Hi all, new here!
I tried to search the topic before posting, but didn't quite find what I was looking for.
I have a Northwind Solo in IXP and I'm wanting to do some day trips/overnighters with class I/II(+). I know Northstar describes it as a 'lakes and rivers' option compared to the Phoenix 'rivers and lakes,' but I'm curious what experience others have had with it in those conditions.
Cliff Jacobson's review of the Phoenix suggests up to easy class III (with a spray cover) is possible for the boat with symmetrical rocker and and a higher volume bow. This makes me think maybe I'm being too optimistic.
Also, I have no desire to damage the boat, but what else is the IXP for if not for use like this? I wet entry/exit, am mindful of potential hazards, and generally baby it under all other conditions, so when using it like this it makes me wonder why I didn't just get a lighter layup.
All thoughts welcomed!
I tried to search the topic before posting, but didn't quite find what I was looking for.
I have a Northwind Solo in IXP and I'm wanting to do some day trips/overnighters with class I/II(+). I know Northstar describes it as a 'lakes and rivers' option compared to the Phoenix 'rivers and lakes,' but I'm curious what experience others have had with it in those conditions.
Cliff Jacobson's review of the Phoenix suggests up to easy class III (with a spray cover) is possible for the boat with symmetrical rocker and and a higher volume bow. This makes me think maybe I'm being too optimistic.
Also, I have no desire to damage the boat, but what else is the IXP for if not for use like this? I wet entry/exit, am mindful of potential hazards, and generally baby it under all other conditions, so when using it like this it makes me wonder why I didn't just get a lighter layup.
All thoughts welcomed!