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Symmetrical Canoes
A symmetrical canoe is widest at the center
and has identical shaped halves. Stability is the focus in
these canoes making them the best option for photographers,
fishing, family outings and lake travel when loaded. They
are perfect for maneuvering in small rivers and streams.
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Asymmetrical Canoes
Asymmetrical canoes have their widest point
aft of center providng a longer, narrower bow and a shorter,
more blunted stern. This leads to easier and faster acceleration,
greater glide and tracking ability, and comparable stability
depending on load. This type of canoe tens to reach it's load
limit quickly and is more prone to the adverse effects created
by weight.
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Cottage Canoes
There are many different canoes available on
the market today. While some are built for speed or long trips,
others are more suited to recreational use at the cottage.
River's Edge has several suggestions for you if you are looking
to just get out on the water and have some fun.
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Canoe Sides
Flared sides
keep water from rolling into the canoe as it travels through
the waves.
Tumblehome sides
curve back inward before reaching the gunwale, allowing
paddlers better access to the water as the paddle can be
positioned parallel to the keel line for an efficient paddle
stroke.
Design
Length and width are
the key factors affecting canoe performance. Length governs
potential speed while width determines stability. The wider
the hull, the more stability at the expense of speed. These
factors along with depth determine maximum load and wave
action the hull can successfully deflect.
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