Trying to decide on a first boat for 3 - 10 day solo trips in Algonqin PP, Michigan rivers, and the BWCA and the point was made in a different post that I should first choose between standard canoe seating with kneeling as an option (what I'll call "high" seating) or go with sitting-down-on-the-hull pack-boat style seating ("low" seating). I recognize this is a highly personal choice but my research has led me to make some initial assumptions and I am hoping to get some first-hand feedback...
For wilderness canoeing situations, above and/or below rapids, very rocky campsite shorelines, etc. I was wondering how one compares to the other as I have zero experience with pack boats.
Thanks,
Gerald
Hi everyone, I just found this site and I am looking for help. I have been reading and reading and getting very confused on this whole matter. I have been kayak fishing for years and have been through many kayaks. I currently own and Bonifide ex123 and a nucanoe pursuit. I love them both for many reasons. But the 2 things I love about both is they both glide through the water and are comfortable. But what I don't like is the weight. I would like to car top for a few reasons. My...