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After ann extensive search I found a pad to fit my Swift bench seat, Im hoping to upgrade my NW Solo seat pad. Currently using an inflatable that is ok for short periods, a pain to inflate. Anyone found a durable, non-inflatable standard size pad that cushions decently?

We went for a sunrise paddle at the state park. Water was calm and pretty nasty upstream, less so in the bay. Discovered a new possible put in. The new boat is roomy. I’d like to try paddling sans mutt to get a better feel for it. My bent shaft paddle seemed short due to the width...

Can’t wait to get out in this with my dog. Only 25 lbs. The lip of the CF gunnels is on the inside, so my removeable yoke will work (gonna hot dip it. NS also moved the seat back and also separated the rear thwart from the seat, so my backrest should fit without moving the thwart. This boat...

I’m taking mostly freeze dried meals on my September excursions. They don’t fit real good in my Bear Vaults. Im wondering if there isn’t a better way to haul these meals, and if bears can even smell them inside their pouches. Anyone ever hear of a bear getting into sealed FD meals?

Subaru has taken pity on canoeists and offers nice roof rack rails on a couple 2025 models. We checked out a new Outback Wilderness yesterday. Wife test drove it and fell in love. Unfortunately, the good rails aren’t available on more affordable trims now, but that will change for 2026...

Me and the best boy got out this morning for a nice paddle. Lots of birds, including a bald Eagle, which are rare here in SW Ohio.

I envy Canadians who have the option of driving/paddling away from future apocalyptic conditions. Be it pandemic (most likely) or nuclear exchange, getting away from population centers and military industrial targets will be important, nearly impossible for most. Then there’s the whole...

Starlite hull with alloy trim. Foot brace and waterproof lining holes. Stored indoors, bottom recoated. Well-maintained, great condition $2,500

I have consistently overloaded my canoe on trips. I can no longer handle the weight of my kit and dog too. The magic just isn’t big enough. Looking at a Northwind solo or another Prism. Haven’t found one, seeking other options. Doesn’t seem to be many used canoes in this size category. Not...

My Swift P14 is “Expedition Kevlar.” Unfortunately, it’s about 12 lbs heavier than I consider ideal for portaging with a modestly loaded pack. The cracking of the gelt coat can also be problematic. I was just wondering what lighter-weight hull material folks would consider adequate for off...

Garage kept galvanized canoe trailer. Racks can be removed for utility usage. Bearings serviced yearly. Shackles replaced in 2025. Good tires. Tracks like a dream. $3250.

Still trying to trim my load. Considering sans tent. Saves about 7lbs with footprint, vestibule, etc. I would still take my lightweight tarp. Anyone else do this for summer trips?

I’m having a hard time finding a good online source for NTS maps. I know I once had a good source, but can’t find the site. Anyone have a good current source?

I’m wondering if thickened Gflex is good for patching gouges in Gelcoat boats. The soapy, crumbly nature of the coating is what concerns me.

Not sure where this crack came from, but it looks like it could be from hauling in wind, which I’ve done plenty recently. Any reason to worry about this? Any repair advice? I was thinking of sanding and recoating the bottom, but I’m not familiar with Gelcoat.

Anyone used one of these newfangled mattresses?

My trailer needs some load stops to center the entire canoe over the box. Otherwise, the only way to keep the canoe in place is to strap it near the edge. I’m basically looking for a hack. After cruising the local hardware stores, have some ideas, but nothing clean and easily adjustable...

With the price of vehicles, gotta make my travel car last. New struts and a new roof rack are necessary. This rack should be quieter. My buggy just got to 100K, still towing well (knocking on wood). My former roof rack and a nice Yakima hitch goalpost roof rack are free to anyone wanting them.

After my recent encounter with gravity induced loosening of my yoke mounts, I’m wondering how I can augment my seat insert mounts. I’ve been traveling with the Backsaver and pad attached. Speeds things up at the put-in. Always done it. My idea: Strategic injection of Gflex with the canoe...

I’ve got a bunch of old Yakima and some Thule racks that a good man can come by to my Ohio home and pick up for free. • Yakima and Thule goal post hitch racks • Two 78” steel round load bars • Miscellaneous feet including Thule Gutter feet I’ve modernized my carrier again and need to...