I’ve had this boat for a few years now. It is quite the canoe: fast, maneuverable, a friend in tough conditions and able to carry a reasonable tripping load. I have had it unloaded in lakes with big winds and felt comfortable. It has great glide, but it maneuvers expertly on quiet, tight, twisty creeks. This is one of those Jack of all Trades boats that does things really well. That is why it remains a favorite of solo canoeists.
The Colden layup is light enough to make carries comfortable, yet sturdy enough to instill wilderness confidence. I have the wood trim and it is beautiful cherry and snakewood with fine woodworking. His composite rails are maintenance free and handsome also.
This is a fine boat for the wilderness tripper, the day tripper and the lily dipper.
