I've had my Hurricane Phoenix 140 (4.3m paddle yak) for a three years now. I been asked a few times about the fit-out and again recently. So here are the details. - two rod (Scotty type) holders either side just behind the seat - one central Ram type holder - fish finder - inside hull mound of senso...

Gozz wrote:I had plans to go to the safety shop after work today and pick up some steel blues but after receiving a nasty text from my wife because I've forgotten out 20th anniversary I spent my time chasing things my wife likes to smooth things over.

Easily sorted, just get her a pair of Steel Blues too.

Hardcore synchronised swimming

Hi Gozz, Rivets in plastic are a challenge as under load the plastic can deform and allow the heads to pull through the plastic. If you can get access behind where you are riveting then you can place a metal washer or plate (with just the right sized hole in it) on the otherside that provides a grea...

Picked up this thread a bit late. Nice design.
Question - 316 or 304 grade stainless? 316ss being the more resistant to corrosion in salt water, however 304ss being more economical.
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