[Calvin Sam]

Nimbus Seafarer Ocean Touring Kayak for Sale
Designed for the larger longer legged paddler. Handles well in rough weather and surf.
L: 16’8” Beam: 24” Vol: 414 L Weight: 50 lbs Age: 1988 stored inside and in very good condition
Top Kevlar, bottom fiberglass. c/w red nylon skirt & black cockpit cover. Price: $ 1,150.00

Paddles also for sale
New Wave – Mistral 1-piece 90” / 228 cm (Blue/White) Fibreglass. – make me an offer
Nimbus – Wave Walker > Split 91.5” / 230 cm (Black/Yellow) Fibreglass.  –  $150.
Nimbus – Niska > Split 95.5” / 240 cm (Black) Carbon Fibre. –  $250.

Reply via email calvin.sam@me.com or text me at 604.561.7629

[Clark Perry-Bater]

Hi Cynthia, I’ve bought gaskets at MEC a few times. I just checked, and they still have them on their website https://www.mec.ca/en/product/1906-320/Latex-Neck-Gasket?org_text=gasket. You can call to see if they have any in stock.
I’ve replaced the gaskets on my dry suit a few times. As long as you have some Aqua-Seal glue and  don’t mind making a mess, I found the process not too difficult. I used a large balloon to keep the neck open when I replaced that gasket. I might’ve used a lightbulb or something similar in the wrist and ankle gaskets. If you want any other info or help with it, give me a call – 604-434-2294

[Kelly Robertson]

My experience is with diving drysuits.  Brooks is a local manufacturer and they used to service other brands, but I don’t know if they still do.  I would also assume that most dive shops would offer the service.  The manufacturer of your drysuit may also have recommended service providers.  The last option is to do it yourself, but it involves nasty chemicals.

[Former Member]

Nikki Rekman in Chilliwack did a good job of installing gaskets in my suit a few years ago.   Not sure if she still is providing this service.

Her email address is info@rekman.ca

[Former Member]

I recently had a wrist gasket replaced at Coast Outdoors in North Van.

[Cynthia Materi]

Does anyone know where I can get new gaskets put on my dry suit?  Would really appreciate any help.
many thanks, Cynthia

[Former Member]

Prodigy XS kid / smaller person boat. lightweight, maneuverable, stable. Bought new 5 yrs ago (approx $620). Excellent boat for kids. Used it to take my son paddling for day trips, Gulf Islands touring. been in the water (sadly) about 10 times. Check Paddling.net for reviews. Price includes skirt, pump, throw line, paddle.   asking $450 including paddle, skirt, pump, throwline

Adrian

778-828-0547

[Kapila Jayaweera]

If anyone looking for a GPS to do hiking, kayaking or boating this may be a good option. Original price over $850.00 now Costco.ca selling for $687.00 till April 7th.

Also this model works with newer Garmin BlueChart G3 but not G2 series.

This was confirmed by Garmin Technical support that Blue Chart G3 series works with Montana 700.

https://www.costco.ca/garmin-montana-700-rugged-gps-touchscreen-navigator.product.100706347.html

You can BlueChart g3 Canada Micro SD card from MEC for $175.00

https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5024-601/BlueChart-g3-Canada-Micro-SD-SD-Card?org_text=garmin%20blue

Here is Garmin Montana 600, 700 model comparison.

https://www.gpscentral.ca/products/garmin/montanaseriescomparison.html

 

[George Prevost]

At 7:00 p.m. on March 22, BC Marine Trails will be hosting a presentation on kayak fishing by JF Marleau, owner of SKILS paddle sports training and consulting business.  The cost of the presentation is $9.99, with all proceeds to support BC Marine Trails and their First Nations Engagement Program.  For more details and to sign up, visit https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/news/events-and-calendar/speaker.

[Former Member]

Hi Mike,

I’m interested for rolling practice.  Which location would this be at?

Karen J

[Philip Kubik]

Hello Kevin,

I have used foam blocks directly on roof of a car a few times and my experience is similar to what Maureen described. You can probably get away with them in a pinch for short trips in dry weather at low speeds but problems are significant under other conditions.

In wet weather, water will wick down the straps into the car even if the door seals well.

At highway speeds or even long trips at low speeds, I found that the foam blocks slide on the roof even with bow and stern lines. If the straps are made tight, sliding is reduced but the roof will be dented more (not permanently for me). At highway speeds, the kayak is likely to shift diagonally.

[Sue Johnson]

I well remember the cooking weekend I attended ‘way back when – what a way to introduce new members to kayak cooking!

My recipe contribution is as follows:

QUINOA, CORN AND BLACK BEANS

1 teaspoon vegetable oil

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped

3/4 cup uncooked quinoa

1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

salt and black pepper to taste

1 can corn kernels

1/2 red pepper, diced

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in the onion and garlic, saute until lightly browned.
Mix quinoa into the saucepan and cover with vegetable broth. Season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.
Stir corn, red pepper and black beans into the saucepan. Simmer until heated through.
Top with cilantro and serve.

[Kevin Amos]

I am a MODO Carshare member and I have used vehicles with roof racks. However vehicles near me don’t have a rack, so was looking at options.

Here are images of the racks and how it attaches.

https://maloneautoracks.com/VersaRail-TM-Bare-Roof-Cross-Rail-System.html#tab_images

https://maloneautoracks.com/HandiRack-TM-Inflatable-Roof-Rack.html#tab_images

[Former Member]

Hello,

couple questions,  what type of vehicle and what does it have for roof hardware? Or just bare roof.
type of kayak , plastic, fiberglass, Kevlar ?
does your car have 4 corner attachment hooks or loops ? How far is your trip with the boats on the top of the car ?

when I rented from western and mec long time ago they just provided foam blocks. And then bow and stern lines and as in the photos straps inside the car.  It works but every car door jam and window design can be different.  Issues that I recall was the strap went in the window and most cars you couldn’t fully close window. As well strap had to be released to open door. Alternative was strap in the door jam but made it difficult to close door

in the links you have from western you have the suction cup cross bar. What was the plan to attach to that to hold the kayaks ?

 

[Maureen Benzon]

Hi Kevin,

I know people do this and have never heard first hand of anyone having a problem.

A friend used to travel from Coquitlam with foamies directly on her roof. Even with a good bow and stern line, the kayak would end up a diagonal on her roof. I did not like to drive behind her! When she bought a new car she made sure she had a decent rack.

You will get a drip into your car..

Most importantly, no one will rent you a kayak unless you have a roof rack, by which I deduce they identify it as a hazard on the road. Insurance is qualified by the load your rack is rated to carry.

 

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