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There is no substitute for genuine Velcro-brand loop with 3M acrylic adhesive. It adheres well to composite and plastic canoes and kayaks, is very water and heat resistant, and won't "wrinkle" the way nylon/polyamide loop Velcro with rubber-based adhesive does. The technical stuff: Velcro Part Number: 155237  Width: 1-inch (25.4mm) Adhesive: 3M Acrylic Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (0172) Color: Black Loop and Tape Material: 100% Polyester This product listing is PER FOOT of Velcro. The Velcro will be shipped as a single strip and can be cut with a pair of stout scissors.  Note: If you would like pre-cut Velcro strips for your Paddle Pocket, they're available here. If you would like pre-cut Velcro strips for your Gunwale Bag, they're available here as just strips or here as a full install kit with the strips and SNAD snap studs. 

Adhesive YKK SNAD Snap studs allow you to use snap-attachment accessories without drilling into your boat to rivet a standard snap stud. They attach with 3M VHB adhesive tape that’s already applied to the back of the SNAD snap.  These SNAD snaps are 25mm in diameter and rigid black plastic. They’re best for smooth surfaces with minimal curvature. If you can place a quarter on the boat in the location you want to apply the SNAD and the quarter lays flat on the surface, the 25mm rigid SNADs should work well. 

Adhesive YKK SNAD Snap studs allow you to use snap-attachment accessories without drilling into your boat to rivet a standard snap stud. They attach with 3M VHB adhesive tape that’s already applied to the back of the SNAD snap.  These SNAD snaps are 25mm in diameter and have a stainless stud attached to a flexible, clear base. They’re best for contoured or moderately curved surfaces and surfaces with mild texture (like the inside of a composite canoe or kayak).  Note: The base appears red in the photographs because the backing on the 3M VHB tape is red plastic film which is removed during installation. 

Accidents happen; be prepared with this light weight, basic patch kit.  Small holes and cracks are quickly and easily prepped and sealed with the included utility cloth, alcohol wipes, and 4”x4” hydro tape patches, all vacuum sealed into a flat, waterproof kit. To use, simply dry the repair area with the cloth, clean it with the alcohol wipe, peel the backing from the patch and apply it to the repair, and then rub the patch firmly onto the hull.  The hydro tape adheres to wet surfaces and has a 1.5mm thick layer of adhesive to seal and conform to the damaged surface.  The RedLeaf Crew usually has one patch kit in a PFD pocket and another taped under the canoe seat or kayak deck.  Note: The tape may be clear or black, depending on what our supplier has in stock. Both colors perform equally well. 

The Canoe Coat is the best outdoor storage protection you can get for your canoe. Made from durable, UV- and water-resistant Sunbrella fabric, the best marine-grade fabric available, the Canoe Coat is custom sewn to cover your canoe’s hull and secures with quick-release buckles and straps. Installation and removal are quick and easy, taking about 60 seconds for one person.Sunbrella fabric carries a 10-year warranty against fading and UV damage and is the leading fabric in the marine industry. It blocks 100% of UV light, is very water resistant, and is breathable to allow moisture and heat to escape. It’s the best outdoor storage protection you can get for your canoe and is the same fabric we use for our Ultimate Covers for kayaks, surf skis, and outrigger canoes. If you store your boat outdoors, especially if it has wood gunwales or is a beloved wood and canvas boat, or you want the best protection and long-term value in a canoe storage cover, the Canoe Coat is what we recommend.Note that the Canoe Coat is NOT a travel cover. If you would like a canoe cover that’s safe for transport up to highway speeds, please see our Original Bag Lady Canoe Covers. Should I get the optional padding? A padded Canoe Coat offers an extra level of protection against bumps and scrapes when your canoe is on the storage rack, especially if your canoe is stored in a club or other public location with other boats. Note that the padding can collect dirt, grit, and moisture, so it does require some extra care. We don’t recommend the padding if your boat is stored outdoors for the winter in a place with prolonged temperatures below freezing and you use your boat during the colder seasons - the padding can freeze to the boat hull and tear if you try to remove it when it's still frozen. My canoe isn't listed in the Manufacturer or Model drop down. What do I do? Don't worry! We make all of our patterns from measurements and don't need your boat in the shop to make a perfect cover. Just contact us by email at hello@redleafdesigns.com or by phone at +1 (906) 451-4539 and we can send you a measurement packet that walks you through the measurements we need, step-by-step. Can I get a Canoe Coat for my kayak, surf ski, or outrigger canoe? We don’t offer Canoe Coats for kayaks, surf skis, or outrigger canoes, but do make the Ultimate Cover for those boats. The Ultimate Cover is a durable long-term outdoor storage and transportation cover made from the same custom-fit, marine-grade Sunbrella fabric and featuring full coverage and a full-length marine #10 zipper. The Ultimate Cover is the highest level of storage and transport protection you can get for your kayak, surf ski, or outrigger canoe.

Spend more time in your canoe while enjoying the luxury of a plush and comfortable seat pad. Two sizes to fit almost any caned or woven canoe seat. Ideal for: Covering more miles Staying comfortable in the boat during long days Epic adventures

We are firm believers in securing our gear so that we always know where it is, it stays with the boat after a capsize, and portages and unloading become smooth routines.  The RedLeaf Designs Cargo Ladder helps achieve those goals by securing portage packs, bear barrels, and other cargo in solo and tandem canoes. They are fantastically adjustable for loads of different sizes and profiles and are easily configured to fit your boat and preferences.  They pair perfectly with our 27-inch Daisy Chains, but can also clip to other secure points in a canoe. 

Low-profile Daisy Chains are a great way to secure or tether gear in your canoe, offering increased stability and preventing items from shifting in rough water or during a capsize. We often combine them with our Cargo Ladders to hold down portage packs and barrels, but they're also fantastic for floatation air bags, smaller gear dry bags, coolers, and anything else that you need to secure.  The webbing loops are soft and collapsible, preventing damage to gear and feet, but also strong enough to withstand the most demanding expeditions and adventures.  They're easily installed with vinyl-compatible adhesives (we recommend HH-66 vinyl adhesive for composite, T-formex, and Royalex canoes) and don't require drilling or hardware. 

A replacement drawcord assembly for the Original Bag Lady Canoe Cover. The assembly includes 1/8" braided polyester cord and one cord lock. The draw cord can be cut to length after assembly.  Canoes under 16 feet in length receive 30 feet of cord and canoes 16 to 18-1/2 feet long receive 36 feet of cord. If your canoe is longer than 18-1/2 feet, please contact us to ensure that you receive the right length of cord. 

Replacement HDPE battens for Expedition Spray Decks cockpit tunnels. The battens are made from 1/8" thick HDPE plastic and are 1" wide.    Sold as a set of 2.

Our Solo Expedition Canoe Spray Decks are made to protect you, your canoe, and your gear from sun, waves, and wind on even the most extended expedition. Each spray deck is made to order, ensuring a perfect, custom fit and offering all the options and features you need. If you're looking for a tandem canoe spray deck, see our Expedition Spray Decks for tandem canoes. If you don't see your solo canoe make and model listed in the ordering options, don't worry! Just contact us at hello@redleafdesigns.com so that we can send you a measurement packet. Once we have your boat's measurements, we'll add it to the list. PLEASE NOTE that SNAD adhesive snaps are currently not available due to variations in quality and performance. We're working with YKK to resolve this issue and hope to make SNAD adhesive installations available again soon.

Our Tandem Expedition Canoe Spray Decks are made to protect you, your canoe, and your gear from sun, waves, and wind on even the most extended expedition. Each spray deck is made to order, ensuring a perfect, custom fit and offering all the options and features you need. If you're looking for a spray deck for a solo canoe, see our Expedition Spray Decks for solo canoes. If you don't see your tandem canoe make and model listed in the ordering options, don't worry! Just contact us at hello@redleafdesigns.com so that we can send you a measurement packet. Once we have your boat's measurements, we'll add it to the list.  PLEASE NOTE that SNAD adhesive snaps are currently not available due to variations in quality and performance. We're working with YKK to resolve this issue and hope to make SNAD adhesive installations available again soon.

Chapstick. Your phone. A camera. Sunblock. Bug spray. Snacks. A hat and gloves. Fishing tackle. Wrappers and trash. Your headlamp.What do all of those things have in common?  You want to access them from your canoe seat without having to dig through a portage pack that is, no doubt, just out of reach. They're also the things that roll around in the bottom of the boat, getting wet and making portages look like you're cleaning up after a yard sale.  The Gunwale Bag, lovingly known around the shop as a JGB (Jeremy's Gunwale Bag), solves those problems. It easily attaches just below the gunwale with two strips of adhesive loop Velcro and adhesive YKK SNAD snaps. They come in two sizes, small and large. The small is about a liter in volume and is perfect for low-profile storage in racing canoes, pack canoes, and the tight bow of fast tandems. The large gunwale bag holds about 4 liters of stuff, easily swallowing a rain jacket, a water bottle, and a huge assortment of at-hand gear, plus has compression straps and attachment loops to tether gear that you don't want to lose.  Both sizes will keep gear secure during portages, so you can grab your pack, put your canoe on your shoulders, and go, without having to do a bunch of housekeeping, first.  We think the JGBs are pretty rad and hope you do, too. If you would like to use the gunwale bag in multiple canoes, additional mounting kits are available here: Gunwale Bag Mounting Kit

A set of 14" long, 1" wide, adhesive loop velcro strips for Gunwale Bags. These can replace a worn out set or be used to outfit additional canoes so that a single Gunwale Bag can be used in multiple boats. If you also need the adhesive SNAD snap studs, a full Gunwale Installation kit with the SNADs and Velcro strips can be found here.