We have been running stone bridge to rincon and badger for years in open canoe's with air bags for years. This year the water is a little higher and we got our buts kicked. We don't want to raft, as we like more control and thrill. Any other suggestions? We have been using Coleman Ram 15' canoes. Is there some inflatable, or a better canoe for 2 people?
We have been running stone bridge to rincon and badger for years in open canoe's with air bags for years. This year the water is a little higher and we got our buts kicked. We don't want to raft, as we like more control and thrill. Any other suggestions? We have been using Coleman Ram 15' canoes. Is there some inflatable, or a better canoe for 2 people?
For day-trip thrills without too many swims, an R-2 boat would probably serve best: Shredder, Hyside PaddleCat, or Jack's Culebra (jpwinc.com). Main problem is that you need two paddlers, a problem when you want to do a float alone (imagine a 4-ft wide canoe).
A tandem duckie can be paddled by one, no sweat.
I just built a rowing frame for an old Shredder so it could be soloed, or used for fishing day-trips (with a seat frame over the spray deck).
Mike, I am in Salida now and have my Caption here.
I'd be happy to let you use it for Stone Bridge to town and/or Rincon.
I think you will find it superior to the Coleman.
Call me tomorrow if you are interested.
Chris Kelly
(573) 489-0684
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