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.
Sunday, September 7, 2025 (Frej, Sjösättning), 2 comments
Hi Björn – I started working on my Frej (S) in late November of last year and I took it out on the water for the first time last Friday. I'm really enjoying it and I've gotten many compliments on the kayak, several of which specifically mentioned the graceful lines of the boat.
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Friday, August 29, 2025 (hundkajak, Jack 14), 0 comments
För ett tag sedan fick jag en förfrågan om en kajak med plats för en ganska stor hund. Efter en diskussion via mail utkristalli… Read full post
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (kajakträff, Stocken, Stockenträffen 2025), 0 comments
Stockenträffen under den gångna helgen i Tjörnkajaks regi blev en trevlig historia: härligt väder, med fler kajaker och deltaga… Read full post
Monday, July 28, 2025 (Panthera, Sjösättning), 0 comments
Hej Björn Så blev Panthera færdig. 20,3 kg alt inklusiv. Jeg har lige en tætning omkring en styreline, der ikke er hærdet ud, s… Read full post
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 (Black Pearl, Sjösättning), 1 comments
I recently launched my second kayak build, a Black Pearl. The project (drawings, strips, and epoxy) was offered for sale just a… Read full post
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