Build a better kayak than you can buy
On choosing, building and using canoes, kayaks, paddles and small boats
Choosing is about dimensions, characteristics, performance, equipment and other things that influences the choice of a kayak or canoe to buy or build.
Building is information on the building method, a complete online building manual for kayaks canoes and paddles, and facts on materials.
Paddling contains advice on paddling techniques, safety in kayaks and canoes, as well as online classes on navigation, meteorology, touring and maritime common sense.
Reading is articles on the history and geography of kayaks, canoes and paddles, a commented list of related books, links etc.
Monday, April 7, 2025 (Singoalla, Sjösättning), 0 comments
"Tjena.
Jag och brorsan har byggt en Singoalla, ett kul projekt. Det vore skoj om den hamnade på hemsidan.
Vi har också ritningar på en fors 490 som i alla fall jag är riktigt sugen på att ta tag i.
Tack och bock"
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Thursday, March 20, 2025 (Launchings, Pangthera), 1 comments
Senast i den allt längre raden av välbyggda kajaker från Björn Andersson (Jack 14, en Thule/2, en Frej, ett par Frej till, och… Read full post
Sunday, February 23, 2025 (launching, Splash), 0 comments
Hi Bjorn Just thought I’d let you know that I finished building your “Splash” design surfski – here on display at the Hobart Wo… Read full post
Saturday, February 8, 2025 (Singoalla, Sjösättning), 0 comments
"Hej Björn Nu är min Singoalla sjösatt ”nyårsafton 2024”.Och provpaddlad närmare milen.Hon fick vila alldeles för länge i taket… Read full post
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 (Launchings, Thule), 0 comments
The busy and very competent kayak shop Nautilus Kayaks i Cadiz, Spain recently launched a new Thule. Other kayaks from Roberto… Read full post
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