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History of canoeing

Kirton historical articles

A brief history of canoe manufacturing methods, Struer and more interesting articles for the canoe geeks out there.

Struer History

Our history is intertwined with that of wood kayak manufacturer Struer. Here's a little about them.

Struer Kayaks being raced in 1960

Manufacturing methods

A brief history of canoe manufacturing methods, from wood to carbon.

Kirton's first factory - original owners Bill and Tony Snell

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School's Championships 2019
School's Championships 2019
School's Championships 2017 Gallery
School's Championships 2017 Gallery

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Rudder wheel K1/K2
Rudder wheel K1/K2
Hatch, KS 20cm
Hatch, KS 20cm
K2 u/s rudder long
K2 u/s rudder long
Heel plate, kit
Heel plate, kit
Carbon Pull bar
Carbon Pull bar
Seat toggle
Seat toggle
V-Bar kit
V-Bar kit
General sales £1
General sales £1
Basic hatch
Basic hatch
Fullsize footplate
Fullsize footplate
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Boat stands
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Aluminium pop rivets

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