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sedges |
Make sure you have paddles for the children with shafts that fit their little hands. They will be happier if they can participate in the locomotion. I would rent, unless you can find a real good deal. |
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timatkn |
You could also look at using a 3 seater Northwind 18 formally the Northwoods it is 18'9" long. If your kids get along you could have them sit side by side in the middle seat. I do this with my Souris River Quetico 18. Both my 10 and 6 year old sat in the seat in front of me no issues but minor bickering :) Although my days are numbered on this set up as they get bigger. Eventually I will rent the Northwind 20 or we will take 2 canoes. Just trying to give ya some options. T |
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amhacker22 |
It will be basically impossible to get a representative test paddle ahead of time. I may rent also, but this will come up every year, so I'd rather skip that. Anyone have some thoughts on this boat or general impressions you can share? Thanks! |
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Blatz |
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amhacker22 |
I should have asked the questions more directly. Does anyone have some experience with this particular boat who can fill me in on their impressions? For me, stability is a premium, but balanced with some efficiency. The other option is the giant Wenonah, but at 24 ft its a little too large for me to store. Also, while I think Wenonahs are great and own one, their initial stability in my experience is not as comfortable as Bell/Northstar. I need young kids and an occaisional dog to stay upright and comfortabe in this thing! Thanks! |
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amhacker22 |
quote timatkn: "Agree with others on renting. Whoa...we were typing in tandem! I was thinking about exactly what you described. Its good to hear you were able to get the older kids to in the 18 in relative comfort. If I can't come up with the 20, I'll be installing the double seat. Thanks again! |
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pswith5 |
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timatkn |
The third seat I have on my Quetico 18 is removable although I never take it out, it is a nice option. Should be able to do something like that with the Northwoods. One thing I did do as the kids got older is put in canoe seats like these Seat cushion . The two I put in sit side by side in the bench seat. Gives the kids each their own space. When they were little it wasn't needed though. Last year was the first I tried it. T |
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GoSpursGo |
quote Blatz: "Is this the only canoe trip you'll do with the family? If so rent and keep the solo" +1 |