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Rigging your
Tiger Canoe
1) Install
front iako into hull and than
into ama.
2) Install
rear iako into hull and than
into ama. be sure not to over
tighten thumb screws.
note: you may
be required to twist the rear iako forward while sliding into
the rear ama fixture.
General Care
Rinse your
boat and iako off after each
use. Always remove your seat
when not in use and especially
when transporting. Vent plug on
ama and canoe must be removed
when not in use, especially on a
hot beach. Periodically check
the vent plug straw for
obstructions (insects love to
build nests in there).
Cable
Maintenance
It is
important to rinse the cable
mounting areas with fresh water
after every use. Periodic
application of of WD40 or
similar solvent into the cable
housing will help dissolve salt
build up and lube cables.
1) With the bow position lower
than the stern, apply WD40 into
the cable chase with the thin
nozzle. Apply for about 10
seconds into each chase.
2) Repeat same procedure into
the front pedals with the stern
positioned lower than bow.
Always inspect your cables for
wear and fraying. A broken cable
in adverse weather conditions
can be a harrowing experience.
Have your cable replaced every
few years to ensure safety.
Tiger Canoe can provide cable
kits for most canoe makes.
Transport
The most
import thing to consider in
canoe transport are the position
of the canoe anchor points. The
further apart the anchoring
points the better. This
decreases the unsecured windage
area fore and aft of the
mounting points. This is
particularly important when
hauling your canoe in heavy
cross winds.
Most vehicles
don’t allow for wide cradle
placement so do your best. Our
canoes are built heavier in the
area between the iakos, so
secure your canoe in that area.
I recommend hauling the
canoes up side down, as most
hulls are white and deflect
sunlight the best. Canoe decks
with dark colors retain an
incredible amount of heat, and
hauling them exposed on sunny
days can often leave strap marks
on them.
Remember to always remove your
seat!
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