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by benman
Wed Jan 18, 2017 8:27 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: new video
Replies: 7
Views: 6187

Re: new video

Thanks for sharing that! It's a simple explanation but I'd always wondered why some people could carve a wave by just changing their tilt.
by benman
Fri Jan 13, 2017 4:42 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Cold hands
Replies: 7
Views: 5213

Re: Cold hands

Another vote for NRS Toaster Mitts here in Canadia. Nice and warm, even at -10 when things are freezing over. I love these things!
by benman
Tue Apr 26, 2016 5:41 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Vinyl Adhesive
Replies: 5
Views: 6791

Re: Vinyl Adhesive

I typically use vinyltech 2000 for my anchors. Seems to work ok. http://www.mec.ca/product/4004-626/north-water-vinyl-tec-2000-adhesive/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Just curious if anyone has also used the blue lepage presstite for knee cups. I've used it before and it seems to ho...
by benman
Wed Mar 02, 2016 3:14 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Curved versus Flat Blade
Replies: 8
Views: 5738

Re: Curved versus Flat Blade

I find the curved blade helps with static draws while surfing.
by benman
Tue Jan 05, 2016 6:20 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: OC2 instruction
Replies: 4
Views: 3846

Re: OC2 instruction

I second that, but it would be a long trip from Costa Rica if that's where you are. I go every year and the folks there are the best. Paddle all day, walk up from the river then hit the sauna and drink beers on the patio in the evening. It's a great way to spend a vacation even if it's not the CIV y...
by benman
Thu Sep 10, 2015 2:24 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Paddle Recommendation?
Replies: 19
Views: 15518

Re: Paddle Recommendation?

Best advice is try a few out and see what you like. +1 for Aquabound since they're good value for money and they take a beating, although they are pretty flexible in the blade. My werner bandit carbon is really nice--light and not a bit of flex but beating it up just feels wrong (and the price tag i...
by benman
Thu Jul 23, 2015 1:42 pm
Forum: Boats and Gear for Sale
Topic: boats for sale
Replies: 7
Views: 5828

Re: boats for sale

I'd be inclined to take all of these if it's possible. Where are you located? I'm in Toronto, Canada.
by benman
Thu Jun 25, 2015 5:46 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Astral Footwear?
Replies: 24
Views: 14937

Re: Astral Footwear?

I love my Rasslers. I was really worried about the heel when I got them since the pocket was deep which made them uncomfortable on my achilles but they broke in quick and they stick to rocks like glue. Like glue!