| Trip Planning » Otterslide Lake » 7/07/2021 10:36 pm |
Just got back doing that exact route , I made it to Otterslide in 5.5 hours . No wind and great paddling conditions. For reference I was solo , singled carried paddling a pack boat. Hope that helps , have a great trip.
| Sell and Swap » Cooke Custom Sewing Guide canoe pack for sale...Sold!! » 1/30/2021 4:48 pm |
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Hi trippers I am looking to sell my CCS guide pack as I find it too big for solo trips . I have ordered one size down. I purchased it through Canadian outdoor equipment for $345.00 plus tax, I am looking for $250. It has only gone on 4 trips and is in new condition. it is blue/black and holds 115 L, a great comfortable pack that has a very good reputation for durability.
www.shopcookecustomsewing.com
SOLD!!
| Trip Planning » West to East. I go one way, you the other, we swap keys in the middle » 11/19/2019 12:40 am |
APPaul wrote:
I have often thought of doing this too. Even doing a north south version, or corner to corner (Kiosk to Booth). If i didn't already have next summer kind of booked up I would have done it.
Instead of driving each others cars back to a meeting point at the end, maybe doing it before leaves it open so you don't have to coordinate the finish, just the start:
Meet in the middle somewhere, switch cars and then drive each others cars to the put in/take out points. That way your car is just waiting for you at the end. Keys handed off mid trip or geocached as mentioned.
that is a good idea APPaul, another option would be a spare set of keys and have the other driver lock them in your car when he or she drops it off. This would avoid a meet up if that makes it easier.
| Trip Planning » West to East. I go one way, you the other, we swap keys in the middle » 11/17/2019 6:41 pm |
That sounds interesting,definitely on my bucket list. I am building a new home next spring so camping trips will likely take a backseat in 2020. Possibly 2021 if you don't do it next season.
| Trip Reports » 6 Days Solo in Algonquin | Misty, White Trout, McIntosh Loop » 9/17/2019 7:24 pm |
Really enjoyed this video , thanks for sharing
| Trip Reports » Kayak Camper: Ice-out 2019 (Days 1 & 2 : video) » 6/01/2019 5:37 pm |
Another great video Bob, like Steve I can relate to rushing around on day 1 ,I also think way too much about getting to the next lake because I have a certain campsite in mind. Any campsite in Algonquin is better then the daily grind of the city. Look forward to the next video.
| Catch-all Discussions » Bug Reports » 5/19/2019 7:26 pm |
Indeed trippy things - we'll be heading for the island site! heading out tomorrow @ 530am...should be good...
Just returned from a 2 nighter , Sunbeam island site (thanks trippythings ) she is a beauti. second night Burnt Island , no bugs as of yet. Enjoy your trip
| Trip Planning » It is almost upon us » 5/14/2019 5:58 pm |
I am heading out of Canoe on the 17th also, going up to Sunbeam and then Burnt Island for a short two nighter( I have never camped on either). I was hoping early season canoeing would mean less travellers through the area but it appears to be filling up fast. Happy tripping
| Catch-all Discussions » Bug Reports » 5/13/2019 3:53 pm |
I just got home from a 3 nighter in Killarney and was swarmed a few times by blackflies , no bites but they were annoying.
| Trip Planning » Solo Lesta is back. » 5/10/2019 9:40 pm |
Welcome back Les , looking forward to your video
| Equipment » Swift Cruiser 16.8 - opinions? » 4/23/2019 7:10 pm |
Your search is over Bob !!
This just popped up on my Kijjiji search page.
- Kayak/Canoe Hybrid Exactly what you are looking for !!!
- Very reasonably priced
- Looks like it would be a dream on the portages ;-)
- Best of all. It’s VINTAGE
Just needs some green paint
| Trip Planning » Maps » 4/23/2019 1:50 pm |
| Sell and Swap » Solo Stove Titan & pot 1800 ml » 4/05/2019 10:32 pm |
sold
| Equipment » Rubber Boots for tripping - any recommendations? » 4/04/2019 3:43 pm |
For those who bought the NRS shoe/boot:
1. How do they handle on long(ish) portages 1.5-2.0 km or so)? Do they let your feet breath?
2. I suppose most important is the fit - I have done the online boot purchase thing before and it was a disaster. First pair too small, second pair too large with nothing else in between. Overall I was out duty plus 2 x shipping for the returns.
I am in the SW Ontario/London area - is there a store that carries these? I would much prefer to try a pair on...
I found the size to be the same as the shoes/boots I already own. I was in the park May13th and it was quite warm for the time of year, the boots were a little warm but were great for stepping in the cold water. I did several portages with no issues longest one was 1300 meters double carry . They are also good in the canoe as they are flexible. I guess if you are prone to ankle injuries they may not be for you as they lack ankle support. I live in Hamilton and bought mine online so not sure if there is a retail outlet near you.
| Equipment » Rubber Boots for tripping - any recommendations? » 4/03/2019 5:11 pm |
| Sell and Swap » Solo Stove Titan & pot 1800 ml » 3/28/2019 10:55 am |
Hey Trippers, I am looking to sell my Solo Stove and pot set, I used it 4 times last year and it works great when I solo camp but I found when I camp with my kids it isn't large enough. I just bought the Firebox G2 as I feel it will more suit my needs . The combo on Amazon with run you $222.00 taxes in . I am looking for $100 complete with a Maddy The Goose pot coozie
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