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Oh my - I have been wanting a Swift WildFIRE in Expedition Kevlar in the worst way, but this is making me wonder whether it's possible to get a similarly-built Baboosic -which would be an absolute stunner and a FUN FUN FUN boat...

There are some advantages to the "spread-tow" fabrics such as the textreme weave in that they are more robust than thin-weave carbon and also a bit less resin is needed to fill the space between the threads, making for a lighter layup and it's smoother with the wide / flat layers. But it is more...

That is the basalt-innegra co-mingle (differentiated from the basalt-innegra H-weave). I have been trying to find an advantage of one over the other with little success...

I love the Firebird - it's very similar to the FlashFIRE I own, but I would not bring a dog in that boat at my size (and cannot see tripping in it unless I do absolute minimal packing). Essentially the trade-off is between weight and function. For what my opinion is worth, it sounds like a...

A thought about the SRT - it's one of my favorite boats hands down, but it's moderately deep - you may want to see if your pup can see out the sides of the boat before buying. This wouldn't be an issue in any of the others you mention. I weigh about the same; my guess is that Trillium and...

Loving those lining holes!

No argument - I agree. I do not think the Swift P14 handles like a true Prospector (the only big Prospector I have paddled is a Nova Craft P16, and that boat solo turned similarly to the Swift P14 from what I can remember, but I paddled them years apart so it's not a fair comparison). A couple...

I wouldn't claim to have a "ton" of time in the P14, but from what I could see in the few times I have paddled one it is more maneuverable than its 1" of rocker would suggest. I think it's sort of like the Penobscot 16 in that way, perhaps a better downriver boat than a whitewater boat. It...

Savage River is the most local manufacturer to me; not sure they really make a whitewater specific tripper or play boat, but if you had the funds and wanted a spectacular tough composite boat, my guess is they would make it work for you. Their "whitewater" or "expedition" reinforcements on a...

There is pretty much nowhere I wouldn't go with a Prospector 14 - that boat can haul a considerable load, is stable and deep enough to drive you through some nice rapids and big water, and in expedition kevlar is pretty tough to boot. I took my Merlin on the Yukon this past summer and ended up...

Vertical paddle and quick short strokes without an over-emphasized J; as a result he's paddling with a relatively small amount of deflection. It's impressive. I strive for this - my goal this year is to do the same with as little murmuration / gurgling as possible...

I have been watching their videos for a few years now - and that man is a beast; he portages that nearly 60lb Pocket Canyon with more ease than I portage my 33lb Merlin...

Curious what experience everyone has with outfitters providing shuttles for the Allagash? I was debating a run all the way to Fort Kent, but it seems many stop at the confluence with the St. John River... not sure whether there are outfitters that would ferry that far.

For what would you use this pack? Could it carry a birding spotting scope perhaps?

That is exceedingly tempting. EXCEEDINGLY tempting. But I think I need to hold off until I am done with my National Boards - I have already promised myself a new WildFIRE if/when I achieve (and I should be able to actually afford it if I achieve). But it is still very very very very tempting...

The pricing is up on the Swift website - looks like $3750 CAD base for the Cirrus and $3895 CAD for the D-15...

How did they elevate the (presumably pack) seat in your Placid?

I was messaging with Bill on Facebook and my impression is the mold is not in great shape. Not sure how well the WildFIRE is selling - I do know I have every intention of getting one, but I need to wait until done my National Board Certification (assuming I achieve)! I'm hoping they'll do a...

That is a fantastic story. This is still the saw I carry with me on backcountry trips. About the only weakness I can see with it is that the thumb screw can be lost easily, but I always carry a spare in my repair kit. Love this saw!

Up on the website now: https://swiftcanoe.com/boat/cirrus-14-6/ I am very very sad this is replacing the WildFIRE in the lineup (hopefully they will still make one for me), but I am curious how the two will stack up to each other. The Cirrus is slightly longer and slightly taller - so perhaps a...