I Ron DeBord would have to say that the Kevlar Canoe is a nice change having recently used one on the waters in the Quetico Provincial Park-Canada. The Boys and I rented a couple of these fine canoes for a fly in trip, and I do not regret having done so. These canoes are light weight and make for a much more enjoyable trip on the water (faster) and much easier to manage while portaging. I have carried canoes of various materials including plastic and aluminum and it would be hard to go back to these particular canoes if my intent is to cover distance and not worry about length of portages. I highly recommend this light weight alternative.
Kevlar is a strong material, yet one must be cautious as you would with any material to ensure that damage is not done while around very large rocks. However, I did find these canoes to be extremely durable with an unsurpassed strength to weight ratio. Ron DeBord and his three sons had a great time with no worries regarding weight and balancing the Kevlar Canoe.
More to come on the outdoor experiences that make memories for a lifetime.
Ron DeBord
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Friday, August 31, 2012
My Tent won't stay dry.....
My name is Ron DeBord and I am an Outdoorsman....Ron DeBord....After trying several tents over the years, I Ron DeBord, would have to say that the North Face Mountain 25 is one of the best investments I have made with respect to a tent that keeps you warm and dry. This durable tent can take tremendous winds, and keeps you dry even when Mother Nature throws in a down pour if not a micro-burst of rain. Staying dry is something we all want when we are in the outdoor, especially during cooler temperatures. A description....
Bomber, high-mountain protection with refined features, this two-person tent is the most compact of the Summit Series® expedition tents.
About this product
"This tent is bomber squared. When it's nuking outside, you'll be real glad you have it." -Cedar Wright,The North Face® Athlete, Rock ClimberBomber, high-mountain protection with refined features, this two-person tent is the most compact of the Summit Series® expedition tents.
Features
- Dual doors with poled front vestibule
- Fully taped nylon bucket floor
- No-stretch Kevlar® guylines with camming adjuster
- Polyurethane (PU) port window, cold-crack tested to -60°F
- High-low venting
- Reflective guylines and glow-in-the-dark zip pulls
- Compatible with square gear loft
- DAC stakes with pull cord
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Ron DeBord with "my three sons" to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada: Ron DeBord trip to the Canadian Wilderness
Ron DeBord with "my three sons" to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada: Ron DeBord trip to the Canadian Wilderness: Ron DeBord takes trip to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada. Ron DeBord offers a description of Quetico: Quetico is a protected, prist...
Ron DeBord with "my three sons" to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada: Ron DeBord trip to the Canadian Wilderness
Ron DeBord with "my three sons" to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada: Ron DeBord trip to the Canadian Wilderness: Ron DeBord takes trip to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada. Ron DeBord offers a description of Quetico: Quetico is a protected, prist...
Ron DeBord trip to the Canadian Wilderness
Ron DeBord takes trip to Quetico Provincial Park Ontario Canada. Ron DeBord offers a description of Quetico:
Quetico is a protected, pristine wilderness retreat of international acclaim west of Lake Superior on the Canada-U.S. border. The park's tangled network of lakes once formed water routes travelled by Ojibway and fur traders. Now it is primarily the destination of experienced canoeists seeking solitude and rare glimpses of wildlife by cascading waterfalls, glassy lakes and endless forests. The park is accessible at four points by canoe and two by car (Dawson Trail Campground and Lac la Croix Ranger Station).
After consulting with North Country Canoe Outfitters (Exceptional Outfitter with close to 30-yrs of service) Park Permits and Remote Border Crossing Permits were secured. A map customized for our needs was estabished with a fine blend of canoeing and fishing opportunities in the wilderness area of Quetico Provinical Park. All transportation arrangements were neatly arranged and organized by this fine outfitter. Ultimately we were picked up via float plane on the US side and taken to CANADIAN CUSTOMS, SAND POINT LAKE, ONTARIO and from there to Lac La Croix ranger station to pay for our Quetico permit and camping fees. After that we took a tow boat with a 250hp Evinrude which delivered us to the "front door and threshold of the Candadian Wilderness.
Entering at Lake McAree, we canoed our way North to Minn Lake then up the Darky River on to Darky Lake. From Darky Lake we canoed to Argo lake and then further south west down to Agnes Lake. Taking the Moose River, we were able to move further south into the boundary waters on the MN side and then to our final portage to be picked up by the outfitter. This 6-day trip was a beautiful and majestic experience that I and my three boys will not forget. Along with the scenic beauty in this wilderness we witnessed a variety of plant life, wildlife, water features (falls and rivers) and also experienced the wonderful fishing that this territory offers with Pike, Small Mouth, and Large Mouth Bass.
More to come on this incredible expericence as I hope to relay more on the gear we used from tents, to hardware, water filters etc....
Quetico is a protected, pristine wilderness retreat of international acclaim west of Lake Superior on the Canada-U.S. border. The park's tangled network of lakes once formed water routes travelled by Ojibway and fur traders. Now it is primarily the destination of experienced canoeists seeking solitude and rare glimpses of wildlife by cascading waterfalls, glassy lakes and endless forests. The park is accessible at four points by canoe and two by car (Dawson Trail Campground and Lac la Croix Ranger Station).
After consulting with North Country Canoe Outfitters (Exceptional Outfitter with close to 30-yrs of service) Park Permits and Remote Border Crossing Permits were secured. A map customized for our needs was estabished with a fine blend of canoeing and fishing opportunities in the wilderness area of Quetico Provinical Park. All transportation arrangements were neatly arranged and organized by this fine outfitter. Ultimately we were picked up via float plane on the US side and taken to CANADIAN CUSTOMS, SAND POINT LAKE, ONTARIO and from there to Lac La Croix ranger station to pay for our Quetico permit and camping fees. After that we took a tow boat with a 250hp Evinrude which delivered us to the "front door and threshold of the Candadian Wilderness.
Entering at Lake McAree, we canoed our way North to Minn Lake then up the Darky River on to Darky Lake. From Darky Lake we canoed to Argo lake and then further south west down to Agnes Lake. Taking the Moose River, we were able to move further south into the boundary waters on the MN side and then to our final portage to be picked up by the outfitter. This 6-day trip was a beautiful and majestic experience that I and my three boys will not forget. Along with the scenic beauty in this wilderness we witnessed a variety of plant life, wildlife, water features (falls and rivers) and also experienced the wonderful fishing that this territory offers with Pike, Small Mouth, and Large Mouth Bass.
More to come on this incredible expericence as I hope to relay more on the gear we used from tents, to hardware, water filters etc....
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