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CANOE MATERIALS & MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

COMPOSITE CANOES “Composite” is a generic manufacturing term meaning “not plastic.” Composite canoes can be Fiberglass, Kevlar, Carbon Fiber or a combination of any or all of these materials. Let’s discuss the different materials & manufacturing processes briefly....

H2O CANOE COMPANY LAYUP OPTIONS

The H2O Canoe Company manufactures an incredible line of innovative and stunningly beautiful canoes that has grown over the years. Their premium canoes are competitively priced and constructed with the most modern technology and build processes. By combining dry...

CANOE TRIP PLANNING AND SAFETY

A well planned and executed canoe expedition is the stuff that memories are made of. These good times, however, are no accident and require thorough canoe trip planning and safety before heading out on the...

CANOE SAFETY GEAR

Canoe safety involves three key components: equipment, training, and planning. These components should be considered for every paddling excursion even a short recreational tour around a small lake with the kids. A longer multi-day tour will obviously require...

KAYAK SAFETY GEAR

The most crucial factor regarding your safety is choosing the right paddles, lifejackets, and gear. Having the right equipment makes the difference in your paddling experience; it gives you confidence knowing that you are safe...

CHOOSING A PFD

WHAT IS IMPORTANT IN CHOOSING A PFD? Your Personal Flotation Device or PFD is probably your most important safety item when paddling. It can save your life even if you are in the water and knocked unconscious....

CHOOSING CANOE PADDLES

Consider the obvious: aside from “you”, your paddle is the engine that actually makes the boat go. Need we say more? Purchasing the best paddle(s) you can afford is a wise investment for both your on water...

CHOOSING KAYAK PADDLES

How important is choosing the right a kayak paddle? Well consider the obvious, aside from “You” your paddle is the engine that actually makes the boat go. Need we say more? Purchasing the best paddle(s)...

KAYAK AND CANOE SAILING – IT’S A BREEZE!

Ever hold an umbrella or a tarp up while canoeing or kayaking? You literally fly down the lake giggling like a school kid skipping over waves, water spraying everywhere… then the umbrella blows out or...

HOW TO CHOOSE A STAND UP PADDLEBOARD

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is considered North America’s fastest growing paddlesport with new categories and models constantly evolving. With the dizzying array of choices, selecting a board is often an overwhelming decision for many newcomers. To help...

SUP HISTORY AND EVOLUTION

SUP history and evolution starts with a Hawaiian heritage. Today Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is an emerging global sport, but it can be traced back to the early days of Polynesia, and archaeological evidence shows this type of paddling...

IMPROVE YOUR STAND UP PADDLE BOARD EXPERIENCE

With stand up paddleboarding being somewhat new to Ontario, we wanted to give you some tips on how to make your SUP experience that much more enjoyable. Getting started with stand up paddling is fun, exciting, and simple;...

PADDLING IN COLD WATER

DRESS FOR THE WATER, NOT THE WEATHER It’s the middle of November and we’re still experiencing double-digit temperatures… above zero! Paddlers are rejoicing with the extension to their time on the water and are jumping...

TRANSPORTATION

Don’t let the issue of handling and transporting your boats (canoes, kayaks, or stand up paddleboards) stop you from joining a paddle sport. It really isn’t that hard. Let us show you some of the options....

CANOE, KAYAK, SUP – WHAT’S RIGHT FOR ME?

This may be the first fundamental decision you will have to make when entering the wonderful world of paddlesports. No matter what the choice, and in some cases it may be a combination of the...