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  1. Gamma1214

    Is this route doable for a novice solo paddler?

    You did the same route? I'd say your thoughts are at least as legit as anyone else's... no one else who's responded has even been to that park.
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    Is this route doable for a novice solo paddler?

    I have no experience w/ Temagami either but your mileage (kilometerage?) seems very reasonable as does the route selection to minimize wind and current. Planning for a rest day is good as well. I always plan one but have never (yet) actually taken one. I'll look forward to a possible TR to...
  3. Gamma1214

    What are you reading?

    Canoeing with the Cree by Eric Sevareid. I'm unsure how I've missed it up until now.
  4. Gamma1214

    Chestnut Pal for sale

    Wow, that's gorgeous! Seems cheap for what it is... wonder how long it will last?
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    A La Mer du Nord 2025

    Good. THOSE I can afford. (stooopid language barrier) :)
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    A La Mer du Nord 2025

    Forgive my ignorance but... VFI? Only "VFI" with which I'm familiar is a military interceptor which is beyond my budget.
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    What do you use to rustproof your wood stove in the off season?

    Sorry to be late (and have no experience with a hot tenting stove) but, if you're worried about it turning rancid, would smearing the stove with a light coating of Crisco work? Seems like it takes me a couple of years to go through a whole tub at home & it ages well. Maybe get it warmed up a...
  8. Gamma1214

    Rainy Lake, WA - Snowy day trip

    Great TR & certainly a unique setting. remind me to be mindful of this on any trip planning advice. :rolleyes:
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    Hood loop tie downs

    THAT, I could probably live with. I played with under-hood loops on the old Ranger & couldn't stand looking at the ropes. A single line to the center of the hood was acceptable (barely) and this set-up seems to be visually similar. I'll have to remember to try that if I ever feel the need to...
  10. Gamma1214

    Raising seat height in my new Esqiif Echo?

    Thread drift alert: I think everybody says "gunn-ells" despite the spelling. Is there anyplace that they say "gun-WHALES"?
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    Wasioto Whitehall (Skin on Frame Rowboat) Build

    Get the experience with this hull & re-evaluate afterward. It really doesn't take much change in hull shape to become "unique" although some minor tweaks may change handling characteristics significantly (for better or worse).
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    First Paddle in NW Solo

    Personally, I can't stand staring at ropes for hours on end so I tie around the hull at the first roof rack station and call it good. Very cool that the pup likes it and even better that you seem to.
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    Trip Recommendations in Northern Sask

    I'd think that it's absolutely OK to revive any old thread that seems relevant to your current inquiry or ability to provide updated information. (although, for the TR, please crop out the 'Yak ;)) IME, for Pike, Walleye and solitude, you can't go wrong in NW Ontario. @memaquay has provided...
  14. Gamma1214

    Removing duct tape residue

    Woo-hoo, let's get patchin" :)
  15. Gamma1214

    Bears and Meals

    and if not... I guess it makes the TR more interesting.
  16. Gamma1214

    Thoughts on double bladed paddles from a somewhat experienced double blader.

    No. Use a single blade... like a man. (sorry, I couldn't resist. OK... I suppose that I could, but what fun is THAT?)
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    Bears and Meals

    I think the safe bet is to assume that the bear can smell it and will eat whatever is available. I guess barrels or vaults are required now in the BWCA but I'd still hang. (Better safe than hungry)
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    Old Alabama paddler says hello.

    Welcome. I'll look forward to seeing where you wind up. I've been focused North due to limited vacation time but retirement isn't too far away (I hope) and I'll spend winters to the South at that point.
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    "Rina Sen: Mastering the Rapids, Shaping the Future of Indian Canoe Slalom"

    Welcome. Others would know better than I but I can't remember another CT member from your neck of the woods. Congrats on a highly successful career so far and I hope you find continued success. I also hope you stick around as your geographic area is unique as is the perspective of an...
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    A Raven from Scratch

    Stopped by the shop after horses and took a few pics. I add this for anyone considering wood gunwales but finds fitting them intimidating: I use 2 piece gunwales because the thought of getting the compound angle correct in the first try would scare the bejesus outta me. For 16 foot(ish)...
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