Recent content by NoelCanoeDad

Yes, my 5 daughters all paddle Curtis Ladybugs or Bell Flashfires now but they all started in Mohawk pack canoes. 10’6” nice little starter solo canoes. I have bought 4 of them over the years from $60-$300. That’s the canoe I would look for as a starter then move up in length and quality if...

Gelcoat repair was due to a factory defect, so it was not damaged in any way shape or form. It was done by Paul Meyer at Colden Canoe in the manufacturing process. Thanks

I’m interested in the summersong. What Layup? Thanks

I would love to paddle the Shearwater.

Hello, I’m interested. I sent you a PM. Thanks Dustin

I agree with every thing you pointed out. I did not mean it was a direct cross to the Ladybug just that it should preform similar. It’s funny you say that it looks like a whitewater canoe. When I got the mold I said the same thing about the mold looking to be a whitewater canoe before...

I have heard tell of the Pat Moore Andante. I have talked to people that have demoed it with Pat but have never been able to find one in the flesh. I was beginning to think that Pat made one demo and it no longer existed. Discussing the spec sheet and write up by Pat Moore with Dave Curtis we...

I did the Obabika Lake Loop in 2024. I don’t know anything about the loop you are referring to. All I can say is can I come if you decide to do this trip? Lol

This canoe was stunning I got the honor to deliver it to is new grateful owner. He is going to cherish it.

Wonderful write up, wonderful story & wonderful Family! It has been such fun getting to know you guys. I hope you can still make it to visit the WPASCR sometimes, that we can getting together ay Paul Smiths for freestyle/wooden canoe assembly and I hope my family can come up to the Adirondacks...

Hello, That’s cool. Yes. Thanks.

Hello, Here is an updated list of canoes for Sale at Noel Canoe in Western PA. My friend Dave Curtis has entrusted me to sell off his remaining inventory of Hemlock canoes. Noel Canoe does on water Demos every Thursday from 5:30 to 8 PM at Goddard State Park. I will have all Slipstream and...

I think no matter what poling is out of the question lol

I have friends that have done it in the 6-7 range without much trouble. It will be quick. At that level there isn’t much danger when out in the flow and not out of your canoe. The only issues will be launching and beaching. I would say anything over 7’ might get dicey. I will be camping at...