I know because I inspected it carefully He had lots of interest, and I'm fine with that. Looking at an RX Argosy and a tuffweave Wilderness. The Shadow is "very similiar" in specs & in handling to the Bell Wildfire/Yellowstone Solo. Equally at home on a day float, overnight, or multi overnight trip. For the occasional time I need a bit more rocker and a bit more wave shedding it seems like the Yellowstone solo/Wildfire is the way to go. But, to be a little more critical about the specs on the Osprey, the rocker is only 1.5 inches on bow and 1 inch on the stern. There is a feel to every canoe in the line and I can help shed light and help you ask the right questions to guide you to the right choice. Thanks again all. Only got him down to $2k with a "fellow paddler's discount". A few of the canoes like the MRC Guide, Millbrook Patriot, Hemlock SRT or even the Dragonfly are not ideal for my needs. Good solo canoe for the Buffalo, Current, Eleven Point & similiar rivers, class I & low class II. I know the Argosy would be better for the … Ted Bell sold Bell Canoes in 2006, took an 8 year break, and then, in 2014, started Northstar Canoes with expedition paddler Bear Paulson as General Manager. Now, for my opinion. We’ve trimmed the beam to provide the hull speed of boats a foot longer. I've got a couple boats to sell that are funding this purchase and it IS my dream boat. For most women, and many smaller men, the Wildfire makes a great flatwater/river tripper. Most of the time I'm paddling flatwater or hiking with a canoe on my head. If you use it on a paddling trip, or to prepare for one, it's fair game. Looking for real world comparisons on these two boats. IN addition, UK manufacturers have offered the following (over and above those already listed): Apache Canoes - 17' & 21.5' Mobile Adventure - Minuet, Summersong (and I believe they did others) Northstar continues the Bell tradition, making excellent tandem and efficient solo canoes with distinctive shouldered tumblehome on flared hulls. This boat is in near-perfect condition. Can't wait for next weekend!! I’ve been paddling Ted Bell/Yost designed canoes since 1996. Main use will be multi night river tripping, secondary use some ADK trips, and possibly a BWCAW trip. I know, not exactly apples to apples, but the different layups brings the weights under 45# which is where I set my limit for a solo boat. Bell 13' Flashfire Solo Canoe - Brand-New Condition - $1995 Any Boat, Gear, or outdoor related item you have for sale. It easily fits full-size packs and gear for multi-day trips. So for big men the Wildfire might represent a freestyle boat, day tripper, or maybe a weeklong tripper if you pack light. A Bell Wildfire in KevLight layup will be for sale soon in Madison, Wis. I agree that for man much over 200 pounds, it's not real easy to trip in the Wildfire or the Yellowstone solo. It tracks, it glides, it turns on a dime. This does not match my idea about having a minimum rocker of 2.5 inches on both bow and stern (which my Flashfire and I think the original Wildfire had). Price: $750.00 Just give an email or a call and let’s talk canoes! Richard may also have brought in the occasional Bell Bucktail / Rockstar, and I'd not be surprised to find an Esquif Echo over here at some stage. It is not just about specs and weights. The NorthStar from Bell Canoe Works just might be it. More photos readily available. Proud owner of a Bell Wildfire!
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