Looks very acceptable. I probably would have tried a block of wood lashed with used bicycle inner tube. Tubes usually free from local bike shop or from personal use. Tubes will degrade after a while but cheap enough to replace once a year or so.
I'm in Houston and have used the dealer locator but was hoping for some recommendations from those that have experience or favorite dealers. Canoe will most likely need to be shipped so I don't think location is critical.
First post. WooHoo! Came to this discussion from searching the dealer that Trippy D dealt with. I am looking to purchase a Northstar canoe myself in the next month or so. I live in Texas so there are not any dealers near me I am aware of. Can someone recommend a dealer?