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November 2014

Should I put skid plates on my new canoe

By |November 19th, 2014|Canoe, Maintenance, Repairs, Skid Plates|

There are several reasons to install Kevlar skid plates. Kevlar skid plates are often installed on a brand new boat to protect the gelcoat on the bow and stern from chipping and wearing away on those sandy or rocky landings. Sometimes Kevlar skid plates are installed as a method of repairing damage or wear [...]

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What to do about a crack in your canoe

By |November 19th, 2014|Canoe, Maintenance, Repairs|

When do I need a gelcoat repair? So you've discovered a crack in your canoe, what do you do next? First let's review what Gelcoat is.  According to Wikipida: Gelcoat is a material used to provide a high-quality finish on the visible surface of a fibre-reinforced composite material. The most common gelcoats are based [...]

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Putting your canoe away for the winter

By |November 10th, 2014|Canoe, Maintenance, Winter|

Winter Storage Tips and Solutions Now that you’ve finished your fall canoe trip.  It's time to put your canoe into winter storage. While there are some specific steps for different hull and trim types, I will start with a common step I do to every canoe that comes to my facility for winter storage [...]

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