Royalex canoes: going, going.... gone
Royalex, one of the best canoe making materials out there, is no longer available. Paddlers and canoe builders are adapting in their own ways.
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How to Choose Your First Kayak: a Beginner's Guide
Read nowMost first time kayak buyers don't know what they are looking for. This is perfectly ok! All you need to know when you come into a reputable store is the following...
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Your kids should be wearing sunglasses | A cancer story
Read nowWrite a blog post about sunglasses so we can sell more product, right? But no, this is more personal than that. In the spring of 2004, late store owner Kevin Robinson noticed a blurry spot in his right eye. He...
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Choosing a canoe or kayak - 3 important things to look at
This post will take you about 2 minutes to read. It covers 3 ways to look at a canoe or kayak that will tell you most about how the boat will feel in the water.Read now -
How long will it take to paddle from A to B? Calculate your paddling speed
Read nowHi everyone, it's the folks from Eb's again! As a paddling shop we get a lot of questions about how long it takes to paddle some common routes nearby, such as from Fred Heal Canoe Launch to the city. Having some...
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Canoe durability | what is the best boat building material?
Which material is best for building a canoe? Is fiberglass as tough as aluminum? Are plastic boats better than kevlar? In this post we break down the pros and cons of common materials to help you choose the best canoe to fit your needs.Read now -
Canoe tripping with dogs
Read nowMany of us at Eb's have dogs. Each of our pups has very different personalities but one thing is universal: they always want to join in the adventure, no matter where you're going. Many dogs do well in canoes, especially if they are...
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Canadian legal requirements for paddling canoes, kayaks and paddleboards
Read nowCanadian law requires you to carry certain safety items on board when operating pleasure crafts. Here's the most recent updated list from Transport Canada.
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Choosing a solo canoe
Read nowWhen looking for a solo boat it's important to know what you want to do with it, as they are all suited to different types of paddling. Here we talk about how the features of a canoe affect its use....
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When should you replace your PFD (and why?)
Read nowOne of our staff remembers having to wear an old Kapok-filled keyhole style PFD when she was growing up. She used it for years. One day it fell off the dock and into the lake, where it proceeded to slowly...
