Glenelg North Trip

Took the kayak out to Glenelg North Beach this morning for a nice paddle with the kids. The weather was really nice and we stopped to have a swim and test re-entering the kayak from deep water. We managed to get out of the kayak fairly easily without tipping it. Getting in required a bit more effort, but the kayak was really stable and was able to get back in. A rope ladder or foot hold would make it easier though. Another trip I'd like to try to capsize the kayak and then bail and re-board.

Tackle Box ... Rod Holders Installed

I made up the other two rod holders from PVC pipe and added a collar to help keep them in the right place. I have three layers of plywood that will secure the holders, and the middle layer has a slightly large hole to accommodate the collar. The holes for the top and bottom layers are small enough that the collar won't pass through them, securing the holder in position (in addition to the epoxy).

I used some epoxy to glue the rod holders to the box. The bottom two layers of ply still need to be trimmed to size.

Test fit in the kayak behind the front seat. It wouldn't want to be any wider otherwise it would encroach on the leg space of the rear passenger.