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Haha, so true! Add in terrible starting aero and it gets even closer. For example: 1994 Chevy G20: 14.8 slick, 14.3 with two tandems on top over a 700 mile test, varied conditions.

What condition? Motor included? Recently restored? Estimates for top condition, period-correct motor included, collector interest level: $1800-$2500 Average condition, no motor, no collector interest: same as most other old fiberglass canoes. $300-$600

Hekya!

Oh man.... 😁😁😁

@yknpdlr I assume the preferred method would be application via HVLP spray gun, like an automotive clearcoat over paint. You can get a quote from your local autobody shop. You can also DIY the project via harbor freight tooling or rattle cans. A C4 will take a LOT of cans. A Harbor Freight air...

@yknpdlr your experience with this hull and similar hulls is extremely helpful. Thank you for posting your knowledge. I am talking to Ben at Savage River about a possible "XX" volume option, which would build the bubble out another 3/4". Hopefully it won't flatten the bottom too much, but we...

@Superdave thank you for posting your experience! I might take you up on that offer later this summer, @ABT knows I'm willing to drive to IL to try boats...😄 The base price on the Swift is $1k less than the Savage River, but equivalent options catch it right up. Its only money, right?

Thank you for the picture!!

Another question: what bike trailer are you using? We now have an 11-mile asphalt path to a nearby reservoir and I am considering picking up a trailer to get an extra bit of cardio.

Great report, great pictures. Thank you!!!

I have once again had my mindset tweaked on this. My YouTube watch history for the past couple of weeks has largely consisted of events like the Texas Water Safari and the Au Sable Canoe Marathon. Those boats are LIGHT. Like 28lb tandem light. And somehow, they survive being thrown down...

:ROFLMAO: Stolen!

Quicker the better, but not really critical. UV will damage the inside-y parts of the royalex fairly quickly, and water ingress is generally considered "sub-optimal". Dynel is the material de jour for skid plates. Its really not too difficult a task.

Yeah, as long as the core isn't rotting there, its a pretty easy fix. Even if the foam is deteriorating, that small of an area isn't a big deal. Look through the "skid plate" threads for lots of ideas on repairing the damage.

Value is extremely subjective, based on what you want in a hull and what the seller thinks they have. If you can get the HIN, it will help narrow the options. In the meantime, here is the 2008 OT catalog, showing the Osprey in an "Angler" configuration and a "General" configuration...

He and Nemaji Hermit have great BWCA relaxation content. And CanoeCampClimb for ADK content.

Ebay and coin shops. https://www.ebay.com/itm/304736039480

NRS and Astral have some highly regarded offerings. Fly fishing shoes will perform well. Most people will tell you to not get the felt soles, which are VERY non-slip, because of invasive spread.

FWIW, I had never used the system before and had the yoke on in less than 30 seconds. Floating the hull over the strap in the water was the quickest. Faster than my Swift clamp, and waaaay faster than the two Wenonah options. But, I definitely dont have my system tuned to the level that you...