[Peter Kearney]

Hi Roy,

I am back in West  Van this Tue.

Would love to see the kayak – what days/ times work for you?

Thanks, Peter

778-386-9070

pkktkearney@gmail.com

[Peter Loppe]

Keep your hands warm and paddle with pogies in cold weather.

I have several pairs for sale. $10 each pair.

Click here for pictures.  vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/bpo/d/pogies-for-kayaking-for-sale/6624912173.html

[Roy Morford]

This kayak is built with cedar strips which have been cut from planks and sorted so that the finished colour/grain variations are book matched on either side of the centre line, both on deck and hull. Since buying the boat in its current unfinished state I’ve built a small sailboat, some furniture and have many other projects are waiting in line. The Redfish King is a superb boat (I’ve paddled one in the past, that’s why I bought this one) and will stand out in a crowd when finished. I would like to recover the $500 I paid for the boat and see it go to a good home. The hard work is done and the cost to finish will be minimal. Adjustable foot pegs are included. It’s currently hanging in my garage in West Vancouver. If you are interested and would like to see her please let me know.

[Peter Loppe]

30 ft long security cable for sale. Secure your boat, kayak, SUP to the car roof.

$30.

Click here for a picture. vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/bpo/d/security-cable-30-ft/6594899694.html.

 

[Peter Loppe]

Used Chesepeake Mill Creek 16 stich & glue kayak for sale. Very stable boat. Well suited for paddling with children. Comes with rudder and cockpit cover.

$1,700 obo.

For pictures go to https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/van/boa/6624855503.html

[Walter Rosin]

I’m organizing an informal rescue practice session (no instruction) at Barnet Marine Park this Saturday at 9am followed by a short paddle in the area. The event was posted a week ago so it was not included in the June Newsletter. If you’re interested, you can e-mail me at walter.f.rosin@gmail.com or call me at 604-347-3484.

https://www.skabc.org/events-2/rescue-practice-session-june-2018/

-Walter

[Roy Morford]

I have a Redfish King cedar strip kayak almost finished. The hull and deck are finished but not yet joined. I am no longer able to complete this beautiful boat. Any offers? Thanks.

[Stephen Tarrant]

Here’s what I am talking about:

https://vancouver.craigslist.ca/rds/bod/d/nimbus-telkwa-hv-kevlar-ocean/6622242755.html

 

 

[Stephen Tarrant]

Hi Mark,

A few thoughts:   used, older,  full-length (16-18ft) fiberglass kayaks regularly seem to come up on Craigslist for sale in the $500-$800 range–and sell within a few hours.    I purchased mine for $650 a few months ago, and have seen two more similar deals since then.   You have to set up an app to notify you when a ‘hit’ comes up, and be ready to jump on it right away.

Sea Kayaking is an “aging” sport, lots of people retiring from it and selling off their boats,  often with lots of ‘kit’ (paddles, pfd’s, etc.) included.

Used folding boats seem to sell in the $2000 plus range.    If you don’t absolutely need a folder for storage reasons or because you need to strap it to your back to hike up to mountain lakes, consider a hardshell.     If it looks like a ‘beater’ it could probably live on foam pads on top of your van without getting stolen.

 

[Elisa Kreller]

Mark,

I have a Khatsalano which is 18 L x 22 W with multiple customized accessories (rudder, skeg, deckbag, paddlefloat, greenland paddle).  Beautiful on water performance.  My issue with a folding boat is the 30 t0 40 minutes assembly (and disassembly time).  Let me know if you’re interested in this model and I’ll provide more information.

Elisa

[Amanda Mitchell]

I have an Oru Bay and I love it. 🙂

People are often selling them through the Oru Kayak Owner’s facebook group and I have had a few friends who have purchased them second hand through craigslist or kijiji.

[Mark Riser]

Hey guys – I appreciate the responses… one question though — Isn’t Feathercraft out of business? ie replacement parts difficult to come by, no service, etc?

Thanks,
Mark

[Philip Kubik]

Hello Mark,

The following ad for a folding kayak was in the PIKA newsletter of May 15. I don’t know whether it is still available.

FOR SALE by club members!

Bruno is selling his  Feather-Craft, Kayak Big Kahuna

Length 14′ 9″, Beam 25″, Weight (35 lb.)

With Complete Travelling Pack, Folds nicely into compact Back Pack. Comes with Rotor.

8 years old.

Like Brand New, Excellent Condition, Stored Very Well, Very Stable.

Serious Buyer can arrange to view anytime.

Bruno Cell 604.616.3455.

Firm Price $2400.

Includes (portable paddles that fit into back pack, brand new dry sack, spray skirt

[R Steeves]

Hi Mark,

My Feathercrafts are basically ready to be viewed.

I can be reached at rstvs@telus.net for more detail.

Thanks,

 

[Mark Riser]

Hi everyone,

I’m an assistant overnight guide who completed his guide training this year in Haida Gwaii, along with 90-hrs of wilderness first aid and VHF. Unfortunately, with all these courses, money is pretty tight! So I’m looking for a good deal on a kayak so I can get out on the water on club trips. I would be keen to help on SKABC community trips, but I don’t currently have a kayak or racks on my van to hold one. So I was considering a folding kayak.

Not really sure which brands are considered reputable, and whether a folding kayak can keep up with a group of hard shelled kayakers. Hoping to make a good purchase decision now rather than having to backtrack.

Any ideas?

Thanks so much,
Mark Riser
SKGABC AOG – Paddle Canada Level 1 & 2 – 90 hr AWFA

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