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  1. 13th December 2006, 08:02 PM #1
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    Hi,
    Im interested in building a canoe to be used mainly for fishing on lakes and rivers. Ive been looking at designs that are available online and so far ive seen so many, i feel like i know less about the matter than before i started
    Could anybody please give me their opinion on what canoe would be suitable for this task. Especially if you have built and used the canoe yourself!

    Im looking for a canoe that:

    - can fit 2 people for fishing.
    - can fit plenty of gear.
    - has reasonable stability.
    - will work well with a small trolling motor but is still a good paddler.
    - is reasonably cheap and easy to build. (Im very much a beginner)

    If any one can help me out with some recommendations i would be very pleased.

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    Luke Meader
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  3. 13th December 2006, 09:09 PM #2
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    Cheers Luke,

    Biased though I may, be I'd suggest the Eureka, fitted one of with Michael's outriggers for additional stability when fishing.

    You'll have a boat that's very light, easily transportable and can do all the things you've asked of it.

    The building thread is here (err... I still haven't finished mine ) and Michael Storer's Eureka webpages are here: http://members.ozemail.com.au/~store...ekacanoes.html

    Cheers,

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  4. 21st December 2006, 03:26 AM #3
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    Hope it's ok to mention my plans here.

    I have a couple that work nicely. Take a look at

    http://jemwatercraft.com/proddetail.php?prod=Iroquois

    http://www.jemwatercraft.com/proddet...?prod=Merrimac

    http://www.jemwatercraft.com/proddet...p?prod=Muskoka

    http://www.jemwatercraft.com/proddet...?prod=Townsend
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  5. 21st December 2006, 11:24 AM #4
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    It was suggested I provide a little more info on each so here we go.

    Townsend: Simple, contemporary styled canoe. Easy to assemble.

    Merrimac: Also simple, tumblehome sides for easier paddling. A little different looking.

    Iroquios: Just like Merrimac except a flat bottom instead of slight V. Very stable and easy to build.

    The 3 above would need a trolling motor mount.

    Muskoka: A little more difficult to build but will paddle nicely and handle a little bit a rough water. Trolling motor mount on the back transom.
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    Am I right in guessing that Muskoka has a transom so that it can take a trolling motor? Or was there some other reason?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Daddles View Post
    Am I right in guessing that Muskoka has a transom so that it can take a trolling motor? Or was there some other reason?

    Richard
    That's the primary reason.
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  8. 27th January 2007, 11:59 PM #7
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    Default Selway Fisher "Raven"

    Hi Luke, I've just completed a Selway Fisher "Raven" canoe. It is built using stitch and glue. 15'7" by 36" (4.7m by 900mm). I used 4mm ply, Bote-Cote Epoxy and covered in f/glass cloth. All up weight is 34kg, so I can carry and load it myself. I've had 2 adults and a 5 and 10yr old in with no problems. It is very stable as well as fast. Send me your email if you want some pictures. http://www.selway-fisher.com/Opcan16.htm
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