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by DougB
Tue Apr 07, 2015 6:30 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Attaching saddles to thwarts
Replies: 11
Views: 6182

Re: Attaching saddles to thwarts

I've seen wood dowel used.
by DougB
Mon Mar 23, 2015 8:31 pm
Forum: Boats and Gear for Sale
Topic: WTB: 12' - 14' Royalex canoe
Replies: 2
Views: 2658

WTB: 12' - 14' Royalex canoe

Looking for a hull in decent condition. Outfitting state not important. Interested in almost anything in the 12' - 14' range (not interested in a Dagger Impulse). Located in SW Ontario, not interested in travelling too far.
by DougB
Wed Mar 18, 2015 7:46 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: The end of ESQUIF..... :(
Replies: 43
Views: 28619

Re: The end of ESQUIF..... :(

Not good. Spare boat shopping starts now!!!
by DougB
Fri Mar 13, 2015 4:21 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: L'Edge Cracking.
Replies: 25
Views: 14818

Re: L'Edge Cracking.

A quick search of this forum will reveal numerous posts and topics on cracking L'edges. The short answer is yes, the older models appear to be more prone to cracking than other plastic hulls. I owned a red 2011. It cracked. It welded up fine and life went on. There were 3 other boats in my area at t...
by DougB
Sat Feb 21, 2015 4:27 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Esquif Vertige
Replies: 4
Views: 4573

Re: Esquif Vertige

It depends what you're looking for. I have one I use for WW river trips that range in 3 to 15 days in duration. It holds all my gear, is super stable, is reasonably fast on the flats, is reasonably maneuverable when loaded in the WW and not a bear to portage when necessary. On the other hand, if I w...
by DougB
Wed Feb 04, 2015 10:17 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: So where's the T-formex ?
Replies: 14
Views: 9624

Re: So where's the T-formex ?

I think some things could have been lost in translation but ultimately it states availability in the 2015 season - a year that has only just begun. A press release for a new canoe material is no different than a car manufacturer advertising their next model changes well before they arrive in showroo...
by DougB
Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:23 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: So where's the T-formex ?
Replies: 14
Views: 9624

Re: So where's the T-formex ?

kx250guy wrote:Maybe I'm cranky
Yes, nailed it.
by DougB
Mon Dec 29, 2014 12:04 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Help ID this saddle?
Replies: 6
Views: 3884

Re: Help ID this saddle?

I believe that is a saddle made by Beluga. The knee spacers are nice giving it a bulkhead feel. Some old boats were set up this way. The foam up front that matches the backrest allows thwart mounting front and back, however this isn't necessary in a royalex hull - contact cement will hold it down on...
by DougB
Tue Dec 23, 2014 3:26 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Solo Canoe Advice.
Replies: 40
Views: 23649

Re: Solo Canoe Advice.

The Ocoee would be fine for your weight and may be your best bet. We had one along down the Lievre (60 km RII/RIII) this past fall with a 210 lb. paddler and about 50 lb. of gear in it. The edges take a bit of getting used to coming from an Outrage but the boat is lots of fun and fits what you're lo...
by DougB
Mon Dec 22, 2014 12:38 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: T-Grip Dowel ???
Replies: 9
Views: 5077

Re: T-Grip Dowel ???

I use dowel from the local Home Depot. I believe it's Maple. Get 1 1/4" diameter dowel. Length of the grip is really up to you but I prefer them on the wider side - about 4.75". You'll need a 1" fostner bit to drill out for the shaft. It's a lot easier with a drill press because you've really got to...
by DougB
Fri Dec 19, 2014 3:19 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Solo Canoe Advice.
Replies: 40
Views: 23649

Re: Solo Canoe Advice.

...anyone over 200lbs paddle the regular Outrage? I had an Outrage and weigh 215 - 220. I kinda miss that boat. It was super fast and accurate. However with a growing fleet and less time I sold it to thin the heard. I was going to keep it as a multi day tripper but also owned a Vertige. I opted to ...
by DougB
Wed Dec 10, 2014 6:59 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: A bad break
Replies: 45
Views: 27247

Re: A bad break

Oddly enough, I was looking at the serial number plates of all 4 Preludes I own and they're all 2008 vintage--even the new one I just got... One of the guys I paddle with recently got a new Prelude with a 2008 serial number. It cracked 4th time out on a class II rapid - on an obvious rock but one I...
by DougB
Sun Dec 07, 2014 3:27 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Edgey creekers: Octane 85 vs fly?
Replies: 3
Views: 2800

Re: Edgey creekers: Octane 85 vs fly?

I'm also interested in comparisons as well as experience on how the 85 runs with a 220 lb weight. I would love an edgier & dryer fly in my next boat!
by DougB
Wed Oct 08, 2014 11:35 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Cracked Taureau
Replies: 22
Views: 15146

Re: Cracked Taureau

You may want to further investigate welding - I know of one Taureau that was successfully welded. It's unfortunate especially because that hull isn't being made anymore. I doubt you could have got a replacement anyway.
by DougB
Tue Sep 16, 2014 3:46 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Best Place to Order Cheap Foam
Replies: 7
Views: 5092

Re: Best Place to Order Cheap Foam

I've ordered from:
http://www.foambymail.com
shipping is flat rate and reasonable.