Recent content by Giffman

Pulled the trigger on the P14 in Expedition Lite Kevlar, carbon/kevlar trim, epoxy resin upgrade and skid plates. Amber hull. Approx 31#. Will hopefully see it by the end of January. 🤞

Thanks all. I appreciate the help.

Stillwater didn’t paddle too bad, but at this point I don’t know what I don’t know. I could easily stand up and fish out of it. I stood up several times and moved around some. No problems at all. What was eye opening was how hard it is to load this by myself on the roof rack. Although a bit...

Good info. I hope to get the Stillwater in the lake this weekend to try it out. Only had it in the pool for a few minutes to play around on it. Couldn’t really tell much other than paddling solo from the stern seat its waaaay outta trim. Didn’t even realize at the time paddling from the bow...

I definitely understand the 90% rule, was thinking that if I get the right tandem, I can just paddle from the bow side when it’s just me and not give up much. That said, I’m warming to the idea of going with a solo and using the Stillwater if/when I need a tandem. The more I read, the Heron is...

The thought crossed my mind but the idea of starting another boat build makes me want to vomit. lol. 4+ yrs of dirty work and I’m officially burned out. Bucket list item achieved and glad I did it. I’ve sold the boats and the proceeds will pay for a Mac daddy canoe of my choice.

Hello! Been lurking for a while and decided to join. New to canoeing but not to boats. 25+ years in jon boats, poling skiffs, a bay boat and I recently built two small composite skiffs. Also recently purchased an Old Town Stillwater to learn on before I drop big money on a nice canoe. (Not...