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I have had problems with loose threads from the fabric at the seam that goes around the spray skirt. The panels were also uneven. In the beginning I solved the problem by burning those threads with a lighter. I have now solved the problem by sewing a fabric strip around the end of my spray skirt. I'...

According to specifications the AE1012-R have a maxWt on 136kg (300Ibs). My weigh is 75kg (165Ibs) so I can theoretically load 65kg(135Ibs) extra. Currently, I just loaded it with about 15 kg (35Ibs). I used a waterproof bag that I mounted on the rear deck. How much do you recommend to be loaded on ...

Many years ago me and my brother mounted a gasoline-powered outboard motor on a canoe with successful results in the form of great speed. Anyone who has tried to mount a trolling motor on a kayak and survived long enough to recommend it to others? :lol: I have the tools and a trollingmotor at home w...

I am a happy owner of the Advanced frame AE1012-R kayak. I have paddled the kayak a lot of times in both calm and rough seas. But I would like to improve the performance a bit more if possible. How much improvement in speed and directional stability can I expect from a backbone? How much of the perf...