White Water Canoeing Gear
Learn what canoeing gear and supplies you'll need to go white water canoing in this free instructional video series.
Series Summary
The canoe has been used for thousands of years to explore and trade upon waterways and seas. Though motorboats have, for the most part, replaced the canoe for commercial trade canoes and kayaks are very popular as recreational water craft. Additionally there remains many places that cannot be explored and whitewater that cannot be conquered in a motorized watercraft; not to mention that traveling by canoe or by kayak can be quieter and more tranquil than a boat with a loud gas or diesel engine. A canoe or kayak can be used by two or more persons depending on the size of the vessel. It is easy, fun, and sometimes comical to learn canoeing and kayaking, but it is important to learn necessary safety equipment and techniques before getting into the water.In these free online videos you'll learn what gear & Equipment you'll need for basic white water canoeing. Expert Bruce Lessels shows you what types of clothes and fabrics are best to wear when canoeing, what sorts of personal safety equipment you'll need, like helmets and life vests, and what sorts of equipment you'll want to outfit your boat for safety and comfort. Bruce also tells you what features to look for when looking to rent or buy a canoe. And once you've got your canoe, Bruce also has tips to share to help you carry a canoe on top of your car, with a friend, or all alone.
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White Water Canoe Designs
White water canoes come in a variety lengths and widths and are made of different materials. Learn about various white water canoe designs in this free online instructional video.
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How to Carry a Canoe With a Friend
Solo canoes can be heavy, so sometimes it's easier to carry them with two people. Learn how to carry a canoe with another person in this free online instructional video.
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White Water Canoeing in Cold Water
When white water canoeing in very cold water, wear a neoprene wetsuit or a full dry suit (dry suit). Learn more about using wetsuits and dry suits on a canoeing trip in this free online instructional video.
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What to Wear for White Water Canoeing
When dressing for white water canoeing, make sure to dress for the water temperature and not just the air temperature. Learn what clothing and gear you'll need to deal with air and water temperature on a canoeing trip in this free online instructional video.
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Canoe Comfort Tips
From knee pads and thigh straps to padded seats, learn what gear you can use to outfit your canoe for comfort, safety and performance on your next white water canoeing trip in this free online instructional video.
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Safety Gear for White Water Canoeing: Part 2
From throw ropes to folding knives, learn what safety equipment you'll need in order to stay safe on a white water canoeing trip in this free online instructional video.
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Safety Gear for White Water Canoeing: Part 1
Life jacket, or personal flotation devices, and helmets are the most essential pieces of safety equipment for white water canoes. Learn more about what personal safety gear you'll need on a white water canoeing trip in this free online instructional video.
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How to Shop for Canoe Paddles
The best canoe paddles are light, powerful and sized correctly for the paddler. Learn how to shop for a canoe paddle plus learn about the parts of the paddle such as the blade, the throat, the shaft, and the grip in this free online instructional video.
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How to Store a Canoe
Storing a white water canoe correctly can extend the life of the boat and your gear. Learn the correct way to store a canoe in this free online instructional video.
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Using a Car Rack to Carry a Canoe
If you're carrying a canoe on a car rack, it's important to lift it up and tie it down correctly. Learn the right way to put a canoe onto a car rack in this free online instructional video.
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What Is a Canoe Made Of?
White water canoes have to be tough, so it's important that they be made from durable materials such as Royalex. Learn about different materials used to make canoes in this free online instructional video.
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Canoeing Terms
From the bow and stern of the canoe to the blade, throat and shaft of the canoe paddles, learn a variety of canoeing terms in this free online instructional video.
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How to Carry a Canoe Solo
White water canoes can weigh between 40 and 80 pounds (or more if wet), so if you're carrying a canoe by yourself it's important to make sure you protect your back and lift from your legs. Learn how to carry a white water canoe solo in this free online instructional video.
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Canoe Safety Tips
Make sure that you'll be safe if your boat flips over while you're white water canoeing. Learn how to outfit your canoe for safety on your next white water canoeing trip in this free online instructional video.
