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The Dubcast With DubsideSPECIAL GUEST BJÖRN THOMASSONIN THIS EPISODE: Dubside travels to Sweden to sit down with Björn Thomasson, the designer of the legendary Black Pearl kayak. Drawing inspiration from traditional East Greenland designs, Björn shares insights into the nuanced differences between East and West Greenland kayaks and the process of adapting centuries-old traditions for modern paddlers. Björn opens up about the challenges of bringing a high-end kayak like the Black Pearl to market, navigating the delicate balance of craftsmanship, niche demand, and the risks of overseas manufacturing in China. He also discusses his role in the Swedish rolling competition, model...2024-12-0745 minThe Dubcast With DubsideDUBCAST #11: Meet the Modern Greenland Style Kayak DesignersIN THIS EPISODE:A discussion of modern Greenland style kayak designs and designers and the most important band in Greenland.LINKS:Sea Kayaking UK (Nigel Dennis)Nigel Foster KayaksSavannah Canoe and KayakBjörn Thomasson DesignZegul Greenland T (Tahe Outdoors)Rebel Kayaks (Johan Wirsén)Water Field KayaksAtlantic MusicNanook: Seqinitta QinngorpaatitNanook: SivittorpormiHELP SUPPORT DUBSIDE THROUGH PATREON! Subscribe and get the RSS feed through BuzzsproutGreenland Rolling with Dubside (2006) Modern Greenland Kayaking (2008)2021-08-1440 min