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    So on a regular basis I get asked about who makes a good kayak or canoe, where to find plans for building a boat, things such as that. So, I've decided to start a new page listing a few companies with products that I like and support (meaning I like the designs and believe in their ability to put out a quality product). These lists will grow and change every so often so check back frequently. 

     This will be updated with a few comments on some of the brands and so on over time and maybe a few photos of some individual models as well as time permits.

Tahe Marine: 

 Tahe Greenland

Sea Kayaking UK/ Nigel Dennis:

Romany "S" (Surf) 

P&H Custom Sea Kayaks: 

P&H Quest LV 

Kayakpro:

 One of the fastest sea kayaks available, the Kayakpro Marlin. Coming soon to Thunder Bay!

Kayakpro:

THINK Kayak

 Clipper Canoes Racing:

Wenonah Racing Canoes: 

Feathercraft:

 Khatsalano... the first choice in my books for a folding kayak for tripping and expedition use. 

Klepper:

Nautauraid:

Clipper Canoes:

 Whitewater II... Grand Touring Canoe and fast recreational racer (Yukon River Quest, Across Quetico Race, Hunter Island Circuit etc.)

 Clipper Sea 1 Expedition Canoe...the one I paddled solo across Canada in 2004. The best of it's kind!

 For a full review of this canoe, click here:

Souris River Canoes: 

Wenonah Canoes: 

Bear Mountain Canoes:

Guillemot Kayaks: 

Chesapeake Light Craft: 

Pygmy Boats: 

Waters Dancing Kayaks: