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Sportspal 13S
I was first introduced to Meyers Sportspal's in the mid 70's and fell in love with them with the first use and knew I would buy one. I have owned a Sportspal 13' square stern for 30 years. It is an outstanding canoe for duck hunting and fishing. I have attached an electric trolling motor on it for use in lakes and rivers. It is extremely stable and quiet. The foam lining cuts down noise from things moving around on the bottom. I can stand and cast in calm water. It is very roomy for my dog and a dozen decoys. The foam sponsons and liner make it highly buoyant. I have filled it with water and sat in it with my golden retriever and was barely submerged (a couple of inches under). It handles well either paddling or rowing. My boys enjoyed using it. The hull is aluminum and is under 70 pounds and I am able to load it on my car top carrier by myself. I did buy an optional front bench seat which makes it more comfortable for two paddlers vs the standard foam block seat. Very durable.