There is a bewildering variety of canoes available out there—how do you ensure that you pick the one that’s right for you? We have broken choosing a canoe into three parts. Part one is general information. This section helps you think about, how you will use the canoe, and what type of canoe is best for your use. Part two is on canoe design. Part three is about which canoe material will be best for your budget and use. Be sure to check out our other articles on canoe materials, too. Materials Now let’s consider materials. There are four basic materials for canoe construction: aluminum, plastics, composites, and wood. Each material has advantages and disadvantages, although some have more of one than the other. … Read entire article »

Aluminum Aluminum has long been a staple of the summer camp canoeing experience. Most middle-aged canoeists got their start in Aluminum boats. Aluminum offers good … Read entire article »