What Do You Think About This Solo Canoe

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Hey all you canoe gods here, what do you think about Old Towns new solo canoe, "Next"

http://www.paddlenext.com/

[Greasy B]

Looks like a fine boat....if my belly wasn't so big. 

[Guest]

Probably too short IMO.  Seat looks decent.  Doesn't give the specs that really matter.  How much is a "subtle" rocker.? Looks to have a keel.  You will probably buy something different on the "next" boat.

[Al Agnew]

I haven't paddled one.  Reading the reviews, most people seem to like them okay.  There were complaints about tracking, especially on the glide when you put the paddle down (like to fish).  Complaints about the seat coming loose (there's a fix for it).  Complaints about the seat being too low--difficult to get in and out of, and makes it more difficult to use a single blade.  On the other hand, lots of people said the seat was very comfortable.

I'd have to paddle one to really make a recommendation, but it sounds like a very serviceable canoe...except I'm pretty sure I'd switch out the seat for a bench seat that sits higher.

[fishinwrench]

It wouldn't work (stock) for me.   I'd have to move the seat BACK and UP.   

The hull looks good though.  

[Gavin]

A friend of mine has one and she likes it allot. I'd prefer one that is a bit longer 14' minimum and I'd want a higher seat.

 

[Terrierman]

Good solo canoes are 15' boats.  IMHO.  Solo for me means day trip and also loaded to overnight.