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Great information. I’m in that mess around and get used to it phase for sure. I envision kneeling mostly for when I want to cross some open water, cover some distance or if the wind picks up. Kneel, break out the kayak paddle and power thru. Maybe fish some of the wider rivers out west once...

Fear of drowning? Yea, it’s a big issue. Lol. Kidding aside (kinda), I’m sure as I get used to it I’ll get a better feel as to just how hard / easy this maneuver would be. I’d rather ask now than find myself in a life or death “oh sh@@“ moment. Not a big deal in that there’s no rush to...

Purchased a cover from these folks and was very happy with the whole process. The cover is perfect and Jeremy was as nice as could be on the phone. They even included a nice handwritten thank you card. Classy. I would not hesitate for a moment to buy from them again. Highly recommend.

Hmmm. Possible mod in my future. For now I think I’ll stay away from kneeling. Plenty of other things to master. May very well double back at some point and try the foam mod to keep things light (and cheap) ….but that carbon fiber seat set up is nice. Thanks all for sharing!

14’ Swift Prospector

Nice! How do they fasten to the hull?

Can you guys post a picture of your pedestal seats? I also like the idea of a quick release seat.

Still playing around, trying to figuring things out and getting comfortable. Loading / unloading for transport, kneel vs sit, single blade paddle vs double blade paddle,etc etc. It dawned on me that when kneeling, bailing out when the canoe rolls over could be a scary situation. While it’s...

Finally got the Prospector on the lake yesterday. Absolutely love it. The whole ordering / delivery process with Swift was as advertised. Thanks for your help!

Thank you!

While I await delivery of my P14, I’m looking at kayak paddle sizing charts and wondering if I should use gunwale, water level or max width of the canoe when figuring out what size. P14 G - 28”, WL - 28” and Max width is 32” ? Thx

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...