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4/01/2016 9:05 pm  #1


Clipper Freedom / other fast solos

Does anyone have any experience paddling this canoe? 

http://www.clippercanoes.com/freedom/

How about any other "performance touring" solo canoes?  I'm a pretty experienced paddler and am looking for something quick that I can mess around with using a sit and switch paddling style.  Ideally I'd like to use it for some fast-n-light tripping, getting into some places quickly for early morning photography, as well a (unfortunately) part of a summer workout.

Any other suggestions? 

 

4/01/2016 9:54 pm  #2


Re: Clipper Freedom / other fast solos

I have a buddy with a savage river blackwater.  Very  fast but also Very expensive  and hard to find used.  That said it's a pretty wicked boat if you're able to afford one. Clipper does make a great boat as well.  I found this Wenona Argosy on kijiji recently in Hamilton.  If you're inclined it's a much cheaper alternative.  My tandem is a Wenonah and they are great. Depending on your location this may be worth a look. If feasible I would be willing to help with pick up and deliver to Muskoka and are algonquin park area. Will be there in may, July and Sept.

http://m.kijiji.ca/canoe-kayak-paddle-boat/hamilton/solo-canoe/v?adId=1148845639&ck=CK&from=Search&ts=1459565204598

http://www.savageriver.com/canoes/racing/blackwater

Last edited by Shayne74 (4/02/2016 7:32 am)

 

4/02/2016 11:36 am  #3


Re: Clipper Freedom / other fast solos

Oh man, the Blackwater looks so good.  But damn is it expensive too.  Assuming those prices are USD, that works out to nearly $5k CDN.

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4/02/2016 11:51 am  #4


Re: Clipper Freedom / other fast solos

Hemlock Peregrine. Colden Nomad, Swift Keewaydin 15, Northwind Solo by Northstar . You are seeking a l/w ratio of 7 or better.. If you are small Placid Rapidfire or Shadow can be reinforced to use with a standard touring seat. 7.5 and 8.5 respectively. Savage River too of course has fast solos.

Argosy is not fast. Its sub 14 feet. LWL not LOA counts. I have had one for ten years. Paid $600 USD for it. Kiji is way high I think.

 

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