Mike Yee Outfitting 23 Norton Drive Uxbridge, Ontario L9P1R4 Canada Phone: (905) 649-1999 Fax: (905) 649-1894 E-mail: [email protected]

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Mike Yee

Outfitting

Innovative Outfitting for the Serious Whitewater Paddler.

Thank you! Thank you for your interest in Mike Yee Outfitting! Our goal is to provide you, the serious whitewater canoeist, with the most innovative outfitting available today. Mike Yee has spent years developing and refining his products. Paddler feedback and countless hours of on-water testing have resulted in what we, and hundreds of satisified paddlers, consider to be the finest outfitting on the market. We use only the highest quality, most durable materials. All of our anchor products are constructed of marine-grade 30 oz. vinyl. Webbing attachments all receive a minimum of eight-stitch runs (using automotive-grade, rot-resistant nylon thread) on primary stress points, and four stitch runs on the secondary points. Oversized anchor bases provide a larger gluing surface area, reducing the chance of adhesion failure. We pay meticulous attention to every detail in the manufacturing of our products. All Mike Yee Outfitting products (unless improperly used or installed) are guaranteed to be free of material and manufacturing defects for a period of one year from the original date of purchase.

Double-Strap System & Full Position Kits

Mike Yee is a pioneer of the Three-Point, Double-Strap System, created by combining a Crotch Anchor (Point 1), Knee Strap (Point 2), Thigh Strap and Ankle Anchor (Point 3). Mike’s innovative bungee system suspends the thigh straps from the hull of the boat just below the gunnels and the knee straps from the bag cage.This keeps the straps in a hooped position,ready for a quick entry.By connecting the Thigh and Knee Straps, only a single pull is required to tighten the entire system, making it the fastest, most secure, and safest outfitting system on the market today. When properly installed, escape is fast and easy. You have the ultimate in boat control when you combine the Three-Point, Double-Strap System with a Mike Yee Pedestal and Knee Cups. This full position system provides maximum contact between you, the outfitting, and the hull of your boat. The transfer of energy from your body to the paddle and boat will be more efficient and fluid. All of these elements combined will enhance your skills, control, safety—and enjoyment!

Double Strap System (Solo Whitewater)

Photo: Rick Matthews

Mike Yee

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Mike Yee is a 12-time Ontario, Canada Whitewater Open Boat Slalom Champion and 7-time winner in the US Open Canoe Nationals. He is a Whitewater Canoe Instructor Trainer, a member of Dagger’s Team D, and Team Stohlquist. Mike’s paddling exploits have taken him across both North and South America, tackling most of the difficult runs attempted by open canoes, both solo and tandem.

DSDNA 01 CAS 01 TSOC 01 KS 01 KCD 01 AA 01 DSSNA 01

Double Knee Cups Crotch Anchor Padded, Contoured Thigh Straps Knee Straps Double Knee Cups Ankle Anchors Single Knee Cups

(Includes all of the above components, but with single knee cups.)

KCS 01

Single Knee Cups

Full Position Kit Solo Includes: PED xx Pedestal (specify height) DS1 xx Double Strap System (your choice, above) KCB xx Bag Cage Kit (your choice, p. 4) Tandem whitewater: order two full positions and a bag cage kit. Triple whitewater: order three full positions and a bag cage kit.

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Tandem Whitewater & Tripping

Bag Cage Kits

KBC 01

KBC 02

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Standard Bage Cage Kit BR 01 Standard Bag Rings (6) 3mm Cord (20m) 1" Webbing (5m) 1" Sliders (6) Cord Loops (4) SS Screws (4) Releasable Bage Cage Kit BR 01 Standard Bag Rings (4) BRR 01 Releasable Bag Rings (2) 3mm Cord (20m) 1" Webbing (5m) 1" Sliders (6) Cord Loops (4) SS Screws (4)

This kit includes all of the components for installation of a single strap system, in seat or kneeling thwart-equipped tandem tripping canoes. Detailed, illustrated instructions are included. Tandem Whitewater and Tripping Kit KTT 01 Complete Tandem Kit SAL 01 Side Anchor, Left (2) SAR 01 Side Anchor, Right (2) CADL 01 Stern Anchor (Double Crotch, Large) CADS 01 Bow Anchor (Double Crotch, Small) TSOC 01 Padded, Contoured Thigh Straps (2) KCD 01 Double Knee Cups KCS 01 Single Knee Cups KCB 02 Bag Cage Kit, Releasable

Photo: Rick Matthews

Air bags are a necessary component of any whitewater outfitting system. They serve two purposes—water displacement and floatation. In combination, they provide a greater degree of safety by keeping the boat floating higher in the water when swamped, giving you more control to avoid pinning and wraps. Mike Yee developed the Bag Cage System, an innovative solution for anchoring floatation. The Bag Cage allows air bags to conform to the shape of the hull and shift as necessary. The bags are not directly connected to either the hull or cage, eliminating stress points that can burst air bags open when pressure builds. The cage completely encloses the bags, spreading the stress load evenly and preventing the bags from escaping. This will extend the life of your air bags and also make it easy to remove them for travel. (Note: We recommend removing your air bags while traveling to reduce potential damage caused by wind flap and bag abrasion in transport.) Order a single Bag Kit for solo canoes or tandems with center floatation. Detailed, illustrated instructions are included.

Mike and Sal Yee surfing it up on the Gull River in Ontario. The Yee’s are paddling a Dagger Caption complete with dual pedestal outfitting.

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C1 Kits

The C1 Kits are the only kits of their kind—an innovative concept that was developed by Mike Yee after listening to the concerns of C1 paddlers. Factory outfitting, notorious for its loose fit in plastic boats, can leave much to be desired. Mike reengineered his proven Three-Point, DoubleStrap System to retrofit C1s equipped with plastic pedestal bases. KC1 01

C1 Upgrade Kit TSOC 01 Padded, Contoured Thigh Straps KCD 01 Double Knee Cups CKS 01 Knee Straps CAB 01 Ankle Blocks

The K1 to C1 Conversion Kit provides all of the components to convert plastic kayaks to C1s. KCC 01 K1 to C1 Conversion Kit TSOC 01 Padded, Contoured Thigh Straps KCD 01 Double Knee Cups CKS 01 Knee Straps CAB 01 Ankle Blocks CON 01 Dagger™ pedestal base with foam seat The Rotomolded Canoe Retro Fit brings all of the same advantages to this latest generation of canoes. RCR 01 Rotomolded Canoe Retro Fit TSOC 01 Padded, Contoured Thigh Straps KCD 01 Double Knee Cups CKS 01 Knee Straps YFP 01 Yakima Foot Pegs (Please call if you have questions on a particular boat and pedestal combination.) Important: While this system will keep you very secure in your C1, it significantly increases the difficulty of escape. We do not recommend the C1 Kits for novice paddlers. Intermediate through Expert Level CBoaters will appreciate the dramatic improvement in boat control and the secure fit for those encounters with turbulent holes and big drops. A bombproof river roll is crucial for users of this kit.

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The Pedestal

A properly designed and fitted pedestal is essential for any serious boater—solo or tandem—who paddles Class III whitewater and beyond. Mike Yee’s shorter and wider pedestal outperforms the longer, thwart-mounted narrow saddles found in many boats. The difference? Longer, narrower saddles are usually bordered on the front and back by float bags, creating a water dam in the boat. The Mike Yee Pedestal allows water to travel freely in the boat, making it much more stable on the river and much easier to roll. The Pedestal is made of closed mini-cell foam, is 8" wide for maximum comfort and stability, and available in four heights from 8" to 11". It has a separate foot brace mounting block at the rear of the pedestal that allows water to flow freely and a raised lip on the front edge that prevents the boat from slipping off your shoulder when portaging.Yakima Foot Braces are recessed and securely mounted on plastic dowels. Item PED 08 PED 09 PED 10 PED 11 Height 8" 9" 10" 11"

Knee Cups

Single

Double

Knee Cups provide maximum boat control (by preventing sliding and leg movement) and comfort. Our knee cups are made from Microcell 1200, a soft, comfortable foam that can be shaped as needed. Single Knee Cup—Designed for narrow solo boats and bow tandem positions. They feature a high, thick ridge on the inside of the knee only. Base dimensions: 8"(W) x 9"(L) Item: KCS 01 Double Knee Cup—The Double Knee Cup features high, thick ridges on both sides of the knee with a 5" inside width, creating a snug fit. They are ideal for solo boats, tandems, C1s, or C2s. Base dimensions: 8" (W) x 11" (L) Item: KCD 01

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Thigh Straps Padded, Contoured Thigh Straps Thigh straps perform two crucial functions in whitewater paddling—they keep you secure in the boat and they’re essential for maximum boat control. These deluxe thigh straps are contoured, providing more surface contact for increased control, and padded for greater comfort. The 3" wide straps are made with EVA foam inserts that won’t rot, mildew, or absorb water. The exterior is soft, rugged Cordura nylon. The thigh straps feature a 1" Type V (Coast Guard-approved), quick-release, heavy-duty Fastex buckle and an extra long tail for adapting to the ThreePoint, Double-Strap System. The Bungee System suspends the thigh straps from just below the gunnels, keeping the straps hooped and ready to slide into. Weight: 170g (6 oz) Item: TSOC 01 (1 pair)

Side & Ankle Anchors Side Anchor The Side Anchor is designed to anchor 2" thigh straps or 1" Contoured Thigh Straps to sides of tripping boats equipped with seats or thwarts. By not attaching straps directly to the seats or thwarts, the possibility of them being torn loose by the stress of an impact is eliminated. Weight: 44g (1.57 oz) Item: SAL 01 (left) SAR 01 (right)

Ankle Anchor with 1" Strap Designed to anchor 1" Thigh Strap Systems with Fastex Buckles. The Ankle Anchor has 24" of 1" webbing sewn in to reduce hardware and weight. Weight: 5g (2.3 oz) Item: AA 01(1 pair)

Adjustable Ankle Anchor (4-Position)

Knee Straps Knee Straps provide maximum boat control by anchoring your knees to the hull. Flexible plastic inserts are used to retain the strap’s shape, preventing it from rolling or bunching up. A reverse stitch at the heavy duty metal slider prevents leg chaffing. Knee Straps can be used with the Padded Contoured Thigh Strap (above) or 1" webbing as part of the Three-Point, Double-Strap System. The Bungee System connects the Knee Strap to the Bag Cage, keeping the straps in a hooped position, ready to slide into. Weight: 78g (2.8 oz) Item: KS 01 Knee Straps (1 pair)

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Designed to anchor thigh straps to sides of boats allowing for variable paddler heights and sizes. Ideal for instructors or schools that have multiple users per boat; is suitable for all levels of paddlers from novice to expert. The anchor point has 9" of travel, a heavy duty metal slider, and includes a 30" strap, double-tacked at the end to retain the buckle. Weight: 97g (3.4 oz) Item: AA 09 (1 pair)

Installation Note: Adhesives are not included with any of the kits or individual products. Recommendations for specific glues and cleaning solvents are outlined in the installation instructions that are included with all products. When in doubt, please contact your boat manufacturer.

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Crotch Anchors

Bag & Equipment Rings

Crotch Anchor

Standard Bag Ring

Designed for use with pedestals and saddles, the Crotch Anchor, in conjunction with the Knee Straps and Contoured Thigh Straps, creates the Three-Point, Double-Strap System. Rounded, nickel-plated sliders are used for a smooth pull when tightening straps. The Crotch Anchor can also be used with 1" webbing straps. Weight: 81g (2.9 oz) Item: CAS 01

Bag Rings are designed to anchor the ends of the Bag Cage to the hull, or can be used as a tie-down for lightweight items such as water bottles or small dry boxes. Features a large 1" web loop for biners or rope. Weight: 15g (.5 oz) Item: BR 01

Convertible Crotch Anchor Also designed to be used with pedestals and saddles, this dual purpose Crotch Anchor, in conjunction with the Knee Straps and Contoured Thigh Straps, creates the Three-Point, Double-Strap System. It can be converted to a Single Strap System by releasing the knee straps and attaching the thigh straps directly to the Crotch Anchor’s heavy-duty metal sliders. It can also be used with 1" webbing straps. Weight: 81g (2.9 oz) Item: CAC 01

Double Crotch Anchor - Small The Small Double Crotch Anchor is designed for narrow and confined spaces, such as the bow position in tandem boats. It can be used with either 1" or 2" thigh straps. Weight: 45g (1.6 oz) Item: CADS 01

Double Crotch Anchor - Large The Large Double Crotch Anchor is ideal for the stern position in a tandem boat, solo position in a tandem with seats, or in tripping boats equipped with kneeling thwarts. It can be used with 1" or 2" thigh straps. Attachment points are angled to provide closer strap placement on the thighs. Weight: 81g (2.9 oz) Item: CADL 01

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Releasable Bag Ring The Releasable Bag Ring is used in the center position of the bag cage, allowing you to open the cage to store packs, equipment, or remove the air bag for travel. It has a swivel clip and a large loop for biners or rope. Weight: 18g (.7 oz) Item: BRR 01

Equipment Ring Use as a tiedown point for heavier gear such as packs or dry bags. The Equipment Ring features a large loop for biners and rope. Has a 1" web with heavy duty double box stitching. Weight: 15g (.5 oz) Item: ER 01

Warning: Whitewater paddling is an inherently dangerous activity. The user of Mike Yee Outfitting products is personally responsible for obtaining proper safety instruction in canoeing before using these products. The user further assumes all responsibility and liability for any injuries and damages that result from the use of these products. Mike Yee strongly recommends that all paddlers first seek training from certified instructors or reputable

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