WCK's Top 10 Tips for Winter Boat Storage
Posted by Truman Proudfoot on 2019 Nov 7th
It’s that time of
year again, people putting away their paddles and pulling out their skis.
There’s still lots of paddling to do, and plenty to be mindful of if you're
putting away your gear for the season...Check out WCK’s Top 10 Tips for Winter Boat
Storage:
Don’t
store under house eaves-- canoes and kayaks can be damaged by the weight of
falling snow and ice!Use
cockpit covers to keep y
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Getting your Boat to the Water - Part 5 of 8 - Using Foam Blocks with No Roof Rack
Posted by Laura Vanderhoek (WCK Staff) on 2017 Oct 14th
Foam Blocks–Different varieties available
for both canoes, kayaks and SUP’s. No
roof rack requiredPros-Affordable-Easy to use-Require no installation and no
base roof rack although they can be used on a rack as well to provide
cushioning and cradling (If using with a roof rack follow instructions on using
kayak cradles above)-Low profile clearance for
entering a garageCons-Boats are Harder
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Getting your Boat to the Water - Part 1 of 8
Posted by Laura Vanderhoek (WCK Staff) on 2017 Jan 20th
Getting your
Canoe, Kayak or SUP to the water is an integral part of paddling. Unless you
own an inflatable or folding boat that you can fit in the trunk you will need
to invest in some transportation equipment. Sometimes the most dangerous part
of paddling is getting you and your boat to the water in one piece. We've all
seen vehicles on the road where the drivers load has shifted and is
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Paddling Destination: Vedder River, Chilliwack, BC
Posted by Ryan Bayes - WCK Staff on 2016 Nov 30th
The Vedder River in Chilliwack BC is world famous for its year round fishing. Being just 5 minutes from my door it also makes for a great paddling destination. The Vedder River is often passed over by local paddlers as a destination because people expect challenging waters and fast currents, none of which actually reside on the Vedder.Taking the dogs out for a cruise on the boards, Vedder River.Wh
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