I have owned my SOAR Canyon for 5 years and primarily use it as a "barge" (I named her "Babbs" the big ass blue barge) on multi-day flatwater river trips. The load carrying capacity is great and stability is awesome. I typically paddle the boat solo from a center mounted seat position. The grommet strips down both sides of the cockpit are a cool feature. I use NRS loop straps to secure my gear.