[Calvin Sam]

Call out to SKABC Members. Have nothing planned on Saturday June 15th but you would love to be on the water.

We are still looking for one additional paddler for the Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Paddle. We have 3 shifts available still  for 0900h, 1200h, 1500h.

Please reach out to me Calvin 604.561.7629 outreach@skabc.org

Thanks

[Former Member]

[Former Member]

Nimbus Cygnet Kayak in good condition for sale. Fiberglass boat 15 feet.

See http://www.nimbuskayaks.com/cygnet.htm for full specifications.

[Former Member]

Just to clarify, I’m posting this on behalf of cindy_bouvet@icloud.com. You can reach out to Cindy for any questions you may have.

[Quirine Schuyff]

Is anyone on the currents course this weekend that would like to or is able to share a ride with me?

quisch@gmail.com

[Former Member]

Arluk IV with Complete Kayak Kit – $1250 (North Vancouver)

See Craigslist post for details.

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/nvn/boa/d/north-vancouver-arluk-iv-with-complete/6909360393.html

[Heather Kirk]

Oops! I forgot to say reply to heakirk@telus.net

Thanks!

[Former Member]

Where do we sign??

[Heather Kirk]

Meet at 7 AM. Circumnavigation of Bowen with a 7:30 launch from Whytecliff Park. Subject to weather and wind. This is a full day trip (22 nmiles) for intermediate to advanced paddlers. We expect to be back by 4 PM at the latest.

[Nick Heath]

We reserved a waterside campsite at Heron Rocks Camping Coop for Mon-Thu which could accommodate a further 4 people – (large self-sufficient tent camping on grass, no RVs. Cars are parked some distance away.) We are planning a variety of paddles from the site as well as hikes. This is a fabulous, privately-owned, natural site. It is usually hard for non-members like us to get a booking, except during early June. If other members wish to join us, they are welcome provided any additional camping fees are covered.  You would be responsible for your transport and food etc.

Please contact me directly if interested “treasurer2 at skabc etc”

[Nick Heath]

I’ve done the circuit twice with a kayak –  a tandem and a single and also with a canoe.  The canoe was easiest, because I built a big cart with 20 in. bike wheels that did a great job over  rough ground and was quick to set up. Just plop on top of the packs at each launch. Not so easy with kayaks!

Most kayak carts are not built for this type of use although they can be made to work ok. For the tandem, I broke the cart immediately but was able to rent one at the Park instead that was quite sturdy, but bulky. On a tandem, one can lash outsized things on the deck between cockpits. Our boat and gear were heavy.  With the single kayak, I used my standard metal-framed commercial cart that took a beating but did ok although it was hard on the boat.  The usual way I use a cart for a short hop is to place the cart aft of the cockpit and pull on the bow, being careful not to drag the stern. The adds weight to the load on your arm but it is at a reasonable height. Some of your portages you will be long, so you need to put the cart under the centre of gravity – approx at the cockpit- to reduce arm weight. This makes the bow quite low  and you are tall – hmmm – you will curse that low bow pull height unless the cart is taller than most of them. Also definitely rig good a good strap around the cockpit coaming – the wheels often don’t want to go where the boat is being pulled.

I’ve nothing against solid tires- one less thing to go wrong. I had problems with tire inflation on my trip – does the pump actually work on the valve (valves on some plastic wheels can be too short for mini-pumps to latch to) and can a flat be field repaired?

I’d suggest buying (or building) one, Bob, only because your ‘one time use’ is severe and probably  amounts to  more ‘abuse’  than most carts will ever see in their lifetimes!  Many a cart has broken here, even after Parks put in weight restrictions and upgraded the trail surfaces.

[Tony Clayton]

Hi Bob,

I have a pneumatic tired set that I would be happy to loan to you for your trip. Let me know if and when you would like to pick them up.

Tony.

[Former Member]

https://mecvancouver.pointofrentalcloud.com/portal/item/Wheeleez%20KayakCanoe%20Cart%20%20$%206%20%20day/679439

Not sure if link works

Mec 6.00 day or 30 week

costco has one but 63.00 range

https://www.costco.ca/Pelican-Kayak–SUP–Canoe-Cart.product.100248976.html

or I made my own as I don’t like those types because they support the boat from the middle on foam pressure points. Horrible design for fibreglass

I made one from the DIY thread, and put the webbing under and over the boat. And made quick release pins so that it can come apart

https://www.rei.com/blog/paddle/diy-kayak-cart

[Bob Salo]

I am kayaking the Bowron Lakes chain in July.  That means portaging my kayak.  I do not own wheels and am reluctant to buy new for a one time use.  Does anyone have wheels they could rent from July 13-27?   Bob Salo  besalo@telus.net or 604 465-8608

[Annette Muttray]

Hi Quirine. You can drop off your book with me. I live on 3rd Ave near McDonald. Text/call me at 604-612-1104 for the exact address. Cheers, Annette.

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