Solo canoe thoughts

[tjm]

I couldn't find a load capacity for the Vagabond?

[Al Agnew]

Yeah, I didn't see it on the website, either, though I didn't look past the Vagabond page.  Probably somewhere around 400 pounds, comparable to other solo canoes of the same length.

[timinmo]

So, Fishfighter, did you order the canoe?  From a dealer close to you?  When will you get it?  I think I am looking for a new solo. 

 

[Fishfighter]

Here she is! Oxblood color.  Dealer was Ozark Adventures in Springfield, MO. They were very good to deal with, highly recommended.  I had to stop at this spot on the river on the way back and try her out. I didn't get much time in, but I really like it. It is quite fast and responsive.  This is a great boat for me. 

[Gavin]

Congrats!

[tjm]

yep, congratulations and wish you many fish in her. That's a pretty color.

[Fishfighter]

Oh yeah, I love the color. And the finish is unbelievable. Of course I will have her scratched up in no time I'm sure.

[Alex Chang]

@Fishfighter - any updates on your experiences with the fox 14? I'm considering it, but I like to fish (main reason for the canoe) and a little concerned about the limited primary stability. I also plan to pack it down for over night trips as well.

@Al Agnew - I know you are a big solo canoe guy. Are canoes with little primary (but more secondary) stability still serviceable as fishing vessels?

I'm also considering the Esquif Adirondack. It's significantly more affordable, but only at 12ft long, which I hear is not an optimal length. https://esquif.com/en/canoe/adirondack/

[ColdWaterFshr]

I'm not a fan of those small stubby canoes in the 12 footer range.  Get yourself a 15 footer at least.  Like the Esquif Prospecter 15.  Much more stable, won't draft as much water, offers more flexibility for camping, more room to lay out your rods and gear.  Easy to solo a 15 footer too.  

What kind of rivers do like to fish?  And how big a dude are you Alex?

[moguy1973]

How do those with pickups transport, say, a 15' canoe?  My truck has a 5.5' bed and even putting one of those at an angle it will stick out quite a bit if I would throw it in the back.  Ladder racks?