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by redneckdan
Sun Mar 29, 2020 4:44 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Blackfly Ion Max Weight
Replies: 5
Views: 9711

Re: Blackfly Ion Max Weight

I am 6-2 240lbs. I have paddled an Ion in a parking & play type of environment. I looked absolutely ridiculous in the thing but it was a very fun boat!
by redneckdan
Wed May 09, 2018 5:31 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: PFD's ...2018...
Replies: 7
Views: 6396

Re: PFD's ...2018...

I went with the green jacket. I'm pretty happy with it.
by redneckdan
Thu Mar 08, 2018 4:37 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Slalom in the midwest
Replies: 6
Views: 5377

Re: Slalom in the midwest

I'm new to OC1 and white water in this area. I've rowed rafts and dorys on II/-III on trout water in Michigan, Wyoming, Montana, Utah, etc... Most of my local paddling is in the BWCA for injuries and/or casualties. I've got my boat somewhat setup and I'm looking to get it wet, bags should be here th...
by redneckdan
Wed Mar 07, 2018 8:46 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Slalom in the midwest
Replies: 6
Views: 5377

Re: Slalom in the midwest

Is there somewhere to catch some surf action on superior this time of year? I'm up on the range.
by redneckdan
Wed Mar 07, 2018 8:06 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Newbie from the North Woods
Replies: 14
Views: 9489

Re: Newbie from the North Woods

I ended up ordering some 12"x12" 3" thick blocks from NRS, added a new throw rope to the order to make the minimium. Need to source some contact cement locally yet.
by redneckdan
Thu Mar 01, 2018 1:56 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Newbie from the North Woods
Replies: 14
Views: 9489

Re: Newbie from the North Woods

Yeah I stumbled across that video yesterday. Anyone know where to order minicell foam blocks from?
by redneckdan
Tue Feb 27, 2018 4:24 am
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Newbie from the North Woods
Replies: 14
Views: 9489

Re: Newbie from the North Woods

Worked on it for a few more hours tonight. On the bright side, I'm getting pretty good at getting in and out of it. I have it to the point it's reasonably comfortable in jeans and street shoes. I'll probably find a pool and try it like this for a bit before I hack much more out. I cut out at least a...
by redneckdan
Sat Feb 24, 2018 5:16 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Newbie from the North Woods
Replies: 14
Views: 9489

Re: Newbie from the North Woods

Octane 91 arrived Thursday. Any advice on fitting the bulk head? I started with working the knees, then took about an inch out of the back rest. My nuts are still about 3 inches from the front vertical of the saddle and I can't quite sit on the saddle yet. I feel like my knees could go in further bu...
by redneckdan
Wed Feb 21, 2018 1:04 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Newbie from the North Woods
Replies: 14
Views: 9489

Re: Newbie from the North Woods

Yeah I stumbled across the rapid riders in my search for information on the Octane. I'm interested but I'm not sure if they will waive the pool night requirement. It'd be about a 4 hour drive for me, one way.
by redneckdan
Tue Feb 20, 2018 5:42 pm
Forum: CBoat C Forum
Topic: Newbie from the North Woods
Replies: 14
Views: 9489

Newbie from the North Woods

Hi all y'all! I ordered an Octane 91. Looking forward to giving this OC1 thing a try! I have a little bit of experience in moving water. Canoe tripping, IK, rafting both paddle and oar boats, mckenzie boats, K1, C1; not real deep into anything particular but a little bit of each. I have more trainin...