[Lynda Froese]

Thanks for the word of warning, Heather. Yes, we definitely aim to be back before 5. It’s sounds like you had a stressful end to your Fraser River trip. I’m glad it worked out alright in the end.

[Heather Kirk]

Hi Don and Lynda,

I can’t come tomorrow but I want to warn you that if for any reason you are delayed, you should be sure you’ll be back before 5. I know how experienced and careful you are but I want to tell you that Iveta and I almost got caught out when we did a reconnaissance trip on the 17th on the Fraser. On the way back to the launch site the current was quite strong against us and slowed us down to the point that we had to paddle really hard to get back to Derby Reach before it was dark. The temperature plummeted as soon as the sun went down and by the time we had the boats loaded it was dusk and really cold. It was 4:50. The gates of the park were closing at 5. If we had not made it back before the gates closed, it would have become a police incident. That’s the way it has to be. If the ranger finds some empty cars with no owners, he/she has to call the police and they instigate a search. I know this for a fact because it happened to some friends and I when we got delayed on the Hanes Crossover hike a number of years ago.

It’ll be a really nice day tomorrow and I wish I could join you. Have a fun and safe trip!

Heather.

[Lynda Froese]

Hi John,

Yes, tomorrow, the 27th. I thought I had added a reply specifying that, but it looks like it didn’t post.

[John Nick]

Hi Linda, I’m assuming you are paddling Monday January 27th?

John Nick

[Lynda Froese]

Don and I are planning to do a day paddle around Anvil Island with a possible stop on Gambier. Leaving Porteau Cove midmorning. Contact us if you are interested in coming along.

[John Nick]

Is this forum up and working?

Does anyone want to go paddling Sunday January 26th 2025?

[Sue Johnson]

Kevlar, 18’3”, Mango top, white bottom, black strip. Serial # 0407220-457. Purchased new around 2005, pristine condition / ‘like new’ to this day.

Accessories

Ankra tiedown straps,
Werner paddle and Nimbus Kiska paddle,
Stohlquist PFD,
spray skirt,
pump, sponge,
mountable deck compass
standup night light,
towline,
paddle float,
dry bags,
coastal navigation charts, chart case
kitchen items
MSR dromedary bag,
paddle jacket size M
farmer john size M/L
gloves,
VHF – Standard Horizon Submersible HX 270S
carry bag

Kayak and accessories in excellent condition given they were well loved but seldom used, plus all were stored in heated garage. Included is everything one needs for a day paddle or expedition.

Selling as a package for Thom Kline, $4200. Contact Sue directly, sujohn@telus.net, North Vancouver for photos or more info.

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thank you. Yes these are the kinds of things I’m thinking of. Now to find the bow and stern line tie down points!

[John Halliday]

Yes. See link below for clear picture

https://westerncanoekayak.com/malone-channeloader/

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thanks for sharing that photo! This looks like what I want to use. I can’t see in the photo. Is it suction cups that hold it in place?

[John Halliday]

For stern line, I use the tow bolt that comes with the vehicle. Found in the spare tire compartment. It has thread on one end and an eye on the other. On rear “bumper”
there is a small hatch cover that can be removed. The bolt is threaded inside the hatch.

For front I use 2 short loops of webbing that attach to the vehicle under the hood on the edges of the engine compartment on either side. Then I tie the bow line between the 2 webbing loops. These loops are commonly available in kayak/canoe shops. because I live out the valley I go to Western Canoe Kayak.

[John Halliday]

I use a roller from Malone and a large foam block

[Quirine Schuyff]

Another question;

my new car also doesn’t have the loops for bow and stern lines.  It s a Subaru forester.   Any ideas where and how to tie?

[Quirine Schuyff]

I’m selling the cross bars I had on my older model Rav4 which did NOT have roof rails. These attach to the body of the car in the door opening. Ad here:

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/pts/d/vancouver-roof-racks-cross-bars-sport/7814291363.html

[Quirine Schuyff]

Yeah I kind of agree Nick. I think they are a silly added feature that likely causes extra repair costs. You used to be able to remove (some of) them pretty easily but it seems newer models you cannot as the brake light is embedded in there. Still, maybe I can check that out.

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