Open Canoeing

The Ortlieb X-Plorer Kit Bag is a fantastic combination of a dry bag and a rucksack. The X-Plorer is made from a waterproof and tear resistant material and has a simple roll'n'snap closure which gives the X-Plorer it's adaptable packing volume to suit each individual trip.

The Ortlieb X-Tremer Sack is a sturdy dry bag that comes available in two huge sizes that are a great alternative to rigid boxes and bulky barrels. They feature adjustable shoulder straps for ease of transport and when empty they easily fold flat into a small, neat package. The roll-snap closure ensures that these bags stay 100% waterproof, it is recommended that you roll at least four times and close the buckles prior to any immersion in water.

The Palm 3D Canoe float bags are a whole new approach to floatation for Canadian Canoes. They are available in 3 different sizes and the 3D shape to ensures that they fit into the ends of your canoe more efficiently. They also feature anchor points along the top edges of the bag to help secure the bags in place. They are easily inflated thanks to the inflation tube and this can be sealed with a twist valve. In the event that you need to deflate them, there is a large dump valve.

The Palm Alba Paddle is a great all-round canoe paddle that offers the feel of wood, whilst having the added durability of plastic. Thanks to its buoyant foam core blade, it's light in the water and the clean shape works smoothly for all strokes without flutter.

The Palm Alba Pro is a great all-round canoe paddle that offers the feel of wood, whilst having the added durability of plastic. Thanks to its buoyant foam core blade, it's light in the water and the clean shape works smoothly for all strokes without flutter.

The Palm River Trek Drybag is a highly versatile open canoe rucksack that is available in 4 different size options, There is a River Trek 50L, 75L, 100L and also a River Trek 125L for the person who needs to carry lots of kayak gear. This drybag rucksack is ideal for use on a Canadian canoe expedition, as it will protect your equipment from the water.

The Palm T Handle is a moulded plastic T handle, designed to fit into the end of canoe or rafting paddle that uses a hollow shaft such as the Ainsworth C100 or the Palm Otter Canoe Paddle. Constructed from injection moulded plastic, the T Handle is rounded for comfort in the hand, and will fit into shafts with the internal diameter specified by size.

The Peak PS Canoe Airbags are super-tough welded canoe airbags. The eyelets and D rings make fitting them into your canoe easy. These are used by many boat manufacturers, coaches and centres.

The Peak UK Canoe Airbags are ideal for use in the majority of Canadian Canoes. Canoe airbags are well worth adding to a boat, as in the event of a capsize it makes them easy to rescue and recover. The Peak UK Canoe Airbags are made from a tough and durable PVC coated Nylon. The seams are all welded to prevent leakage and the wedge shape of the bag is designed to fit into the Bow and Stern of your open canoe.

Tim Gent shares his passion for cooking over an open fire. Gathering and preparing the wood and kindling, lighting and tending the fire, cooking techniques and favourite recipes are all covered.

In this book Tim Gent shares his enthusiasm for and experience of travelling and camping from an open canoe.

Ray Goodwin is one of the most respected canoeing coaches in the UK if not the world and the Pesda Press Canoeing book offers a comprehensive guide to all aspects of open boating.

A complete introduction to open canoeing. Discover Canoeing is a journey through the sport of open canoeing, its history, the modern canoe and the future.

Pesda Press English Canoe Classics Volume 1 is an illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of northern England’s waterways, from the North Tyne in Northumbria to the Shropshire Union Canal in the West Midlands. Scenic lakes, placid canals and broad rivers, as they can only be seen from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard.

An illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of southern England’s waterways, from the Grand Union Canal in the South Midlands to the River Tamar in the South West. Scenic lakes, placid canals and broad rivers, as they can only be seen from a canoe, kayak or paddleboard.

Pesda Press Irish Canoe Classics is an illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of Ireland’s waterways. Wild loughs, placid canals and broad rivers, as they can only be seen from a canoe, kayak or paddleboard.