I've had my Bruce Smith paddle for over 3 years, an Ottertail made of cherry with walnut. A great cruising paddle with flex and snap, I especially with my graphite Wenonah Voyager.
I've used coffee presses made by GSI and other brands, some of which produced just OK tasting coffee. Most generate a mess that drives me to use SPUX Via. While Via is a good substitute, it's just not 100 percent. I eventually purchased an Aero Press, the original which is lighter than the...
I also found the moves Mason mentioned helpful when paddling my graphite Wenonah Voyager. In fact, I utilize lean turns quite a bit similar to that of when I lean turn in my 18', 10" kayak. I make sure my torso/head is center and I drop my left or right leg to help turn, especially when...
I love my Headstrong harness on my 60 liter barrel, but no longer made (maybe can find one on eBay); http://www.canoewateradventuring.ca/packs.html
Just picked up a North Water Quick Haul Harness for under $100 from ComfyKayak.com, and seems pretty comfortable...
Hi DSIL!
I've been using Wenonah's gel filled seat cover on my Voyager for a number years now and it's great. Before you commit to a somewhat permanent installation, you may want to check it out. It's adjustable and we actually have two which are also used on our kev-light Sundowner.
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I stored the sheath my knife arrived with and only use the Kydex sheath to help avoid dulling the blade edge. The back or spine of the BK-14 is used to spark with the fire steel. While the powder coat does protect the knife from rust, it will be removed by using the fire steel. Some...
The Ka-Bar BK14 is what I use. Its strong, light, form fitting and with a 710 kydex sheath complete with a fire steel, it's a perfect knife for tripping and even backpacking. I also equipped mine with custom handles, also very lightweight...