With proper care your canoe or kayak will give you years of paddling enjoyment. With knowledgable use, it offers almost limitless paddling possibilities, at home or wherever your travels take you. To begin your adventure check with your local dealer or paddling club for paddling opportunities in your area. Other paddlers are your best source for information regarding put- ins, take-outs, trips, etc. REGISTERING YOUR BOAT To register your new canoe or kayak in our warranty database, either comple

| 05 | 05 GENERAL SAFETY Paddling enables people of all ages and abilities to experience nature with unrivalled closeness and variety. Adventures range from brief outings to challenging treks, but even the simplest trip can quickly lead to danger if proper precautions are not taken. No matter what type of canoe or kayak you’re using, there are basics every boater should know. Always wear an appropriately rated and sized personal fl oatation device (PFD). Learn your craft: start slow and seek pro

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Washers- E1574 3/8” Wrench (2) Stamped washers-E3000 (2) 3/8”lock nuts-E1585 (1) Rudder Procedure 1. Place the rudder in the rudder hole located at the stern end of the kayak. Slip the attached split ring through the small hole in the end of the rudder’s pivot bolt. (Illustration #1) 2. Attach the stern ends of the cables to the outer holes on the rudder. Place a stamped washer on each 1” bolt and drop them down through the holes on the rudder. Place a large flat washer then the cable loop

• Check your equipment prior to each use for signs of wear or failure. • Never paddle alone. • Do not use alcohol or mind altering drugs prior to using this product. • Do not paddle in fl ood conditions. • Be aware of appropriate river water levels, tidal changes, dangerous currents and weather changes. • Scout unfamiliar waters; portage where appropriate. • Do not exceed your paddling ability; be honest with yourself. • Consult your physician prior to beginning your paddlesport training. • Foll

. Lift the paddle and perform the same move on the other side. To turn the kayak, use a wide sweep stroke on one side. The bow will swing away from the stroke. The Efficient Stroke: For greater efficiency use your torso and shoulders to paddle, not just your arms. Make sure to sit up straight to avoid straining your back. There are many paddling techniques you can use–check out books, videos, our websites or get kayak instruction to learn more. For more kayak paddling tech niques go to com or an

Slip the attached split ring through the small hole in the end of the rudder’s pivot bolt. (Illustration #1) 2. Attach the stern ends of the cables to the outer holes on the rudder. Place a stamped washer on each 1” bolt and drop them down through the holes on the rudder. Place a large flat washer then the cable loop then another large flat washer onto the bolt and secure with a locknut. (NOTE: Tighten the nut, being careful to leave enough room for the cable to move freely.)(Illustration #2)

But improper storage can quickly degrade hull Cockpit-side down on rack, inset using pads only On the side using Stackers, inset using J-style Right-side up using a Hullavator, inset using saddles shape, color and UV-protection. Storage is key! Above all else, store your kayak out of the sun. Waxes and protectants are simply not enough–they will eventually wash off the boat into our waterways. Signs of sun damage include fading, a loss of flexibility and cracking that cannot be repaired. Keep yo

Warranty on a replacement boat is void until Johnson Outdoors receives from the dealer the serial number cut outs from the defective boat. The warranty period for a repair, and the related product, shall be only the remaining portion of the original warranty period applicable to such product. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER. There is NO WARRANTY, and no portion of warranty expense will be reimbursed when: • Product has ever been used for commercial use (except for Necky Kayaks and Ocean Kayak