Open Canoeing

The Ruk Sport Double Air Bag Fitting Kit is possibly the easiest and simplest way to start outfitting a canoe. The subject of lacing canoe airbags will always change a bit depending on who you ask. However this is a very easy way to get going. You can then customise it along the way.

The RUK Sport Canoe Buoyancy blocks come supplied as a pair and are a great alternative to the conventional canoe airbags as they won’t puncture. On the top of the buoyancy blocks there is a set of bungee elastics, that are ideal for storage. On the two top edges there are also three D-rings which are great for securing them into your canoe. There is also a 25mm strap that runs along the top of the block, again this is ideal for keeping these canoe wedges firmly in your boat.

The Bending Branches BB Special is a bestseller among everyday canoeists looking to save a few ounces with a comfortable paddle. It offers flat water cruising performance for paddlers looking to take the next step up.

The Silverbirch Canoes Standard Yoke comes available in a single size of 39" wide. It will fit most Canadian Canoes such as the Broadland 16 and features an ash construction. It comes uncut and undrilled, making it highly versatile as you can easily cut it down and drill it to suit the make and model of open canoe.

The Werner Bandito 1 Piece Straight Shaft is an aggressive spooned canoe paddle that's perfect for technical river running and slalom canoeing. It comes supplied with a loose T-handle so you can then cut it to your desired length.

The Werner Bandito Adjustable Straight Shaft is an aggressive spooned canoe paddle that's perfect for technical river running and slalom canoeing. The blade has been constructed from Werner's premium Fibreglass, known for it's durability against any impacts and abrasions. Its dihedral face is designed to allow water to flow evenly off both sides of the paddle, allowing for smooth and stable forward paddling. The fiberglass shaft is designed to offer the best compromise between strength and flex resulting in a shaft that delivers optimum performance.

The Venture Gunwale Fitting Kit rivets are sold in packets of 50 units. These rivets are ideal for securing items such as gunwales, p-clips and canoe end decks. Canoe spare parts such as these do take the effort out of canoe maintenance, often making a tedious job easy!

Rivers Publishing Best Canoe Trips in the South of France by Peter Knowles is a comprehensive guide to summer paddling in the Massif Central region of France. It covers the rivers themselves, providing a detailed description of most sections, and a guide to the area off the river, including campsite, culture and restaurants in the area.

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The Silverbirch Canoes Fitted Kneeling Thwart has been made from solid ash and comes complete with the hangers, bolts, nuts and washers required to fit it. The 8 inch kneeling thwart will work in all Silverbirch designs, however it best suited to High line boats and will provide a comfortable height/position for paddling. This allows you to trim and get an efficient paddling position in your boat.

The Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 15 Duralite is a lightweight and highly versatile open Canadian canoe that measures just under 15 foot in length. It's equally good for exploring your local white water river as it is on a flat lake or canal. The Broadland's Duralite construction means that it remains lightweight without compromising on quality. It comes available with a choice of either ash or vinyl gunwales, as well as the standard wooden webbed seats and a central carrying yoke. Custom options are also available.