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I’ve gotten by for 25 years with good old foam blocks, so I’m not really convinced of the need for any add-ones like cradles. However...

I also have found a few pains in my hip joints after long days on the water. Not every time, but sometimes. I have not seen a pattern...

Was that you screaming? ;)

Recently, my wife and I were paddling parallel to three humpbacks near Read Island, BC, at a respectable distance. As we sat still for a...

Can't happen (to me.) Whales don't walk 1100 miles over mountains very well. So I am safe, thus far at...

Scott, you haven't stated in detail where this pain is, but even if you did, diagnosis by distance (or Google) is usually flawed. While...

Exactly. There are those who paddle with much fanfare and those who quietly, humbly leave a legacy of eloquence and pragmatism for...

I hear you. I'm aging out of multi-week, high-mileage solo voyages. But I'm consoled partially by amazing memories: hearing wolves howl...

Alas, all good things come to an end. We have our memories. It’s been a bit surreal following along on these kayaking sites, getting to...

Because in my part of the world an emergency (or even a planned) landing can put my feet on to sharp rocks, mussel and oyster shells...

I've been using this little trick for a couple of years and finally remembered to post about it. I carry a little silicone-bristled...

Is that a sea kayak or some sort of downriver boat? Usually I'm the only old guy ranting about (lack of) deck lines; it's nice to have...

[Cross-posted at alexsidles.com] Triangle Island is the most remote island in BC, excepting the islands of Haida Gwaii. Haida Gwaii...

So I was a big fan of the older-model Keen amphibious sandals as summer kayaking footwear. Sadly, all of their newer models are open at...

There is a stream that I have used on the east side of Goose located here: 51 58'20"N 128 25'18"W. Goose has very little vertical...