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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: RG on May 23, 2011, 07:31:40 PM

Title: Square back canoe vs traditional canoe
Post by: RG on May 23, 2011, 07:31:40 PM

Looking to get a used canoe and trying to decide between square stern or a traditional canoe.  Will be used mostly for fishing, mounted with an electric motor, however, occasionally I will just go for a paddle.  Anybody have suggestions or tips? Anything important to consider?  Appreciate the help.

Title: Re: Square back canoe vs traditional canoe
Post by: ChakaRaka on May 23, 2011, 09:36:27 PM

I picked up a used square back last summer.  It is fine for just paddling with 2 or with the motor on it.  But one consideration,  with a conventional canoe, if you like going out alone, you can turn it around and paddle from the bow putting you closer to the centre.  That makes it a lot easier to deal with when paddling alone, but if that is no consideration, then go square.  The other issue is that you may have a lot more looking to do to find a good square back if that is what you decide on.