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I restored this Chestnut Bobs, it’s a fine paddling 15’ lightweight wood canvas canoe, not sure how much wind it can handle.

Bill Mason demonstrated this at the end of his Song of the Paddle video. See the segment starting at 38:36 with the link below. Benson

Sounds like we are in the same "proverbial" boat, and yes, there aren't many 15-16' prospector-type canoes on the market. A really nice...

Yes, I was also completely captivated by this documentary - so much so that I watched both parts back-to-back.

I watched the first episodes you posted and am looking forward to watching the second set, where they embark on their voyage. What an...

We definitely have to meet-up to exchange some testing opportunities.

I haven't tried one. I hope I hate it. https://swiftcanoe.com/boat/cruiser-17-8-solo/

We definitely have to meet-up to exchange some testing opportunities.

Well, sort of. When discussing the build and that it would be set up as a solo, Bill asked if I wanted it pulled in to be better as a...

Yes. The DF15 is a very fun paddle. It is significantly more lively than the P15S, with a rounder, narrower hull. It had more primary...

Well, sort of. When discussing the build and that it would be set up as a solo, Bill asked if I wanted it pulled in to be better as a...

I watched the first episodes you posted and am looking forward to watching the second set, where they embark on their voyage. What an...

Well, sort of. When discussing the build and that it would be set up as a solo, Bill asked if I wanted it pulled in to be better as a...

That's not encouraging. 😕 I noticed on their website that they highlight fishing kayaks and other rec kayaks that have channels in the...

Well, sort of. When discussing the build and that it would be set up as a solo, Bill asked if I wanted it pulled in to be better as a...