Just a thought, Ed.--since there is so much more available on the web, and shipping to Ireland is so expensive, why not buy some stuff on the internet and ship it to your daughter's address?

: Hi folks,

: I live in Ireland but will be visiting my daughter in Chicago soon ( NW
: University ). I have built a strip-built cedar Guillemot 17 which I use on
: the river Shannon and lakes.

: My question is... does anybody know of any suppliers of kayak equipment,
: clothing etc. near Evanston ?? I have great difficulty getting this sort
: of stuff here but hopefully can pick up some during my visit !!

: I wish you all well, and please accept my thanks in advance for any
: assistance you can provide.

: All the best

: Ed Walshe - Dublin