown or non existent. Seemed to be that way for a few lakes here

I reached out to NS and they, as always, had some good information for me. They also mentioned that it does not look like the same stuff (vinylester) that they use. So this morning, I ordered the correct vinylester from North Star. Today and a few hours last weekend, I started to prep it for...

I use 303 on the cuffs to help them from drying out and needing to be replaced. Pretty much what you said, but I don’t use it on the cuffs for any UV protection. Something someone showed me a while back, and I’ve maintained the habit.

I think that it does add UV protection, but maybe not as much as they claim. I do, however, think that the oils penetrate really well into roto boats or the gaskets on dry wear. I’m sure there’s alternatives, but the gaskets are where I really see 303 it work

The hesitation comes from a lot of things happening at once for us. Major vehicle repair has put us down to one vehicle. And our camp van needs new fuel lines, so my wife is hesitant to spend the money on this when we could be doing some vehicle work. Valid reasoning. I think she’ll come...

Almost a new owner of a used, but we’ll kept 1999 red Explorer in royalex. Almost because I haven’t quite convinced my wife that we actually do need this. If we don’t get it, the seller is posting it for double the price.

I’m going to look at what I think is either a Malecite or Explorer, hoping for Malecite, in the next few days. It’s been maintained pretty good from my understanding. I already know I want this, but I won’t know the material until I go and see it. The seller mentioned she had reached out to MR...

Being physically beat down is so hard to manage, it goes straight to your head. It’ll ruin a good time real quick! And being real sick for a few days, no thanks! Not even your favorite low key movies will save you. I definitely try to stay active. Snowboarding, snowshoeing but especially the...

This is kind of a tough one because it is safe for your composite boats, neoprene or latex gaskets on your dry suit. It’s non petroleum based so there won’t be any trails left behind in the water or have any short/long term effects on aquatic life. Which makes me feel a little better about using...

I have one lightweight insulated mug that I use from camping to coffee shops to home use. It doesn’t have the insulating properties quite like a yeti, but long enough for me to enjoy my tea or coffee. It’s also nice to feel the warmth through it on those cooler days/nights sitting around a...

Astral Brewer for most paddling days, barefoot inside or a thin wool sock for extended portages (light cush). The grip on Astral is phenomenal. I’d wear Astrals while river surfing/river SUPing and my feet never left the board even while I was dunking under. Chaco Z2 sandals also come along on...

I usually throw a few small white lies out there, knowing they’ll it circle back around and she’ll get more details. Maybe not always all of them. I haven’t really had to say much in regards to canoeing related items, but bike and snowboard, yes, all of the time.. 😑 We have joint and separate...

I’m constantly, and endlessly thinking about canoeing. The stories from everyone on here. The maintenance and diy tasks. The jokes and kindness from everyone. You can tell it’s a community on here, from the oldest members to the newest members. From the most skilled to the brand new guy or girl...

We do accumulate stuff. It happens, especially as hobbies or life changes. I don’t know how many people I could give skis and snowboards to. How many wood working projects I could start. A lot of us basically have a gear store in our homes, and the inventory hasn’t stopped rolling in. My buddy...

I was going to say that almost every time I’ve been in the Porkies, a wolf would howl and quiet the coyotes down. Never seen one there, only seen tracks and heard them. Same with paddling Pukaskwa or LSPP

Real name is Eric, but I shortened it to Erk for social media purposes. Always been a fan of Viking or old folklores, as well as getting out and exploring. Land or water. I also have some unfortunate red in my beard. 🤷🏻‍♂️

We don’t have a hall closet, so the mudroom has become that sort of thing. Combination mudroom, closet, gear closet. So most camping, paddling, outdoorsy gear is in there.

I purchased two used canoes in pretty good shape within the last few years. One Kevlar, two years old at purchase. And one fiberglass, roughly 34 years old at purchase, garage kept and never used for most. Both canoes were priced great, and both needed some minor work. Seat/thwart/yoke repair...

I forgot to mention I use Smartwool, Ridge merino, and Arc’teryx base layers. I have also used the brand from Target, they have a “low-med-high” warmth rating. It works and it’s inexpensive.