Jason Bayens

Jason Bayens

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Scuba diving at the grotto

Scuba diving at the grotto

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  • @thealpineexperience
    @thealpineexperienceАй бұрын

    Extremely well done!! Great step by step instructions. Very clear and concise!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayensАй бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you found it helpful!

  • @SanteeVermont
    @SanteeVermont3 ай бұрын

    Did you use a kit from Mike Yee outfitting? Or did you mix and match?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens3 ай бұрын

    The majority of it is from Mike Yee.

  • @hunterthelord
    @hunterthelord3 ай бұрын

    FIRST BUY A WHITEWATER BOAT....

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens3 ай бұрын

    Haha that definitely helps

  • @karpinification
    @karpinification3 ай бұрын

    How many ml or oz are the bottles of epoxy that you used. I found 118ml bottle but would like to know if I would need more

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens3 ай бұрын

    You will need more if you are using it for skid plates. I believe I used about 300ml per skid plate.

  • @SanteeVermont
    @SanteeVermont4 ай бұрын

    Planning a trip for this summer and this video is very helpful! Id subscribe but its at 420 right now, heh.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens3 ай бұрын

    Past that number now lol

  • @SanteeVermont
    @SanteeVermont3 ай бұрын

    @@jasonbayens proudly #421! Thanks again for the helpful content

  • @j.t.c.9157
    @j.t.c.91574 ай бұрын

    I have the exact same boat and wanted to thank you for giving me the confidence to install my float bags..anyhow in case you didn't notice (forgive my lack of proper canoe terms) the black "decking" at each end of the boat has two screws that go through the wooden support..those screw ends are kind of sharp and could puncture a float bag.. I just screwed acorn nuts on the exposed end and problem solved.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens4 ай бұрын

    Glad it helped with outfitting your boat! That’s a good solution to that issue. Mine came with rubber caps on them but the acorn nuts might be a better solution. Happy paddling!

  • @larrymchenry454
    @larrymchenry4545 ай бұрын

    where can you buy these devices?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens5 ай бұрын

    Which devices? Most of the outfitting is from Mike yes outfitting.

  • @j.t.c.9157
    @j.t.c.91575 ай бұрын

    I just bought the same boat and have been researching float bag installs. Is there a reason you went with the clips instead of drilling the hull? It seems like holes are dirt simple, but the clips could pull out. Im a novice, so these are just questions.. thanks

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens4 ай бұрын

    Sorry for the late reply. I just find the clips give it a cleaner finish and I hate drilling holes through the side of my boat haha

  • @NewYorkCityZoo
    @NewYorkCityZoo6 ай бұрын

    They sell tape to put on your hat that catches dear flies. Works amazingly and you get to look em in the eyes before…

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens4 ай бұрын

    Haha might have to give that a try this season. Thanks for the tip!

  • @nickhindle7289
    @nickhindle72896 ай бұрын

    Hi Jason, what sized P clips did you use, I love this set up! 🇬🇧

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens6 ай бұрын

    I believe I used 3/8”. Could have gotten away with a bit smaller but wanted to make it easy to lace the cordage through. Glad you like it! It has performed excellent on all its trips.

  • @nickhindle7289
    @nickhindle72896 ай бұрын

    Thanks for reply mate

  • @benlachman7845
    @benlachman78458 ай бұрын

    What bag/equipment ring and cord are you using for your spare paddle and what line are you using for the grab handles? Thanks !

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens6 ай бұрын

    The anchor the spare paddle Is tied to is from mike yee outfitting and it’s just standard 540 paracord tying it in. The grab handles are a sterling rope prusik cord with a 3500lb minimum breaking strength.

  • @NotSoEpicAdventurer
    @NotSoEpicAdventurer8 ай бұрын

    Love it!! Thinking of this trip for spring. Did access #2 area last year - thanks for sharing your adventure 🍻

  • @TheNorthwestWind
    @TheNorthwestWind8 ай бұрын

    You guys are epic

  • @toddlong8672
    @toddlong86728 ай бұрын

    First, you trade it for a kayak

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens8 ай бұрын

    I own a few kayaks. I have no interest in trying to do a multi week wilderness whitewater trip in a kayak. A canoe is much better suited to it.

  • @toddlong8672
    @toddlong86728 ай бұрын

    @@jasonbayens try and easy rider TSL1 decked canoe, I take it on 2 week coastal trips every summer

  • @stevecaruso8199
    @stevecaruso81998 ай бұрын

    Everything I need to know in one video. Great content! Drilling holes in any boat makes me nervous but seems like the risk is minimal. What are your thought on lacing the entire boat?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens8 ай бұрын

    Thanks! I don’t see a need to lace the whole boat unless you need it to tie down a spray deck or something.

  • @ifonlysolutions4011
    @ifonlysolutions40119 ай бұрын

    What size were those p-clips? I’m thinking about using them to creating some “lashing” points for lightweight items near the seats. 3/8” rivets, was that the size of the hole on the p clips?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens8 ай бұрын

    I believe the hole on the clips is 1/4” and it was a 3/16” rivet. 👍

  • @mrh0wler353
    @mrh0wler35310 ай бұрын

    Very nice. Did you consider foam saddles? I outfitted two canoes, each solo foam saddle. Comfort and good performance, but perhaps I'm missing a good reason for sitting on wood and web.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens10 ай бұрын

    My playboat has a foam saddle but this boat is used for multi week long trips and 10-12hr days on the water. I often switch between kneeling and sitting throughout the day to stay comfortable.

  • @creeksntrails
    @creeksntrails10 ай бұрын

    where did you purchase your materials anchors and pads?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens10 ай бұрын

    Everything was from Mike Yee Outfitting.

  • @wingednomad8423
    @wingednomad842310 ай бұрын

    Oh man. Those anchors were a very expensive learning experience for me! Lol. I have plans to buy a NovaCraft Supernova next season, and i think i am going to have all of my outfitting professionally done.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens10 ай бұрын

    I’m sure you can manage to do it yourself! Don’t get NovaCraft to do the outfitting. Their factory outfitting is less than spectacular haha

  • @matviy7977
    @matviy797710 ай бұрын

    Awesome walkthrough!! Thanks! Plan on using this to outfit my future Esquif Prospectuer. How do you find the weight of the 15? Is it truly 60 pounds? I hear that the 16 is much more than the advertised 65 pounds.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens10 ай бұрын

    Thanks! Mine was 60lbs when i picked it up. I haven’t weighed it since I did the outfitting though to see how much weight I added.

  • @timothyslusser141
    @timothyslusser14111 ай бұрын

    Great video, I’m looking to find those P clips. Do you order them off line?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens11 ай бұрын

    Ya I can’t remember exactly where I got them from but it was online. Most electrical supply stores will have them as well. Some people use the plastic ones I just went with the coated stainless cause I figured they would never break.

  • @vanjajovanic4642
    @vanjajovanic4642 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you ! Cheers from Switzerland 🇨🇭

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    No problem! Hope you found it to be helpful.

  • @alanbierhoff6831
    @alanbierhoff6831 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Jason, I was just watching Tosh’s latest video and I noticed the frying pan you were using. It intrigued me because I’m a gearaholic. I watched closely to see what you were using and then I rewatched this video for any more details. The best I can figure is that it’s a 12(?) inch T-fal that you removed/modified the handle on? If you’re so inclined, would you give me specifics on the pan and details of the handle modifications you did to it please? Thanks. I really enjoy your videos 👍🏻

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    You nailed it. 12” aluminum T-fal with the handle removed so it fits nicely in my food barrel or the bottom of a pack/drybag. I just use a standard old pot lifter for moving it around.

  • @xxthepoppaxx
    @xxthepoppaxx Жыл бұрын

    You cover a lot of distance solo. We did access 3 to queer and it was a grind with 2 people. We had wind though. I don’t think I would tackle Ralph bice solo. Only because I can’t predict wind

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Ya I usually find I can cover 4-5km per hour in good weather. I’ve definitely been stuck fighting my way into the wind on larger lakes more than once and full on wind bound before.

  • @grahamgill8834
    @grahamgill8834 Жыл бұрын

    What map were you using?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    That’s the Backroads map books waterproof map. I like it more than the official Algonquin map but there are a few small discrepancies so worth referencing both.

  • @ddcycleman
    @ddcycleman Жыл бұрын

    How’s the esquif 15’ prospector on flat water? I have a 17’ composite tandem and am looking for a solo boat for my dog and myself ( obviously) . Torn between a lighter boat like a bobs special or the esquif for the durability and being able to do some rocky rivers.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    It’s not great empty in the wind (what boat is) but even with a light load it is fantastic! It’s actually become my favourite boat as I can use it for anything. From whitewater to lake trips.

  • @williamleopold507
    @williamleopold507 Жыл бұрын

    Looks like you both had lots of fun on the rapids .

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Sure did! Can’t wait to get out on another river like that again….

  • @Doofnut040tv
    @Doofnut040tv Жыл бұрын

    Some shots in this are like paintings, and the craic between you and tosh is great. Just wish the rivers in Ireland were even half as cool, and not just lined with fields

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    I was really surprised by the beauty on this river! Tosh and I always have a good time tripping together. Do you have any whitewater rivers in Ireland?

  • @Doofnut040tv
    @Doofnut040tv Жыл бұрын

    @@jasonbayens We do theres a few man made training sections on major rivers too, but access to the good whitewater rivers can be tricky here. We're great for lakes, though, particularly on the western half of the Island.

  • @canoebuddies1473
    @canoebuddies1473 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. I just got the same package from Mike Yees and will following this as I install it. Where did you get that floating rope for the front? I like that idea.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Nice! His kits are great. You can buy floating rope by the meter from MEC. 👍

  • @veronikakovacova15
    @veronikakovacova15 Жыл бұрын

    Nice!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @shanemactavish6820
    @shanemactavish6820 Жыл бұрын

    The best whitewater canoe set up video on KZread.I'm currently setting up a Mad River Caption for the spring. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful! Hopefully you get some good paddling in soon! That will be a fun boat 🛶

  • @Tents.and.Timber
    @Tents.and.Timber Жыл бұрын

    What a gorgeous place to dive, did you see any fish or anything?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Ya it sure is! Nice to avoid the summer crowds as well haha In the one cavern what looks like something stirred up is actually some sort of tiny fish or possibly something else. Hard to say but they were definitely alive and swimming.

  • @Tents.and.Timber
    @Tents.and.Timber Жыл бұрын

    @@jasonbayens neat

  • @kylew2405
    @kylew2405 Жыл бұрын

    Where is this?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    This is at the Grotto which is in Bruce Peninsula National Park in Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

  • @canoepoler
    @canoepoler Жыл бұрын

    Glad you didn't hit the tree!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Haha me too!

  • @Evan_Le5
    @Evan_Le5 Жыл бұрын

    Looks like a blast!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    It sure was! Worth the effort to drag your gear in haha

  • @jonj17
    @jonj17 Жыл бұрын

    Nicely done !

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @darrendavidsonoutdoors
    @darrendavidsonoutdoors Жыл бұрын

    Nice! Looked like a fun trip!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Yep it’s a great little river!

  • @johncress9813
    @johncress9813 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the trip

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @GreybeardAdventures
    @GreybeardAdventures Жыл бұрын

    Looks like a great trip!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Sure was. Always a good time when Tosh and I point our canoes down a river!

  • @Evan_Le5
    @Evan_Le5 Жыл бұрын

    Looks like a blast!

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Yep, The Beaver river is a good time when the water is high enough.

  • @NotSoEpicAdventurer
    @NotSoEpicAdventurer Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing - what an amazing trip. Conuting the days to first paddle trip!!!! Cheers

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. Won’t be long now till we are back out there 🏕️

  • @davidankenbrand6503
    @davidankenbrand6503 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this. I’m so glad to be able to watch. I miss the waters of the Pacific Northwest.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! More videos to come 👍

  • @andrefrancoeur1563
    @andrefrancoeur1563 Жыл бұрын

    Hello Jason, what date were you there?

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    We started the trip on Aug 22, 2022

  • @matthewharris3672
    @matthewharris3672 Жыл бұрын

    That Sweet + Spicy mustard though! 👍

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Oh ya, that’s the good stuff!

  • @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors
    @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed this 👌 👍🏻 I was hoping for your version of this trip

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! Trying to keep the videos coming haha

  • @kevinthewild
    @kevinthewild Жыл бұрын

    Awesome trip! Great runs and nice surfing at the end there 👍

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Always a good time surfing 🤙

  • @angusxena
    @angusxena Жыл бұрын

    The snow is flying today. Nothing better to start thinking of spring! Thanks.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Tripping season is almost here!

  • @denismcgee1691
    @denismcgee1691 Жыл бұрын

    Great trip and Video Jay! Nothing like ending the trip with a nice surf👍.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Denis! It’s a great river.

  • @toshselfpropelled
    @toshselfpropelled Жыл бұрын

    This was such a great river and great company. Looking forward to the next time we get out there.

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Oh ya almost time to get out there again!

  • @alanbierhoff6831
    @alanbierhoff6831 Жыл бұрын

    A “Jolly Emergency” doesn’t sound very dire 😆 You’ve got some pretty mad paddling skills 🛶 👍🏻

  • @jasonbayens
    @jasonbayens Жыл бұрын

    Well at the time it was devastating haha Thanks👊