Hi From NJ

[brianatca]

Hello,

I am new to this forum. I have only gone canoeing 4 times in my life so I am a total newbie. I am looking to purchase a canoe that can hold 3 guys for fishing. I went to Bass Pro and they have the Old Town Saranc 160 ($749) and the Ascend C156 ($569). The only difference that I can see as a newbie is that the Acend is 6 inches shorter but it has the spot for the trolling motor.

Can someone tell me why the Old Town would be about $200 more? Is it safer and more stable?

Thanks,
Brian

 

[Rippy]

I can't speak to your question but welcome Brian. Dave

 

[red langford]

Look for something wider and flatter than most canoes. Also 16 feet seems a tad short to load up 3 people for fishing, I think an 18 or 20 footer would be much more comfortable.

Welcome aboard.

 

[madmike]

I agree with 18-20', and you are gonna have a hard time finding one, especially in your price range. Most canoes shorter than that that come with 3 seats are very poor designs, and never OK for 3 normal sized adults at one time. Get rid of one friend, and buy a used canoe made from royalex. Possibly a Mad River Explorer (not with the "TT" designation.)

 

[Robin]

Here's a really good canoe, maybe 60lbs, very good fisherman friendly, and when your friend doesn't come along, you can at least lift it on your car by yourself.http://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/boa/5068181101.html
(let them keep the 3rd seat)

3 guys fishing in a 16' canoe is alot of weight and movement, make sure your tackle box floats. Like Mike said, used Royalex is the best way to go, you won't regret it.

 

[yellowcanoe]

If you are on a budget never look in a box store. Always look for used boats.. Many times they are better designs that won't self destruct in a short time. The Camper is such a boat.