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Good input Mike, thanks for that. I've been going with a home made wooden rack the last few years (no cap), and while I'm not wild about the forward overhang, my boat's only 14'6", and the bow ends up just a smidge beyond the windshield. I did have a problem with bow clearancewhen I went to a...

Just picked up a nice flat roof fiberglass truck cap for my Tacoma, and will definitely want a rack for it. I've searched the topic a bit and see that some people prefer one rack mounted on the cab, and the other on the cap; but for the moment I'm thinking both crossbars on the cap. Looks like...

What does one do with the Penetrol to help with the oxidation?

For now: I cut a simple rectangle of ensolite to fit between the pads I have installed; lo and behold it's a nice friction fit, and worked fine for me today, and I appreciated the coverage. The removable piece doubled as a luxury sit pad, and carries easily on my daypack. I'd like a cleaner...

All helpfull. I feel good about having options; think I'll save solvents for a last or final step. The Trillium will likely be up on the rack in the shed in a couple/few weeks, and temps are not so favorable for glue set up now, so will see if it's a now or in the spring thing. I'd still cut...

I glued in some pads with Wildwood contact cement, which went well, but... I'm finding I'd really like more coverage than the pads I cut. I can patch in a couple more pieces to do that, but would prefer to take these off and glue in two larger pieces (I like to leave a channel in the middle for...

Another variable on qualification here. Certainly, I began paddling avidly and frequently in the mid 80's, in my mid 30's, living in the Adirondacks; thru to around the turn of the millennium. Then, a period of around 10 years of only occasional outings, due to an assortment of life issues. My...

Good reminders about the spare; I'd gotten a little casual about that. I've given up on laying the paddle across the gunwales; I always lay it down lengthwise in front of me, with the blade horizontal in the bow and the shaft on the thwart ( this is in my solo). Grip is right in front of me. I...

Early 80's, in my late 20's. I was working in a bike/ski/paddle shop in Plattsburgh, NY. We only had a boat or two in stock, but could order them. The Mad River rep came by occassionally, and was a really nice guy; I got a kevlar Malecite, mist green, wood trim, and I loved it. Later sold it to...

First time I can recall was at a summer camp in Maine. I was maybe 12 years old, in the mid sixties. They took us on an overnight (maybe two nights) on a quiet river.Vaguely recall some practice on the camp lake to get us acquainted beforehand.I loved it. I don't remember the boat; I'd guess an...

Most helpful; my thanks to all. Just got back from a magical few hours' paddle; used the Sanborn pre-oiling: think I'll sand down another four inches or so. Toss up for me now between Tung oil (which I have, but I don't know if it's pure) and Watco Exterior finish. There certainly are a bunch of...

I have grown to be a little annoyed by the friction I feel on my varnished paddle shafts. My Sanborn has an oiled grip, but varnished shaft. I've gone ahead and sanded the shaft down to bare wood, leaving 6" or so of the blade end varnished. went to the local hardware store intending to pick up...

Another genuine Thank You! for the good work. There must have been a whole lot of effort put in; it is appreciated.

Al, you might want to think twice before borrowing her V6's again ("Phoenix" in the ski world here)!

Here too. I was able to log in a week or two ago for a day, then not again till now. As I stated before, I'm aboard for staying with the site. My thanks and appreciation to those who are putting so much into it.

So, I received the paddle last week. Rutabaga excellent to deal with. I talked with Darren, the owner, who happened to have designed the paddle; as you might imagine, I could not have wished for friendly insight about the paddle. Shipped the same day I ordered it. the paddle itself is jaw...

Some good recommendations; I've looked at 'em all. I just ordered a Gillis from Rutabaga this afternoon, and it's already on it's way. Pretty excited to dip it in the water.

With a new solo (Trillium), I'm realizing that it's time to try a lightweight, wood, straight shaft for my touring and fledgling freestyle paddle. Have been using a sweet old "Sea-1" from Curtis Canoes in the '80's; It's pretty light (guesstimating 21 oz?) , nicely contoured palm grip, with a 5...

Yup, Rob needed some major surgery around 2010. Just spoke with Anne this morning, and they're doing OK; called about a boat but we always check in about life. Very fine of you to have helped Rob. Might you be Jim S? We may have been acquainted in our backcountry skiing days. I worked at Cascade...