[Selena Chong]

Looking for a light weight touring kayak that can hold supplies for a week.  Is anyone familiar with Zegul kayaks or the Current Design Prana?  Thanks.

[Kevin Amos]

WCK Paddle Expo 2025
May 4th | Cultus Lake, BC
Kick off your 2025 season at Western Canada’s premier paddlesports event. This FREE event is open to all skill levels: Meet industry experts, explore top brands, and find your ideal canoe, kayak, or SUP. Don’t miss out!

https://www.paddleexpo.org/?mc_cid=23173f4c9c&mc_eid=4cc93e3425

[Ted Lam]

Re-send message

Hi Selena, I sent the description about the boat and my information 4 days ago but somehow it did not enter.

Here is the boat info;

Current design Cypress, Kevlar, 17′. Weight 43 lbs

Width: 22.00″

Deck Height: 12.75″

Cockpit: 29″  x 16″

Bow Hatch: 9.5″ Diameter , 18 Gal.

Rear Hatch: 17.5″ x 10″ , 22 Gal.

Day Hatch: 8.00″  x 8.00″

Max Capacity: 250 lbs

Recommended Paddler Size: 110 – 180 lbs

Please call me if you interested, I will send you more pictures.

Ted Lam 778.939.6423 email: tedlam1011@gmail.com

[Kallie Cunningham]

Mike Gilbert has asked me to post these opportunities for SKABC Members.

Please contact him directly at mgilbert@pacanticriskmanagement.com  for more information.

I am putting on that might be of interest to members of SKABC.  The prices are specific for club members and they are being offered to both SKABC and PIKA.

1.  Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayak Certification Course
Dates:  June 27 / 28 (2 days)
Location:  Vanier Park, Vancouver
Cost:  $125.00 (reg. Price – $300.00)

2. Paddle Canada Level 2 Sea Kayak Certification Course
– includes Paddle Canada Basic Camping Certification
Dates:  May 11 – 16 (6 days)
Location:  to be decided
Cost:  $400.00 (reg. Price – $600.00)

3.  Paddle Canada Clinic  
– Greenland Paddle Skills
Dates:  May 17th (1300 to 1600 hrs. – 3 hours)
Location:  Sasamat Lake
Cost:  $100.00 (reg. Price – $200.00)

 

[Ted Lam]

[Selena Chong]

Looking for a 16-17 ft kayak with skeg for a small adult paddler. Width 21 or less, cockpit approx. 31 x 16. Preferred weight less than 50 lbs.

[Kevin Amos]

Hi there,

I hope you’re having a great day! We have some unique learning adventures and training courses coming up, mostly around Vancouver Island, that we thought might be of interest to your members. These include the one-of-a-kind Ireland Ocean Skills Program, WestCoast Adventure, Surge Narrows, and many other exciting opportunities.

As part of our collaboration, SKABC members can enjoy a 15% discount on these programs. Would you be interested if I share the full list of courses?

Warm regards,

Ali Torabidavan
Communications Assistant

+1 250-590-4625

commassist@bestcoastoutfitters.com

http://www.bestcoastoutfitters.com

865 Yates St, Victoria BC V8W 1M1

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thanks!

Yes I used to use a blanket draped over the back of my car but the spoiler doesn’t seem strong enough to hold the weight of my kayak. I could be wrong? I think it would be wise to find a protective system though.

[Cynthia Kennedy]

If you just need to cover your rear spoiler and not a wheeled assist, I use a plastic roll of non-adhesive shelf protector held in place with a magnet that has clips,  I have covered the magnetic part with thin cloth glued on so as not to scratch my car’s surface.

https://www.staples.ca/products/135382-en-staples-magnetic-bulldog-clip-2-14-3-pack?CID=PS:GS:CA:::::pla:21473839577&CampaignID=21473839577&gad_source=4&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dfLp3eLXmr0xdvvNhc6k_PQprm&gclid=CjwKCAiAneK8BhAVEiwAoy2HYZDENFvHNr541WPV8-N66hNcNfp_BlUZcvZhV7S5ziV3diDqn1HiqBoCtg8QAvD_BwE

Con-Tact Premium Non-Adhesive Plastic Shelf/Drawer Liner, Frosted, 18-in x 4-ft 9.99 at Canadain tire

This stays in place.  Previously I  used a bath mat with a rubber grip but it got moldy left in the car on a long summer trip.

 

[Colleen Cole]

I also resubscribed, logged out and logged back in and still do not see a tab for Short Notice Paddles on the Forums drop down menu.

[Heather Kirk]

Have fun tomorrow. It looks like the winds will be light and there will be no surprises. As for our reccie on the Fraser, I found a new website for tides on the Fraser, mainly for fishers and there is a tide station right on Barnston Island, our destination. We will be able to very accurately predict the best course for our day trip. Our reccie served its purpose and we learned some things along the way.

Cheers,

Heather.

[John Nick]

I’d like to go, I’m thinking it will take us about 5 hours, 25 km distance divided by about 5 km / hour we should be on the water at 10:00 am. Your thoughts?

John Nick

 

[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.

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