The Mad River Explorer canoe is a great all-around canoe. It is roomy and can easily fit 2 (or 3 people with a middle cushion or seat) and your gear. It has great secondary buoyancy, so when you start to tip, the canoe often stops before the gunwhale touches the water. The keel allows you to lean to the opposite side you are paddling on for quicker turns. It is also decent in the weight category. Mine has held up great for over 9 years now.
A 12'6" board that offers good stability, but also pretty good performance.
Pros
It is lightweight and it is stable, even in choppy conditions.
Cons
It is a little sluggish when turning on waves.
Usage
I use it as an all around board- paddling for exercise and for riding surf.
