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The trouble with hardening is usually insufficient hardener in the mix, though it's possible you've got a high temperature or very slow drying gelcoat. Getting a perfect finish requires either vac...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

The expensive way is to get a harness lifejacket. The cheap way is to fit a crotch strap to a lifejacket (type 2 pfd), this is a standard part and I believe most lifejackets have fittings for one....

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

You're a bit more cramped than a topper but it seems to be much the same game. It's very much about the type of paddle you're using and the position you want to be in. We used praddles in the Topp...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭

Let's start with some basics Weight Efficiency Noise Then you get to the more complex requirements Stability of power output and response speed to load change Cleanliness of power wave Thes...

posted 7y ago by Separatrix‭

The best bet on a job like this is to stick a tape measure across it and see what you've got. While technically a "one design" hull a modern sunfish is a long way from a classic one and a wooden hu...

posted 7y ago by Separatrix‭

First, consider what design of wetsuit you want. As a (casually) competitive kayaker I use a 2mm longjohn wetsuit in winter with a thermal rash vest (or two if it's really cold) and a waterproof if...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭

You can't. The theory required you to get samples and send them to a lab, which wouldn't exactly be practical in the field anyway. METAL ABSORPTION BY EQUISETUM (HORSETAIL) A19 GOLD ...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

For an experienced paddler: These kayaks can be a delight to paddle on flat water. They're light, fast, and maneuver beautifully. For an inexperienced paddler: It'll be a nightmare. It has a K...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

For a total beginner? Not a lot. A beginner is better off in the warm and dry with consistent safe holds, solid top rope fixings, and close to the pub for the end of the session. There are basic p...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

If you really want to take the budget option you can just use rope. This is something that dates back to the old wooden ship days but given that you're not putting a vast amount of load on the rig...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭

Lake Erie is classed as non-tidal because the tidal variance is less than 5cm at spring tide However (same source): Wind and weather conditions on the Great Lakes may create a seiche, an oscil...

posted 9y ago by Separatrix‭

Safety guidelines for this smoker specifically state that it's not suitable for indoor use. It's quite literally the first thing on the instructions https://www.riversidegardencentre.co.uk/pdf/20...

posted 8y ago by Separatrix‭

The text implies differences in the ships. Once settled on the new tack the Loire’s natural advantages asserted themselves once more. She showed her extra speed and extra weatherliness; Hots...

posted 8y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Yes, but you might want to use a short paddle. While the difference between a canoe and a kayak in practice is only the seat, and people do swap out kayak seats for canoe saddles in playboats, you...

posted 8y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Charge controllers are your friend here. A good charge controller will monitor the circuit such that the battery gets the appropriate charging current at all times. This allows you to set up all ...

posted 8y ago by Separatrix‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭