http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/ Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:42:55 +0000 MyBB http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4146 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:03:21 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4146 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4145 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:33:56 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4145 Unfortunately it was pouring with rain when we got back so I couldn't get any

Anyway waking to a lovely morning I have now been able to fix that. So here she is.





Now I just need to get to grips with all this gubbins inside.
]]> Unfortunately it was pouring with rain when we got back so I couldn't get any

Anyway waking to a lovely morning I have now been able to fix that. So here she is.





Now I just need to get to grips with all this gubbins inside.
]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4144 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:04:50 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4144 I am sure I'm not the only one

next must have is a cotton canvas tarp for my bell tent.
I'll make my own but where do I get the material from?
]]> I am sure I'm not the only one

next must have is a cotton canvas tarp for my bell tent.
I'll make my own but where do I get the material from?
]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4142 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:05:55 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4142
Don't go there, you'll want to buy lots of things.
You'll find things there that you didn't even know existed and then suddenly you need it- not fair!!!

We had to collect the boat and retreat from the shop quickly before the credit card broke.]]>
Don't go there, you'll want to buy lots of things.
You'll find things there that you didn't even know existed and then suddenly you need it- not fair!!!

We had to collect the boat and retreat from the shop quickly before the credit card broke.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4140 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:47:50 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4140


Last summer David and I hosted the Hungry Sailors at Amberley museum in West Sussex.



It was great fun showing Dick and James Strawbridge around the museum looking for everyday wild food. It was important that for the ITV show that we concentrated only on plants that could be found locally and would be easy for anyone to identify. Dick and James proved to be pretty knowledgeable foragers and together we found a surprising range of foods within the museum grounds despite the summer being a traditionally lean time of year.

The plan had been to collect some food for a salad, cook a trout over an open fire and then help them carve their own spoons and spatulas for use in the rest of the series. Then the dark spectre of fire by friction reared its ulgy head.

The best plans only last so long. Dick and James were determined to create fire. Luckily I had some old bow drill sets stashed as a museum exhitbit. A quick demonstration of proper technique off camera and it was over to the Hungry Sailors. The red mist of the prmitive hunter gatherer was apon them. Several Bow drill sets later and many hours had past and still no fire.

David setting a possible speed record carving new spindles and the chaps created dust. Lovely black dust so near to an ember yet so far. Despite our recommendadtions to take a break and rest the chaps were determined that honour demanded fire. At this point fire was impossible as the sailors we just too exhausted for proper technique and there continued effort had polished the bow drill beyond use.

At last we decided to cheat and use a gas torch to get the fire going as lots of filming still needed to be completed and I was fast becoming a very hungry sailor.



Fire by friction is far more about technique than brute force. Start slow and steady to gently warm the set and get your muscle memory set. Once you are creating dark black dust and a thick smoke its time to gently increase pressure on the spindle and pick up the pace. Once you have your ember glowing treat it gently for it is fragile and needs time to grow. Take your time before transferring the ember to a tinder bundle that you have prepared in advance.

The Trout cooked by James was delicous with a lovely wood smoked flavour coming through the sauce.



Here is a link to the Show]]>


Last summer David and I hosted the Hungry Sailors at Amberley museum in West Sussex.



It was great fun showing Dick and James Strawbridge around the museum looking for everyday wild food. It was important that for the ITV show that we concentrated only on plants that could be found locally and would be easy for anyone to identify. Dick and James proved to be pretty knowledgeable foragers and together we found a surprising range of foods within the museum grounds despite the summer being a traditionally lean time of year.

The plan had been to collect some food for a salad, cook a trout over an open fire and then help them carve their own spoons and spatulas for use in the rest of the series. Then the dark spectre of fire by friction reared its ulgy head.

The best plans only last so long. Dick and James were determined to create fire. Luckily I had some old bow drill sets stashed as a museum exhitbit. A quick demonstration of proper technique off camera and it was over to the Hungry Sailors. The red mist of the prmitive hunter gatherer was apon them. Several Bow drill sets later and many hours had past and still no fire.

David setting a possible speed record carving new spindles and the chaps created dust. Lovely black dust so near to an ember yet so far. Despite our recommendadtions to take a break and rest the chaps were determined that honour demanded fire. At this point fire was impossible as the sailors we just too exhausted for proper technique and there continued effort had polished the bow drill beyond use.

At last we decided to cheat and use a gas torch to get the fire going as lots of filming still needed to be completed and I was fast becoming a very hungry sailor.



Fire by friction is far more about technique than brute force. Start slow and steady to gently warm the set and get your muscle memory set. Once you are creating dark black dust and a thick smoke its time to gently increase pressure on the spindle and pick up the pace. Once you have your ember glowing treat it gently for it is fragile and needs time to grow. Take your time before transferring the ember to a tinder bundle that you have prepared in advance.

The Trout cooked by James was delicous with a lovely wood smoked flavour coming through the sauce.



Here is a link to the Show]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4138 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:16:48 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4138 As the name suggests this is essentially a larger version of the original yukon.

Weighed on my bathroom scales (so not the most accurate for small weights like this) my original heavy duty yukon weighs 2kg and the super yukon 3kg. The pack size being about twice the size but no thicker as can be seen here.



Here it is assembled.


The top plate for a kelly kettle fits on the super with room in front for a pot.


And here next to my original yukon for a size comparison.


Quality is as you would expect, similar to the original. Assembly was not really any harder than the original. Once assembled it didn't feel quite as solid as my original as there is a bit of play in the joints but it is not rickety and it perfectly solid enough for safe use.. However having said this after a few fires warping of the steel on my original has made it much tighter to assemble. Given that the length of the super may suffer more from this I think the play in it will tighten up with use will hopefully mean that it doesn't become hard to assemble further down the line.

Can't wait til I have time to fire her up.]]> As the name suggests this is essentially a larger version of the original yukon.

Weighed on my bathroom scales (so not the most accurate for small weights like this) my original heavy duty yukon weighs 2kg and the super yukon 3kg. The pack size being about twice the size but no thicker as can be seen here.



Here it is assembled.


The top plate for a kelly kettle fits on the super with room in front for a pot.


And here next to my original yukon for a size comparison.


Quality is as you would expect, similar to the original. Assembly was not really any harder than the original. Once assembled it didn't feel quite as solid as my original as there is a bit of play in the joints but it is not rickety and it perfectly solid enough for safe use.. However having said this after a few fires warping of the steel on my original has made it much tighter to assemble. Given that the length of the super may suffer more from this I think the play in it will tighten up with use will hopefully mean that it doesn't become hard to assemble further down the line.

Can't wait til I have time to fire her up.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4136 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:52:08 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4136 We're starting at Godalming again but going up-stream on the old river, there is some stunning countryside once you get out of Godalming.

Starting Saturday morning through to Sunday hmmm with another cheeky overnighter somewhere?

Hopefully I'll remember to take some pics this time.

OOPS PUT IT IN THE WRONG BIT, I READ IT AS "TRIPS" NOT "TIPS" HEY THERE MR MODS CAN YA MOVE IT PLEASE.....SOZ!]]> We're starting at Godalming again but going up-stream on the old river, there is some stunning countryside once you get out of Godalming.

Starting Saturday morning through to Sunday hmmm with another cheeky overnighter somewhere?

Hopefully I'll remember to take some pics this time.

OOPS PUT IT IN THE WRONG BIT, I READ IT AS "TRIPS" NOT "TIPS" HEY THERE MR MODS CAN YA MOVE IT PLEASE.....SOZ!]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4134 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:52:31 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4134


Since it was Friday Night there was nothing left to do but hit the Bar!
The Balding old Stag on the Right! (if he was a real stag he would of been culed by now)





Also believe at this point Dave was Whispering Sweet nothings to the great big white Telephone I will shelter you from this sight!

The Next Day Time for a spot of canoeing

on the Bus


Theres Huey I mean Dave at the Front! Topsey one of the other ex Shipmates is under cover and cannot be identified due to the nature of work (we believe he is the tree in the background)



The Pit Stop


Scenic Shot


Racing to Lunch


took some video of the rapids in the afternoon so no more canoeing photos
However we did visit Ross on Wye cider farm Which was arranged by Jamie the Landlord of Ye olde ferrie inn he even provided us with a free Taxi service! Results of which are:

Oh no not again Dave:



Just Joking he did not chunder that night!

View from the Bunkhouse




Big Thankyou to Jamie The Landlord for supplying us with drinks and allowing us to help ourselves he was an extra member of the party by the end of the weekend and also Thanks to Stuart and the gang at WYE canoes the only company open in Jan!!]]>


Since it was Friday Night there was nothing left to do but hit the Bar!
The Balding old Stag on the Right! (if he was a real stag he would of been culed by now)





Also believe at this point Dave was Whispering Sweet nothings to the great big white Telephone I will shelter you from this sight!

The Next Day Time for a spot of canoeing

on the Bus


Theres Huey I mean Dave at the Front! Topsey one of the other ex Shipmates is under cover and cannot be identified due to the nature of work (we believe he is the tree in the background)



The Pit Stop


Scenic Shot


Racing to Lunch


took some video of the rapids in the afternoon so no more canoeing photos
However we did visit Ross on Wye cider farm Which was arranged by Jamie the Landlord of Ye olde ferrie inn he even provided us with a free Taxi service! Results of which are:

Oh no not again Dave:



Just Joking he did not chunder that night!

View from the Bunkhouse




Big Thankyou to Jamie The Landlord for supplying us with drinks and allowing us to help ourselves he was an extra member of the party by the end of the weekend and also Thanks to Stuart and the gang at WYE canoes the only company open in Jan!!]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4132 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:26:32 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4132
Dons most famous for his 12000 mile canoe trip from Canada to the Amazon which he completed with his son Dana, and highlighted in the book "Paddle to the Amazon".

Regarded as one of Canada's most famous of paddlers, and a truly great adventurer!

Our thoughts and sympathies to his family and friends.

Winnipeg Free Press

Nige.]]>
Dons most famous for his 12000 mile canoe trip from Canada to the Amazon which he completed with his son Dana, and highlighted in the book "Paddle to the Amazon".

Regarded as one of Canada's most famous of paddlers, and a truly great adventurer!

Our thoughts and sympathies to his family and friends.

Winnipeg Free Press

Nige.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4131 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:07:28 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4131
Spaghetti - 80g per person (about the diameter of a 20 pence peice )
Finely grated Parmesan - as much as you like
Good Smoked Bacon - 2 slices per person
Eggs - 1 per person + 1 egg yolk
Freshly grated pepper - as much as you like

Cut up the bacon into small strips and fry until crispy (keep warm)
Cook the Spaghetti until done (approx 11 mins)
Drain Spaghetti and add whisked eggs and spag back into pan, cook until eggs are done.
Add bacon and Parmesan, stir and add pepper.

Enjoy..
Cheers
Red.]]>
Spaghetti - 80g per person (about the diameter of a 20 pence peice )
Finely grated Parmesan - as much as you like
Good Smoked Bacon - 2 slices per person
Eggs - 1 per person + 1 egg yolk
Freshly grated pepper - as much as you like

Cut up the bacon into small strips and fry until crispy (keep warm)
Cook the Spaghetti until done (approx 11 mins)
Drain Spaghetti and add whisked eggs and spag back into pan, cook until eggs are done.
Add bacon and Parmesan, stir and add pepper.

Enjoy..
Cheers
Red.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4130 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:42:54 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4130
The first brew stop


We managed to spot 7 Kingfishers so she was over the moon.

Heading back down towards Fowey I'm the dumpy one in the open





Coming past the Fowey tugs

Fowey on the right Polruan on the left


Lovely old Fowey


Polruan 'blockhouse',theres another on Fowey side of the river and a chain ran across between the two to be raised against unwanted invasion.


Dawn French's pad


Approaching the mouth of the river and open sea




Open sea


Next stop France

Lankelly cliffs and Gribben Point,at this stage my friend got a bit worried and did'nt want to go any further so we headed back


St.Catherines castle


Our next brew,pasty and saffron bun stop


The old look out


Heading back to Fowey


Harbour masters office on the left




One of the best days I've had on the water,I would have loved to have been able to go along the coast a bit but my friend did'nt feel safe.That'll come another day,thanks for looking ]]>
The first brew stop


We managed to spot 7 Kingfishers so she was over the moon.

Heading back down towards Fowey I'm the dumpy one in the open





Coming past the Fowey tugs

Fowey on the right Polruan on the left


Lovely old Fowey


Polruan 'blockhouse',theres another on Fowey side of the river and a chain ran across between the two to be raised against unwanted invasion.


Dawn French's pad


Approaching the mouth of the river and open sea




Open sea


Next stop France

Lankelly cliffs and Gribben Point,at this stage my friend got a bit worried and did'nt want to go any further so we headed back


St.Catherines castle


Our next brew,pasty and saffron bun stop


The old look out


Heading back to Fowey


Harbour masters office on the left




One of the best days I've had on the water,I would have loved to have been able to go along the coast a bit but my friend did'nt feel safe.That'll come another day,thanks for looking ]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4129 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:56:42 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4129 I have mine on order already can't wait for the second installment.....

cheers iain.]]> I have mine on order already can't wait for the second installment.....

cheers iain.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4127 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:50:04 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4127 A few months ago I purchased her second movie, "Advanced Classic Solo Canoeing", and it is also a well made movie. It is going a bit more in depth on more advanced techniques, and also has some fun footage from their making of this movie.

These movies can be purchased at her homepage.]]> A few months ago I purchased her second movie, "Advanced Classic Solo Canoeing", and it is also a well made movie. It is going a bit more in depth on more advanced techniques, and also has some fun footage from their making of this movie.

These movies can be purchased at her homepage.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4126 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:21:46 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4126
here is a quick run down building the new split boat

we built the hull over Christmas and have only just got round to doing anything with it



a long mornings work and it now look like this



all scuppered up and ready for sanding !

i have a picture in my head of what the finished boat is supposed to look like not every thing goes according to plan but i think i cracked it with the split yoke.........






it was definitely heart in the mouth time as i cut it down the centre, praying that it wasn't going to end up as firewood for the stove

all i need to do is fit the seats and handles and its done

launch day was planned for sunday but some proper work needed to take place so the big day will be next weekend

stu]]>
here is a quick run down building the new split boat

we built the hull over Christmas and have only just got round to doing anything with it



a long mornings work and it now look like this



all scuppered up and ready for sanding !

i have a picture in my head of what the finished boat is supposed to look like not every thing goes according to plan but i think i cracked it with the split yoke.........






it was definitely heart in the mouth time as i cut it down the centre, praying that it wasn't going to end up as firewood for the stove

all i need to do is fit the seats and handles and its done

launch day was planned for sunday but some proper work needed to take place so the big day will be next weekend

stu]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4125 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:13:05 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4125 I`m a total novice, after studying various forums I had a chat with Stu from Apache canoes, very helpful fella hope to be ordering the Apache 16 kit very soon, any advise would be very welcome. Cheers everyone Robert]]> I`m a total novice, after studying various forums I had a chat with Stu from Apache canoes, very helpful fella hope to be ordering the Apache 16 kit very soon, any advise would be very welcome. Cheers everyone Robert]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4124 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:16:13 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4124
I have signed up even though I have done my 4 star never hurts to have a refresher.]]>
I have signed up even though I have done my 4 star never hurts to have a refresher.]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4123 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:15:21 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4123 I also practise Bushcraft and have the usage of about 900 acres of woodland which I use on a regular basis if anyone wants to brush up on there wild camping skills.

Im not a billy no mates honest...lol]]> I also practise Bushcraft and have the usage of about 900 acres of woodland which I use on a regular basis if anyone wants to brush up on there wild camping skills.

Im not a billy no mates honest...lol]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4122 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:36:44 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4122 I've had a quick browse and the forum looks great and Im looking forward to getting stuck in.
The wife bought me an Old Town canoe for Xmas so hopefully I might bump in to some of you when out and about. I've already done a couple of trips of which one was on the Wey navigation from Godalming and finishing near Ripley in Surrey a fantastic little paddle even if having to portage 8ish locks got a bit tiresome....lol.
Anyhoo! I'll speak more on the forum.

Cheers
Pete]]> I've had a quick browse and the forum looks great and Im looking forward to getting stuck in.
The wife bought me an Old Town canoe for Xmas so hopefully I might bump in to some of you when out and about. I've already done a couple of trips of which one was on the Wey navigation from Godalming and finishing near Ripley in Surrey a fantastic little paddle even if having to portage 8ish locks got a bit tiresome....lol.
Anyhoo! I'll speak more on the forum.

Cheers
Pete]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4119 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:43:42 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4119 £3 drybags offer here (sportsdirect.com)

Get em while you can. Karrimor branded drybags of various sizes, just £3 each]]> £3 drybags offer here (sportsdirect.com)

Get em while you can. Karrimor branded drybags of various sizes, just £3 each]]> http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4109 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:58:11 +0000 http://www.canoewithaview.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?tid=4109 10.00 on the water

Finish Great Heywood
(a supported shuttle)
Journey time approx 5 hours dependent on Brew Stops

Another Frostbite acclimatisation meet up]]> 10.00 on the water

Finish Great Heywood
(a supported shuttle)
Journey time approx 5 hours dependent on Brew Stops

Another Frostbite acclimatisation meet up]]>