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.
Friday, September 13, 2024 (Frej, Launchings), 0 comments
Early this summer Gerald Schlemmer launched his new Frej – an impressive piece of craftsmanship:
"Hi Björn,
we had the boat christening last Friday. We are very proud of the successful Frej kayak according to your plans.
We have a very simple appealing deck layout designed.
Data: L = 515, W = 54,5, Weight = 16 kg. Wood: Western Red Cedar, Maple, and Markassastrips.
The boat rides very well even for a paddle greenhorn like me.
There is still a lot to learn for myself. We start to build the next boat in Oktober.
Warm greetings to Sweden
Gerald"
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Thursday, August 29, 2024 (roll, SM i roll), 1 comments
Vid Göteborgs Kanot Förenings brygga på Saltholm, Västra Frölunda avgörs nu på lördag Svenskt Mästerskap i roll. Jag får många… Read full post
Thursday, August 22, 2024 (2024, kajakträff, Stocken), 0 comments
Så var årets upplaga av Stockenträffen över. Som vanlig en mycket trevlig träff med gamla och nya bekantskaper. Väderutsikterna… Read full post
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 (kurser, Paddelteknik, roll, Stockenträffen), 0 comments
Stockenträffen går i år under helgen 16-18/8. Som vanligt kommer jag att hålla några kurser. Boka din kurs på email (bjorn@thom… Read full post
Thursday, July 11, 2024 (launching, Njord), 3 comments
"Dear Bjorn, As usual, to build one of your kayak is a pleasure. Strips seem to assemble by themselves, you finish the hull and… Read full post
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