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Tom's
TopKayaker Shop - For kayak back rests, mounting hardware &
more.
Purchases
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The
SealLine SmartTrack Rudder System Rudder
systems that require sliding foot braces sacrifice energy and overall
kayak control for the sake of a poorly executed turn & create
excess drag making. The SealLine SmartTrack Control System, a system
with solid foot braces and toe operated rudder control, claims to
have remedied those ailments. |
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Installing
the A Style Hatch by Tom Holtey
Cobra Kayaks supplies a large A shape hatch for installations on
their kayaks. The A Hatch may fit other kayak makes and models,
but a careful assessment of the deck space will have to made. |
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BACKRESTS,
KNEE STRAPS & PADDLE LEASHES…OH MY!!! Your
sit-on-top kayak is naked without the basic accessories. Tom Holtey
teaches you everything you ever wanted to know about these accessories
but didn't know to ask. |
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How
to make an EYE SPLICE in rope, for bowlines, anchor ropes &
lifelines
With this quick and easy method you can make an elegant and effective
loop at the end of hollow core braided rope. This will enable you
to make your own bowlines, anchor ropes and lifelines. |
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BASICS
OF STRAP EYES, RIVETS AND WELL NUTS
For Customization & Repair of Your Sit-on-top Kayak by
Tom Holtey. Many will want to customize their kayak for
better fitting knee straps, rig up a backrest, add a rod holder,
shock cords, or other variety of deck enhancements. This article
will instruct you on how to properly work with the hardware involved.
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How
To Install A Rudder On A Sit-on-top Kayak
Detailed instructions with photos. This also serves as a suppliment
to the Yakima/Perception rudder instructions. |
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When
To Get A Rudder & How To Use It Many
new paddlers will ask themselves: Do I need a rudder on my kayak?
We should start by asking: What is a rudder & What does it do? |
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DIVE
FLAGS
Divers must use a dive flag for safety and … It's the law!
Divers already know this, or at least they should. Snorklers, free
divers and even swimmers can benefit from a flag too. Instruction
here on dive flag regulations and mounting methods. |
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Kayak
Carry Strap: Uses, Adaptations & Instructions
by Tom Holtey
Want
a quick, non-bulky, economical way to carry your kayak? Here it
is!
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Kayak
Sailing with a Vee Sail
A
Vee Sail is essentialy a down wind sail. Read this thorough review
of the Primex / Deluge Kayak Sail provided to us by Lyon Expeditions.
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SIX
INCH HATCH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS |
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Kayak
Towing Methods & Equipment
Towing is an important safety skill. Open water towing and WW
towing are completely different.
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Kayaking
With A Disability Mark Theobald
Kayak paddle and backrest adaptations for the sit-on-top that is
encouraging this safe and easy kayak to become the paddle craft
of choice for many organizations with disability programs. |
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MAINTENANCE
OF LARGE CARGO HATCHES
Large
size cargo hatches on touring kayaks are a blessing for campers
and scuba divers. They can however be problematic in maintaining
a waterproof seal at times.
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Go
Sail A Kite! By Tom Holtey. Complete instruction on how
to kayak sail with a parafoil kite. |
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Packing
Your Sit-on-top For Camping & Touring
By properly storing your supplies and gear and placing them
appropriately into your kayak, you can be ensured of good paddling
performance. |
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SEE
OUR FISH/DIVE TAB FOR
INDIVIDUAL ARTICLES ON THESE TWO SPORTS |
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Storing
Your Sit-on-top Kayak We all have an "off season" or just
need some basic information on how to properly store our sit-on-tops
when not in use. What is the proper storage method for polyethylene
and composite boats? Find out here..... |
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Inflatable
Kayak Parts & Accessories
Most
inflatable kayaks have the same basic construction - but parts
& accessories are unique from their hard shell cousins.
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Inflatable
Kayaks - Basic Use & Care by Tom
Holtey
It
is always wise protocol to give yourself uncompromised time and
space when inspecting and assembling your brand new kayak and
its gear for the first time.
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