bigtoepony Posted May 20, 2019 Report Share Posted May 20, 2019 Launch day at the Yarra river. We call her phosphorescence. Found a canoe launching jetty on the river with the carpark only 60m away. I was first out as I figured if it is going to sink then it should be the captain who goes down with the ship. Well it didn't leak a drop nor did anyone capsize. The canoe is an absolute delight to use. Light, fast and stable and turns OK. I can see it part of the family fleet going on camping trips. Four of us had a go from 50kgs to 100kgs (I was worried about my seat but it didn't break with 100kgs) The seat is very comfortable though I will have to fashion a thwart/backrest as the skinny temporary one digs in to the back. I will make one that extends up level with the top of the gunnel and maybe a little lower to give about 100mm of support. The only other negative thing to say is the white fabric being white and uncoated inside is prone to getting grubby particularly as the Yarra river is mud and bird shit on the banks. But I am really happy with it and am keen to get some more water time. A great design Jeff. I have just made a greenland paddle and am working on a hoist system in the garage now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trakka Posted May 20, 2019 Report Share Posted May 20, 2019 Well done. I like the beach ball for flotation great idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labrat Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 You've done a fine job - it looks fantastic. You'll probably get held up a lot at launch sites by people wanting to admire it and ask questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtoepony Posted May 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 thanks guys. Looking forward to the launching site chat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omar Mir Posted August 21, 2019 Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 Fine fine boat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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