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Short term, duct tape and go paddle. Longer term, follow Mike's advice.

I wonder if those among you who have more familiarity with Old Town canoe molds may have an opinion on this? I have two Old Town 50#...

Short term, duct tape and go paddle. Longer term, follow Mike's advice.

Hi, Your canoe was indeed glassed at some point, and apparently, not very well. Many of us on this forum are not in favor of replacing...

Hi, Your canoe was indeed glassed at some point, and apparently, not very well. Many of us on this forum are not in favor of replacing...

Here're some pics of the canoe highlighting the problems. My sense is that it is structurally sound, but needs some bandaids in the...

Give Dan Morlock a call, he is the current "leed" of the MN Chapter of the WCHA. If you want to look at a few, call me, if you want a...

Are there any recreational builders near me? I am in Elk River area. Would be fun to talk to them and share experiences. Thanks Steve

The flat head tacks are usually intended for canoes that will be covered with clear fiberglass to reduce the presence of visible air...

The flat head tacks are usually intended for canoes that will be covered with clear fiberglass to reduce the presence of visible air...

If building the Atkinson traveler what would be the correct tacks to use for the planking? Oval head or flat head? In the past I have...

I appreciate your knowledge and insight. Thank you!

The information at the link below and similar canoes listed at https://www.woodencanoe.org/classifieds should give you an idea of the...

Any approximate value?

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