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- Thu Dec 02, 2010 5:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: WINTER PADDLING :: Has anyone been paddling recently?
- Replies: 4
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WINTER PADDLING :: Has anyone been paddling recently?
I was curious if there are any 4-season paddlers amongst the Turkeys. And if so: >> Has anyone been out lately? >> What solutions do you have for keeping your feet and hands warm (and dry)? >> Do you folks plan "winter" trips at all? I have a dry suit but haven't been on the water to test ...
- Tue Aug 31, 2010 12:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Boat/Kayak Ramp behind the new EMS in Hingham Shipyard?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3147
Boat/Kayak Ramp behind the new EMS in Hingham Shipyard?
I have heard rumors of a boat launch that can be used in back of the new EMS and there seems to be plenty of parking there. Anyone ever launch from there? There's a marina right there and a marine supply store so I wouldnt be entirely surprised. But I have never noticed one there. If it's open to th...
- Tue Aug 31, 2010 12:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: EMS Kayak School’s 2010 Used Kayak Sale September 4 & 11
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5764
Re: EMS Kayak School’s 2010 Used Kayak Sale September 4 & 11
If you are interested in any of these boats, I have heard from Joe and you can contact him via jsherlock@ems.com with questions.
~Stew
~Stew
- Tue Aug 31, 2010 12:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Night paddle
- Replies: 14
- Views: 15512
Re: Night paddle
I launch from Abigail Adams quiet often and have headed both south and north from that starting point. Usually I stop at Hewitts Cove for a short break or Barre Cove when heading south. There can be some significant boater action in the area, particularly on the weekends. On the upside until you get...
- Sat Aug 28, 2010 11:34 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anyone out this weekend (8/28-8/29)? Where abouts?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2998
Anyone out this weekend (8/28-8/29)? Where abouts?
Just thought I may be waving to one or two of you as I hope to get out towards Bumpkin. Cheers! ~Stu
- Sat Aug 28, 2010 10:43 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Night paddle
- Replies: 14
- Views: 15512
Re: Night paddle
I would also be interested in a group night paddle in September. Like Aimee, weekends are more convenient for me, though (as a relative newbee here) I will try to make whichever date that you folks determine to be the best. Augh! my weekends in Spetember are filling up, there are two events that som...
- Fri Aug 27, 2010 4:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Kayak camping on bumpkin 7/24/2010!
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5059
Re: Kayak camping on bumpkin 7/24/2010!
Any chance you'll be out on bumpkin this weekend (8/28-8/29) I may consider testing the theory that the rangers will let you stay over night without a reservation. Looks like bumpkin is full up this saturday night. weather may be too nice to resist.
~Stu/Steve
~Stu/Steve
- Fri Aug 27, 2010 2:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: EMS Kayak School’s 2010 Used Kayak Sale September 4 & 11
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5764
EMS Kayak School’s 2010 Used Kayak Sale September 4 & 11
EMS Kayak School’s 2010 Used Kayak Sale September 4 & 11 @ Lincoln Wood - $300700 (RI) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: 2010-08-26, 7:50AM EDT Reply to: sale-ns6dh-1919854557@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] ---------------------...
- Thu Aug 26, 2010 4:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Itty-bitty bottles (for first aid kit)
- Replies: 20
- Views: 19334
Re: Itty-bitty bottles (for first aid kit)
May want to try go into EMS in Hingham. Look in the backbacking section. You should find little plastic water tight bottles of various sizes. They also sell a "bottle kit" for under 10 bucks, though you can buy just the size and style you are looking for.
~Stu
View the link:
http://www.ems.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3662711
~Stu
View the link:
http://www.ems.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3662711
- Thu Aug 26, 2010 1:34 pm
- Forum: Kayak & Equipment Reviews
- Topic: Venture Skye 17/P&H Easky 17
- Replies: 0
- Views: 11917
Venture Skye 17/P&H Easky 17
Has anyone paddled one of these? Any idea how it compares to a WS Tempest? Thanks! Stu
- Mon Apr 26, 2010 5:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: anyone paddle a perception eclipse 16?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 8285
anyone paddle a perception eclipse 16?
i am considering the purchase of a used poly perception eclipse. i couldnt find too much on the 16 footer online. I am curious if anyone had experience with the boat (or any eclipse). I did hear a few gripes about the non-locking foot pegs for the rudder and the boat being tippy.
any thoughts?
~Stu
any thoughts?
~Stu
- Mon Apr 26, 2010 5:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: kayak review section?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 18869
kayak review section?
i was curious if it made any sense to add a kayak review section to the discussion board. folks and place reviews of different kayaks they have paddled etc. as i am currently looking for something in the 16' - 17' range to take things to the next level i am particularly interested, though I bet othe...
- Mon Apr 12, 2010 2:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Camping on Boston Harbor Islands
- Replies: 13
- Views: 14537
Re: Camping on Boston Harbor Islands
Is that grassy area on Lovells an actual camp site or overflow (for late arrivals)? Or would you suggest it's better for off season stays?
thanks
thanks
- Wed Apr 07, 2010 4:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Camping on Boston Harbor Islands
- Replies: 13
- Views: 14537
Re: Camping on Boston Harbor Islands
I just looked at Grape Island's reservations on ReserveAmerica and it looks like saturdays are filling up quickly, while mid-week it's wide open.
~stew
~stew
- Tue Mar 30, 2010 11:47 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wilderness Systems Tsunami 170
- Replies: 5
- Views: 9333
Re: Wilderness Systems Tsunami 170
Thanks for the feedback. I do enjoy camping out of the kayak. And part of the reason I want a larger kayak is to get out to the harbor island for a few weekends. Also I am 6ft 170lbs not what I would say as being expectionally large or for that matter a small paddler. I ask since I have the opportun...
- Mon Mar 29, 2010 4:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wilderness Systems Tsunami 170
- Replies: 5
- Views: 9333
Wilderness Systems Tsunami 170
Anyone have any experience in a Tsunami 170? How is it different that then Tempest? Is one better than the other (obviously better is a matter of perspective, though I'd like to hear your perspective). I do like the idea of the skeg a little better while I htink the Tsnumai has a rudder, the Tempest...
- Fri Feb 19, 2010 3:45 pm
- Forum: Classifieds
- Topic: Noticed this post seems like a decent deal... Fiberglass Yak
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4410
Noticed this post seems like a decent deal... Fiberglass Yak
m Fiberglass Sea kayak - $1000 (marshfield, ma) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: 2010-02-18, 11:38AM EST Reply to: sale-2htvp-1606503972@craigslist.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 99 impex desi...
- Fri Feb 19, 2010 2:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Prijon Kodiak 17 VS. WS Tempest 170
- Replies: 10
- Views: 14869
Re: Prijon Kodiak 17 VS. WS Tempest 170
THANKS ALL! Great feedback. I am hoping to do some overnights on Bumpkin or Grape Island this summer and hopefully a Hull Southeast Coast run. However most of my paddling will be daytripping, afternnon/evening jaunts with a mix of hingham harbor, quincy bay and local creeks/rivers. AGAIN Thank you! ...
- Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Prijon Kodiak 17 VS. WS Tempest 170
- Replies: 10
- Views: 14869
Re: Prijon Kodiak 17 VS. WS Tempest 170
Also if anyone has suggestions on moving up from a 13feet to 17feet, I'd be open hearing them.
thanks again!
~steve
thanks again!
~steve
- Thu Feb 18, 2010 12:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Prijon Kodiak 17 VS. WS Tempest 170
- Replies: 10
- Views: 14869
Prijon Kodiak 17 VS. WS Tempest 170
Would anyone have some comparison or feedback on the differences between these two boats? PRIJON KODIAK 17'1" and WILDERNESS SYSTEMS TEMPEST 170 I am considering purchasing/upgrading from a 13 footer to something a little more "sea worthy". Ideally interested in working up to some cam...
- Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bad kayak bill is back!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5724
Re: Bad kayak bill is back!
far as i can tell this bill states that kayakers will be required to wear a lifejacket. seriously it doesnt seem that big of a deal. I imagine most of us already do wear one. Can someone help me understand why this is a bad idea/bad bill?
~stew
~stew
- Thu Sep 17, 2009 4:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Current on the North River?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 6792
Re: Current on the North River?
Pat, thanks so much for the info! It was slightly more of a general question. Basically I have plans to get a jog in with a running friend of mine in the am and was thinking I might like to paddling a little later in the day. I have been wanting to paddle the north river, yet usually end up over in ...
- Thu Sep 17, 2009 11:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Current on the North River?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 6792
Current on the North River?
I noticed your trip planned this weekend on the North River. I was wondering how significant the current is, particularly paddling against it. The trip is a oneway trip, how difficult would it be to paddle two ways, one against the tide? I am particularly intereted in the area you are paddling this ...
- Wed Jun 10, 2009 6:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wollaston Beach Launching
- Replies: 11
- Views: 11341
No argument from me!
seems like Craig sure has done his research and learned from experience.
kudos and thanks for the feedback!
~stew
kudos and thanks for the feedback!
~stew
- Mon Jun 08, 2009 12:59 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Weymouth Back River - June 6th
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6449
Thanks!!
Great post! Gets me energized to get out there again after a few weekends being out of town. Thank you for the post! And nice pictures!! Interesting location to have lobster pots. Makes me curious. Wonder if they fish deeper and bring the lobsters into the protective area there for storage or someth...
- Mon Jun 08, 2009 12:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wollaston Beach Launching
- Replies: 11
- Views: 11341
Shore Drive
What about launching off Shore Drive (straight across from Furnace Brook). With Black's Creek right there and deeper waters, it shouldnt be too difficult to paddle close to shore at lowtide. Just be careful of any currentwith water passing into and out of black's creek. m You might also want to ente...
- Thu May 28, 2009 4:57 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Hingham Harbor - Memorial Day Easy Paddle - May 25, 2009
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5246
thanks
yeah, pretty basic stuff but i great day none the less...
- Thu May 28, 2009 3:27 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Hingham Harbor - Memorial Day Easy Paddle - May 25, 2009
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5246
Hingham Harbor - Memorial Day Easy Paddle - May 25, 2009
Memorial Day, a relaxing a paddle, great time on Hingham Harbor. Memorial Day started as a lazy day and while we had planned to get out earlier to paddle it seemed a big breakfast and large cup of joe were necessary to gain the gumption (and energy) to load up the kayaking, fishing and grilling gear...
- Tue May 12, 2009 2:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: NSRWA River Clean Up Day
- Replies: 6
- Views: 7368
curius about these cleanups
I'd like to get more information about cleanups like these. any idea where i can find more info? I have started a habbit of bring a plastic shopping bag with me and snagging trash while paddling out on the rivers. I was curious if some of this "trash" might actually be beneficial. While I can't imag...
- Wed May 06, 2009 4:26 pm
- Forum: Past Trips
- Topic: Charles River, Millis to Natick - RESCHEDULED to Saturday5/2
- Replies: 28
- Views: 22857
- Wed May 06, 2009 10:56 am
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Weymouth's Back River: Sunday May 3rd 2009: Easy Paddle
- Replies: 4
- Views: 7607
There were just two of us (including me). Myself and one friend, Tom. He is new to paddling and used my older/prior yak. cheers ~steve FYI: now I am noticing a bunch of spelling and grammatical mistakes in my post above. ah well. I was in a bit of a rush and wanted to get it out there asap. maybe ne...
- Tue May 05, 2009 7:44 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Weymouth's Back River: Sunday May 3rd 2009: Easy Paddle
- Replies: 4
- Views: 7607
Weymouth's Back River: Sunday May 3rd 2009: Easy Paddle
Just wanted to toss a bare bones trip report out there from this sunday afternoon: Arrived at Abigail Adams park under a bit of light rain, more of a misting really. About 2:40pm sunday afternoon. Sure the forcast was for rain, but with a 40% chain of rain I was willing to take my chances. Plus, I w...
- Tue May 05, 2009 3:47 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Charles River 4/18/09 Short Trip
- Replies: 22
- Views: 23251
Charles River Statue
So...What is the history of a statue on the riverbank? I have been through that area once befoire. Was terribly interested at the time, then proceeded to completely forgot about looking it up, until reading your report.
thanks much!
~stu
thanks much!
~stu
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 4:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: boat recommendation/feedback suggested
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6075
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 2:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: boat recommendation/feedback suggested
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6075
boat recommendation/feedback suggested
I am an occasional visiter here at WTP. I have to 13ft kayak with a skeg, but looking to upgrade to something more suited for intermediate open water, like paddling to the some of the boston harbor islands (possible camp over) or paddle along nantasket and gun rock beach this summer. While I enjoy m...
- Thu Oct 04, 2007 1:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: SS Paddle this Sunday? (Quincy - Plymouth)
- Replies: 5
- Views: 7783
interesting...
I'll checkout the site to get more information! big THANKS!!
~steve/stew
~steve/stew
- Wed Oct 03, 2007 3:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Skeg, Rudder, Zilch?
- Replies: 43
- Views: 44139
- Wed Oct 03, 2007 2:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lovell's Island Overnight? Friday 28th...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 8687
trip report?
did you folks end up doing this paddle? sounds like a blast! definitely something i want to work up to doing!! any details? thanks ~steve
- Wed Oct 03, 2007 11:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: SS Paddle this Sunday? (Quincy - Plymouth)
- Replies: 5
- Views: 7783
SS Paddle this Sunday? (Quincy - Plymouth)
Anyone have anything in the works for this sunday? Looking to stay between beantown and the canal and late morning/noon is better than early morning.
Thanks!
~stew
Thanks!
~stew
- Wed Oct 03, 2007 10:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Skeg, Rudder, Zilch?
- Replies: 43
- Views: 44139
THANKS!!
Again Thanks for the feedback. Kate, what information about me would be useful in giving me more specific feedback? I am a sagittarius, great sense of humor, green eyes, and enjoy long walks (and/or paddles) on the beach...that help any? LOL ooops sorry at times that aforementioned "great" sense of ...