GREAT GEAR

April-May 2004

This is an article from WaveLength Magazine, available in print in North America and globally on the web.
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BORÉAL DESIGN’S NEW ‘FJORD’

Boréal Designs is introducing the all new Fjord sea kayak for summer 2004, featuring reverse hard chines, a long waterline and a semi-arched hull. Designed for intermediate paddlers, the Fjord has integral thigh braces, recessed fittings, lifelines and an ergonomic seat. Although designed to track well, this kayak is available with a rudder or a skeg.

Length: 16' 4"
Beam: 22.5"
Weight (Fibre/Kevlar): 53/47 lbs
Also available in Carbon For more info: www.borealdesign.com.


TARP CLAMP

GadgetBrothers have introduced instant grommets for polyethylene sheets, canvas and other materials, allowing you to put tie downs just where you want them, without needing to put holes in your tarps. These grommets are not only stronger than the conventional type, they are completely repositionable.

Optional Ball Bungies provide even easier tying off.

$2/each or 10 for $20 US. www.gadgetbrothers.com.


LIGHT LOAD TOWELS

A LightLoad Towel weighs only 5 oz. when dry and is compressed into a disk less than 2” in diameter. When removed from its water resistant packaging, it expands into a 12”X24” super absorbant, reusable, biodegradable towel suitable as a handtowel, washcloth, coffee or water filter, pot holder or even a fire starter. Inexpensive and versatile.

For more information, 888-LIGHTLO (544-4856)

www.ultralighttowels.com.