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Thank you for your thoughts. I did call Swift and talk with Brandon, and he says that the epoxy resin system is definitely the stronger and more impact resistant laminate as well as slightly lighter. The basalt/innegra finish just substitutes basalt/innegra cloth for the outer polypropylene...

Yes, but these are the two available choices now. Otherwise, I'll spend more on transportation on a custom order than either upgrade costs. I'd rather have a stronger canoe at only the cost of a lb or so.

I am planning to purchase a Cirrus 14.6 and have a choice of two that are most accessible, one in the expedition Kevlar lite layup with Carbon/Kevlar trim that has an extra layer of Basalt Innegra on the outside (Basalt finish), or the other that is Expedition Kevlar Lite with the epoxy resin...

After getting my Dragonfly on the water this spring, I have realized it is now beyond my balance and flexibility capabilities going on 77 years old. It was bought new in 1988 by new, but was built in 1977 apparently shortly after Dave Curtis sold Curtis Canoes. The layup is expedition kevlar...

Here's another view of my paddling thwart. The front of the paddling thwart is located where the front of the original seat was. The portage yoke just slides into a slot.

I kneel exclusively - it’s soothing for my back to straighten and stretch it (damaged lower back), and gives me good reach. I’ve had a paddling thwart in the boat for decades. Anyway, I have such long feet that won’t go under a seat low enough to be stable because of stiffness and cramping...

Well, I missed a lot during today. This thread has been wonderful for me to hear all this experience and discussion. I've been following the forums for years and have learned a lot, but this thread has addressed my particular issues well. Over the years I have also been comforted by all the...

Glenn, the Dragonfly just rounds up into the wind strongly, and I struggle to even stay off at an angle. Maybe I am dealing with more wind than is common back east (east of Nebraska). I have been living in Wyoming, eastern Washington, Nevada, and now the mountains of Colorado. I’m fine until...

Glenn, I have found the discussion very useful in reviewing the choices I need to make and what canoes I should be considering. I think the RPATCH has actually addressed my thoughts best based on his experience with both the original Dragonfly and the Dragonfly 15. He has described the 15 the...

Well, not running Cll+ or bouncing off of rocks at speed. I have often gone to places where the shore is rocks and getting in and out is a little rough, especially with wind and waves. My experience with composites is mostly with my Dragonfly which has the original Curtis kevlar expedition...

Glenn, thanks for your advice. I am mostly stuck on the name because I have tried a varied selection of boats and stuck with the Dragonfly as the best balance for me that I've found. I hoped the Dragonfly 15 would have a similar balance, just more gentle with a slower leaning response. My...

Thanks for the comments everyone. It does sound like testing one would be a good reason for a trip. I don't need a 'big' canoe but have always wished my Dragonfly was 6 in longer and a bit less tipsy. It took me a while to get comfortable in it at first, and now I'm getting tipsy again. I...

Now that this boat has been out for a year, I was wondering if folks on this forum have any use experience with the new design. I have had an original Dragonfly since 1988 and never found a canoe I liked better. But I am getting old, going on 77, and would really like a bit more stability and...

Cleaning out gear. Essentially new, these have never been used. Always stored in a cool, dry place. Make offer.

Sorry this took so long.

Here is one photo. I will add more tomorrow. The yoke just slides in and is held in with the strap. The slot is located at the balance point.

Erica, a couple of months ago I posted several pictures of a very simple removable portage yoke I use on my Dragonfly on another thread about this subject. It doesn’t put the canoe way up. I can send pictures if you are interested.

Glen, I have had a Curtis Dragonfly since 1988 and would like to learn more about it's history. Can you connect me to Harold Deal so I might obtain a copy of the history?

Glenn, I've been reading this site for years, but just never had anything different to offer. However, I thought my removable yoke was simpler and easier than many. I hope the picture and explanation were clear enough. I could do better if desired. I don't see any reason this wouldn't work...