canoe outrigger

ratherbefishin

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now that I have used my 19' grumman/6 hp evinrude on a Yukon river float trip- I am exploring the possability of attaching a detachable outrigger for use on more open [ but still sheltered] water.It could be either sailed, or powered.<br /> Would you have an outrigger off just one side,Hawiian style, or would you have it on both sides?Any experiance/comments?
 

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Re: canoe outrigger

I think I would put it on one side, is seems like there would be a lot less stress that way. The boat could rock in the waves instead of being lifted.
 

ratherbefishin

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Re: canoe outrigger

putting an outrigger off one side would put more stress on the struts, than if mounted on both sides[ which would also lift the canoe].I was thinking if I mounted it on one side, the struts would have to be braced pretty well, probably attached to a thwart.Making it strong, yet removable would be a challenge.Likely I would make the mounting bracket perminent, and fasten the strut with wing nuts.<br /> I would also think with an outrigger, installing a sail would become a viable option.<br /> Any experiance with this setup would be appreciated.
 

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Re: canoe outrigger

I was looking at the plans once for one. It used a single pontoon attached to built in brackets held in place with wing nuts. It also showed a sail set up using a side board instead of a centerboard. Looked like a good all around set up.
 

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Re: canoe outrigger

Cabelas sells something called canoe stabilizer floats. They hang out on both sides of the canoe. I don't think they normally touch the water, but are supposed to keep the canoe from flipping. Having been been flipped by high winds & a broadside wave, I'm glad I didn't have an outboard to get wet & that it wasn't cold when I went in.
 

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Re: canoe outrigger

The Absolute Best, Easiest, Most Portable, Stable, Etc....<br /><br />2 Canoes...<br />2 2X4s, 8'long....<br />8 21" Bungee Straps....<br /><br />Lash the canoes together using the 2X4s,+ bungees around the thwarts... mount your 6hp between the canoes....<br />Your Good to Go, Even into some reasonably Rough water....
 

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Re: canoe outrigger

I used to paddle in the Hawaiian style outriggers. I don't think they would be the best for what you want. Sailing would be limited to one tack only and part of our practice was dedicated to recovering from a "Hoolio" (capsize). They are a great, fast racing canoe and teams take them out into huge waves but they probably won't do what you want that well.
 

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Re: canoe outrigger

I just noticed you're posting from Victoria. Is that Victoria, B.C.? If so, try contacting the False Creek Racing Canoe Club (Vancouver) or Lotus (Port Moody) to see about going for a paddle in one. Lots of experience at both clubs.
 
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