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by dafriend
Sun Nov 06, 2011 1:49 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: WESTFEST 2012
Replies: 77
Views: 34768

Re: WESTFEST 2012

shep's right. "ain't west fest" would be a more fitting name for it. But, but, but... It is West. Maybe should be Ain't East Fest. But that makes for a sucky acronym. Maybe Ain't Shep Fest but you can't "voice" that acronym either. I know, I know... Ain't Really a Fest (ARF) I think ARF might be th...
by dafriend
Mon Oct 31, 2011 12:50 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: break down canoe paddle
Replies: 24
Views: 7573

have you paddled with it yet? i've seen some sawyer paddles and thought they were some of the worst I've laid eyes on. that and the 'ponderosa pine' really make it hard for me to believe it is a good paddle, even for $80 I've used it. It works well enough for a backup paddle. It will get you down t...
by dafriend
Mon Oct 31, 2011 12:13 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: break down canoe paddle
Replies: 24
Views: 7573

Soar Inflatables sells a two-piece breakdown that is quite nice. Wood, excellent quality, stainless steel coupling, not very costly. At 60" it's too long for most of us but not that big of a deal to shorten it. I bought one of these for use with my L'Edge. Fits nicely under or along side the rear fl...
by dafriend
Wed Oct 19, 2011 12:26 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: measureing rocker
Replies: 32
Views: 8616

So... I'd say you need to measure at A or B But B has no relationship to the shape of the bottom of the boat. So, A makes more sense to me. Here's my thinking. Use the R1 radius measured at the center line to get point A. Didn't draw the stern but it works the same as the bow. The shape of deck doe...
by dafriend
Wed Sep 14, 2011 1:33 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: High-Brace offside Recovery (or the elusive righting pry?)
Replies: 53
Views: 16047

The "Your going to..." guy was doomed before he had his paddle out of the water on the onside. That is to say, his boat healed to, and landed on, the off side going over the ledge. Whereas, the other guy more or less landed flat and started toward the off side as he resurfaced. IOW, he had a less dr...
by dafriend
Tue Jun 28, 2011 2:19 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Beatdown and discouraged
Replies: 15
Views: 4425

Having been thrown from horses more times than might be considered sane, and having had a fair share of "off" days in the boat I can say with certainty it is easier to get back in the boat than back on the horse. Doesn't matter what you're riding, the sooner you get back on the better.
by dafriend
Tue Jun 14, 2011 3:17 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: 12-step program for getting beyond class II - more tips?
Replies: 59
Views: 19538

So, new question for the masses: what kinds of "clinics" do you think would attract advanced beginner or intermediate canoeists? I have though about "Paddling like a slalom racer" or a "short-boat" clinic.Shep When I was at the "advanced beginner" level a slalom clinic paid huge dividends. So much ...
by dafriend
Wed May 25, 2011 3:33 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Spark durability
Replies: 15
Views: 5452

kabuki_blaze wrote:Not to hijack the thread, but what is the weight limit for a spark? Any thoughts on paddler size and performance?
I weigh-in at 215 (+/- a few) and the Spark handles that load well.

Dave
by dafriend
Wed May 18, 2011 3:36 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Seat belt buckles and quick releases
Replies: 13
Views: 3582

I put an automotive seat belt similar to this one http://www.jcwhitney.com/chrome-lift-latch-safety-lap-seat-belts/p2006829.jcwx# in my Fink. The 60s style lift latch releases with very little movement and does not bind under pressure. The chrome plating is showing no signs of corrosion despite many...
by dafriend
Thu May 12, 2011 4:55 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Spark durability
Replies: 15
Views: 5452

Durable Spark

My Spark lasted four years. During that time it was stapled, folded and mutilated. Well... not really mutilated until the very end. It saw a lot of water and held up well. Took punches without complaint and generally lasted much longer than other boats I've similarly abused. Bottom wore very thin to...
by dafriend
Fri Apr 01, 2011 2:24 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Anyone tried to tandem a Ledge...
Replies: 20
Views: 6865

FullGnarlzOC wrote:I bet a L'edge paddles well tandem w/ being butthole to bellybutton.
Closer together than that if it is a decked version.
by dafriend
Fri Apr 01, 2011 2:21 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: just how long...
Replies: 18
Views: 8742

As a 200+ pounder (OK, closer to 220 than 200) I'm feeling like Lappie. Up the median a bit will ya?

Dave

I voted 11' and think 10'4" sounds good mostly because it's fun to say 10-4
by dafriend
Thu Mar 10, 2011 2:55 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: How boat specific is technique
Replies: 25
Views: 8289

From a little web research I've read that while the shoulder can be dislocated in many different directions 95% are forward (anterior) where the ball ends up in front of the socket. A common vulnerable position is when the arm is held over the head with the elbow bent, and a force is applied that pu...
by dafriend
Mon Mar 07, 2011 7:06 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Airless air bags- nitrogen!
Replies: 18
Views: 6691

Neat idea. I will be interested in your findings.

Isn't 'air' already about 78% Nitrogen? If we're looking for bigger molecules then wouldn't Argon be a better choice. It is even more inert and has an atomic number of 18 vs Nitrogen's puny 7. :P

Dave