Boat Forum / Paddle Boats / July 2005

Since i can't watch slalom events in Europe is there a place to get DVD
of Slalom (paddle instructions , etc ) ?

Can you believe it!  Cigarette boat racing in the Apostle Islands
of Lake Superior on July 30th 2005.  Check it out at
www.apostleislandspokerrun.com.  3000 hp machines running up to
100 mph.

I've had a Nimbus Solander since the late 80s, which I've enjoyed
immensely. But the rubber cover on the bow hatch is deteriorating and
needs replacement. I measured it, and its outside diameter is 8".
However, the replacement round hatches I've found on the web are 7.5".

Just joined this group.  Anyone out there from Ohio?  I'm always
looking for kayaking trips with folks.  Happy paddling!  ~Kathy

My family will be traveling to Seattle area in August for about a week,
and we're looking for a relatively calm water to paddle around.
I'll be the only one to have taken an introductory kayaking class by
then, so I like to keep it safe and not cause trauma to the kids.  No

Looking for 3 day 2 night + trip in Midwest (prefer MI/IN) with good
current, and minor rapids for multiday paddle adventure.
I am primarily going to scout in Michigan where I live now, but if you have
input on any rivers good for a 3 day or so trip otherwise we want to camp on

I have a used Mad River Outrage X for sale.  It has NRS float bags and
the outfitting is also Madriver.  I am asking $800 obo.  It has been
stored in my garage during the summer and basement during the winter,
Wood Gunwhales.

Is it possible to mount oarlocks on my heritage featherlight kayak?
I would like them to be removeable for transport, but offer another
method of exercise.  I mainly kayak on the Missouri River in ND no
white water for me.  Thanks, M

Anyone know how to contact "Bomber Gear"? Google didn't do it.

I have a houseboat that I'd like to take out some this
winter, and I'd like to have a small wood stove to use
in it. All the small wood stoves I've been able to find
have been camping related, so I'm asking for advice

Does anyone have tips on removing end caps from a Yakima rack cross bar?
Mine are stuck on pretty good and after many tries it seems like they will
tear up before they come off.
Appreciate it,

I actually live in an Arab neighborhood...but all these security
precautions are making me ticked off!  Sorry if folks are offended, but
I'm becoming increasingly resentful myself...was looking forward to
paddling and taking pictures, and now feel inconvenienced just by the

I am a kayaking newby and I have been offered a Pyranha 255 H3 which I am
told is in good nick.  I've also been told to move fast as it is a desirable
model. I want to do flat water day touring mainly and while some people say
the H3 is a 'long' boat, others say it is only long ...

I moved to Athens, GA recently and realized the Middle Oconee River is
only 150 yards through my back yard.  Very thick trees and brush.  I
am anxious to discover the river with the proper craft.  I have been
told a canoe is about the only boat that can maneuver the slight white

In July 2001 the Met Office opened a new "Centre of Excellence" in
Aberdeen, primarily to provide marine forecasts but it also provides
forecasts for mountain use, winter road conditions and aviation use.
By all accounts I've seen the centre has been successful, both