[Kallie Cunningham]

This is the last call for members interested in learning more and gaining confidence leading trips.

We require at least 2 more to sign up by 9 am Saturday or it will be cancelled. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. You do not have to be leading trips for the club in order to participate.

See the newsletter and training page for more information.

[Andrea Kovits]

Hi Selena,

On April 1st, 2025 I visited Steve of Nimbus on Quadra Island and asked about hatch covers. He says he needs to find a new source for his neoprene to make the hatch covers. He was uncertain where and when he would find the small amounts he needs, or at what cost. He has someone who makes the covers but does not work at it on a regular basis. Steve now makes about 20 kayaks a year, so it is not a high volume operation. Although he did say he gets quite a few requests for new hatch covers.

Steve was unable to provide a date when he’ll have new hatch covers available. If yours are leaking, you might be better off sourcing them from Topline or Brooks.

Andrea

[Carole Fitzgerald]

Nimbus Telkwa Sport 2001 fiberglass kayak for sale.
Two owners, well cared for, durable and in good condition.
White deck and hull, blue strip.

Deck lines, rudder wires replaced 2023
Comes with 1 yr old hatch covers as well as cockpit cover and spray skirt.
Great for expedition touring, good storage capacity.  Refer to Nimbus Kayaks website for specs.

$1500

Please contact Carole by email csmcg@shaw.ca

[Richard Magill]

$2800.00

Sleek.  Fast.  Maneuverable.  FUN!!!!

 

Construction: G-Core (fiberglass)

Nominal paddler weight: 165-210 lbs

Length: 17.5′

Width: 21.25″

Weight: 58.5 lbs

Total litres: 80.5 gallons

Cockpit: 34.25″x19.3″

This beauty is one of TideRace’s ealier designs.  Her length and retractable skeg means she tracks well in all conditions.  Her hard chines and moderate rocker make her predictable and maneuverable.  All that in a very stable package for a boat so narrow.

This boat has been on multinight trips.  She’s at home in calm seas and plays well in tidal rapids and surf.  It’s a great crossover between expedition and play.

Located in Port Hardy (not port moody), but may be able to arrange a meet up at Duke Point or Departure Bay (or North) for serious interest and additional charge.

FYI – The Jackson Karma R/G (great rock gardening boat) in the pic is for sale too.  $600.00

[Quirine Schuyff]

Cathy, everything has been claimed. Thanks. I’ll edit the post.

[Former Member]

Hi,

I’m interested, please call Cathy at (604) 551-7457 🙏

[Former Member]

Hi,

I’m interested, please call Cathy at (604) 551-7457 🙏

[Quirine Schuyff]

This bundle has all been claimed BUT I actually have one I don’t use and would be happy to pass it along as it has been under my bed unused for a couple of years.

[Jennifer Lloyd]

Would like very much to join you on this fun paddle.  I’ll plan on being in DC by 9:00 to unload and then find a park.  Looking forward to my first paddle of the season!

Jennifer

[JD]

Am interested in the paddle float.

[Ronald Simmer]

Hi Oron

are you staying at  the lodge for your trip through the broken islands?

I did this trip many years ago when the rates at the lodge were cheaper… I might be interested in joining your trip if you like. I have lead many trips to the west coast of Vancouver island.  Phone me if you like    Ron at 604 803 5937

[Andrew Mylly]

Well, due to lack of wind, no big waves this time.  I think a northwest wind is the key ingredient.   However, even without the waves, this is a great spot for people to get used to paddling in currents, whenever there is an outflow of 3-4 knots or higher.  Just check dairiki.org and search for “currents at first narrows, british columbia”.     It’s really accessible launching from Ambleside park, and you can choose to go into the moving water lower down (further west) where it isn’t quite as fast.  As long as you are dressed correctly (wetsuit or drysuit), worst case scenario if you swim is you float half way to Point Atkinson before you rescue yourself or get rescued!

[Limor Friedman]

Hi all. As the weather kicks in this coming week, I am planning a nice paddle day from Deep Cove to Twin Islands (about 5-6 NM) .

It will be a relaxing paddle, we can do a rescue practice, test some new gear and enjoy the water.

If you wish to join me please give me a shout anytime before Saturday am

My plan:

OTW- 10 am (high tide at 10:28 am)

Bring ; Drysuit/wet suit, water, a snack .

Recommended to bring wheels.

Ice cream at the cove for after party 🙂

Parking at the cove has changed and mainly pay, but there are some free unlimited areas.

See some of you on Saturday,

Limor

 

 

[Bob Maher]

Hi,

Does anyone have a Werner Athena Paddle, Straight Shaft, 220cm.,  for sale, in good condition ?

 

Bob Maher    bob_maher@telus.net

[Oron Frenkel]

Planning a trip in July. We have 3 nights and we are cutting some crossing time by going in/out from the Lodge.

Wifey and I are reasonably experienced paddlers and can handle up to 2C but we’ll have our pre-teen with one of us in a double.

Looking for any recommendations on what to do or NOT do. Seems challenging to have much float plan flexibility in planning with making reservations ahead of time…?

 

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