Had a great time experiencing the Kromme Rijn in Utrecht from start to finish. I'm a beginner supper, don't realize that 24 kilometers in 2 days is quite some paddling :)
We camped and took all of our gear with us (minimal). I loved getting to know my surroundings through the water. The pace is amazing as well, this trip convinced me to try it in more remote areas (Norway, the Alpes). Hope you enjoy my video about it :)
I have finally finished outfitting my Sportspal Canoe for testing. These designs are new and will not be available for sale until testing is completed.
I am heading to the lake to test the canoe with a minkota endura 50 lbs trolling motor, a Honda BF 2.3 hp long shaft gas motor, and a bicycle tow hitch with our ultralight Portage system.
If testing is successful i will be attempting a trip that involves traveling 20+ miles towing my loaded canoe behind the bicycle. Then i will paddle, motor, and portage 40 miles of rivers/lakes followed by more canoe biking to a friends place for pickup.
Anyone and everyone is welcome to tune in for these epic tests and challenges that are creating the FUTURE OF CANOE ACCESSORIES.
Video: https://youtu.be/WhcE3TAVVu4
Went for a solo paddle on the Võhandu River here in Estonia, from Leevi to Süvahavva.
Water was surprisingly high for summer, so the rapids were quite different from what I'm used to during the world largest Võhandu Marathon in April. Managed to flip at Lilli and then again at Viira 😅 At least the water was warm.
Apart from the swimming, this is probably one of my favourite sections of the river. Lots of sandstone cliffs, forest and some really nice rapids.
I filmed the whole trip if anyone wants to see it. Would also be interested to hear if anyone here has paddled Võhandu before.
I kayak around an ocean harbour a few times a week, so I'm used to tides riding and falling. However we would like to go do Bonshaw River on Prince Edward Island and we've been warned about the tides and getting stuck. When should we start out in the tide cycle? Is 2 or 3 hours before high tide okay to begin at the bridge, and which way should we go for the first time, right or left? Thanks in advance for any replies