I bought a new kayak, a plastic one this time. It’s a 10 foot pelican sink, got it for fishing as it has a bunch of room inside. Here’s a picture of the fish and you can see a bit of the boat in the background. My current thoughts on this boat is to copy the lines of the hull, modify them a bit and build a 11 to 12 foot version that tracks just a tad better. After that, I’ll probably sell this one.

One of my favorite Canadians, Mag Ruffman, has a blog on home repairs, crafts and general constructing projects. Here is a link to a video to give you an idea of the zaniness.

Mag

And, here is her site:

index to articles

Always good for a laugh or at least a shake of the head.

Tony

I managed to brave the heat and put the rack on the trailer this afternoon. Here’s what it looks like, remember you can click on the picture for more.

The rack is attached with eye bolts and does not modify the trailer.

Later..
Tony

Great site to keep up on what geeky things are considered most important.. Oh yeah, you can vote on the ones you like too.

GeekChow

Sorry for the time between posts, but life kinda got in the way. Latest good news is that I got a new Pick-up truck. My Toyota Tacoma.

Bad news is now I need a way to transport the kayaks.. Good news is I bought a trailer..
More on that in the next post..

So, What have you all been up to??

Tony

Carlos just sent me this message..

Hola
puedes cambiar mi link ??
antes era http://diariokayak.iespana.es/
y ahora es
www.diariodekayak.es
gracias, Carlos

OK, translation:
Hello,
Can you change my link?
It was http://diariokayak.iespana.es/
and now it is
http://www.diariodekayak.es
Thank you, Carlos

De nada Carlos,
¡Si! Yo puedo y ahora este link (derecho) es bueno.

Recuedar, cede el derecho de paso.

Tony

The bash has come and gone, those of you that were there had a great time, many models available for trying out. We probably hooked a few more builders, God help them now….. I posted a bunch of pictures for y’all to look at and see if you can find yourself or others you know. Leave comments too! Just click on the picture of Kurt below to get to them..
Tony

I had a great time at the bash and enjoyed talking to many experienced and curious kayak builders. Here’s a link to my photo set on flickr.

2007 Texas Kayak Builders Bash

Both Kurt and John had new original designs there in addition to Steve’s saran wrap kayak and Tony’s strip built Sea Ranger. I don’t have an official count, but I think there were at least 40 boats. Tony should post something soon with more official numbers.

Made a trip up to AustinKayaks in San Marcos this morning for some foam blocks to mount the yaks on my car. I’m still saving up for a Yakima or Thule (whatever I find cheapest on craigslist). They foam works well in this manner and will fit on the bars of the rack when I get it.

We’re leaving about 3:30 today and look forward to seeing some of you there tomorrow!

It’s time for another builders bash. 4-28-07 This time it is near Galveston, Just off the island at the ‘West end’ at the Brazoria County Park. Lots of new kayaks to view and paddle if ya like. My new one is a 17′ by 19 inch strip version of the Sea Ranger (Tom Yost design) Kurt has a new one coming 2 inches longer than mine, but same beam and of a different design. Both are rolling low vol. kayaks. Other events include a Galveston ship channel tour starting at Texas A&M Galveston on Pelican Island on Sunday the 29th.
Take a gander at John C’s webpage reguarding time and events. This will be one you don’t want to miss.
See ya there!
Tony