Open Canoeing

The Silverbirch P.E. Seat offer the perfect balance of quality, comfort and a precise fit, designed for a seamless experience on the water.

The Aquapac Waterproof Keymaster (with Lanyard), as the name suggests, is simply a waterproof baggies for your keys. It is also suitable for keeping other small items such as an MP3 player, a small phone or any loose change. It comes supplied with an adjustable carry-cord and is perfect for use during a wide range of outdoor activities like climbing, kayaking, hiking and white water rafting.

The Silverbirch Canoes SB17 Duracore Plus, is a Canadian canoe that was designed with one main objective. To work well in the commercial market, whether that is for Canadian canoe hire, or the outdoor education centre market. This open canoe measures in at approximately 17ft 2" in length and the weight carrying capacity is phenomenal. The SB17 comes in two main variants, the standard trim, and the low line trim. There is not really a standard seating configuration, but some of the most popular options are detailed below. It then incorporates a premium quality 3-layer construction, and the layering is perfectly chemically balanced. This gives the best levels of performance and durability.

The Prijon Rim Indian C1 is a durable and reliable canoe and rafting paddle, known for its toughness and long-lasting performance. Made from impact-resistant RIM material, it’s a favorite among activity centres, canoe hire outlets, and rafting enthusiasts. Its injection-moulded blade provides excellent impact resistance, while the sturdy aluminum shaft and plastic T-grip ensure comfortable and secure handling. Designed to withstand frequent use, this paddle is ideal for both canoeing and rafting in demanding conditions.

The Hou Canoes Hou Phoenix Tandem is a nimble and versatile open canoe that's been designed to elevate your paddling experience. Whether going on solo adventures or tandem explorations, this canoe provides the perfect blend of manoeuvrability, performance and stability.

The Palm Cherry Rivets come in a pack of 10.

The Pesda Press PaddleMore in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs is a guide for paddlers lookinh to explore the shorline and lochs of the Trossachs. Loch Lomond itself has over eighty kilometres of shoreline to explore, but there is so much more to the park. The twenty-two navigable lochs range from the vast sea lochs around Loch Long to small inland bodies such as Loch Chon. The rivers vary from relaxed meandering waterways like the Balvaig to the steep white water of the River Falloch and everything in between.

The Pesda Press Paddling Map of Britain is a high-quality map of mainland Britain that shows the huge extent of paddle-sport possibilities on rivers, lakes, canals and along the coast. It is colour-coded to clearly show the nature of the these waterways. The author, Peter Knowles FRGS, is a world renowned expedition kayaker who has written and produced many popular kayaking guide books.

The Railblaza C-Tug Wheels come supplied as pairs and there are two different versions available, the 'Sandtrakz' bulldozer style wheels and the standard 'Kiwi' puncture-free wheels (previously known as the Sandhopper). They are both great options and work well, however if you're planning on using them on a lot of soft, sandy beaches or muddy river banks, you may want to look at the SandTrakz option. These are slightly softer and will compress and spread, meaning less energy is required to pull the canoe trolley.

The Hou Canoes Kneeling Mat features a super grippy outer to minimise slipping and a 'soft knee' inner for added comfort. It will significantly increase your paddling efficiency, meaning you're less tired at the end of the day and can paddle further for the same energy output! There's also a small eyelet so you can tie it into the canoe for extra security if you wish.

The Venture alloy hanger offers a simple solution to suspending the wood seat in your Canadian Canoe. It simply bolts through the ends of the seat and then through the gunnel. The set comes with 2 hangers and the canoe seat hanger bolts which include the bolts, nuts and washers. It come’s pre-drilled with the holes so all you need to do is drill the holes in the seat and maybe the gunnels, so it all lines up correctly.

The Silverbirch Canoes Seat Hanger (Excluding Bolts) is the starting point of adding an extra seat to your canoe. The hangers come supplied as a pair and come available in two drop heights of 10cm and 14cm. They are predrilled so are easy to fit, however they don't come with the bolts, nuts and washers included. The distance between the holes is 22cm for the standard and 23cm for the larger. These hangers give a more rigid and secure fit, whilst also providing a more stable ride than some of the alternative options available. Its natural ash finish easily blends with the appearance of the seat and the rest of the boat.