Anyone familiar with the Sportspal models

As I'm trying to due my research I ran across the Sportspal line of
canoes. It seems to be a match of what I'm looking for; stability,
light, they claim it is virtual impossible to tip over, will not sink,
and can handle 2 adults easily. Here is the link
http://www.castlecraft.com/sportspal_double-end.htm
Does anyone own one of these? How do they handle? Are the claims
true? Are they built well? durable? Can you attach an electric motor
to them? Are they priced right? I'm looking for a canoe to fish from
(solo and with a partner), paddle around with my kids, on forest
preserve lakes and a few rivers. What are your opions pluses and
negatives. Thanks in advance.

Here is the web site for the manufacturer of Sportspal canoes.
http://www.bwmarineproducts.com/canoes.htm
I have had the 12' transom back model for about 6 years. These aluminum
canoes are very light weight - mine weighs 46lbs. I use mine for fishing
with a 33pd MK Maxxum trolling motor. It can be paddled, rowed or sailed
(with the optional sail kit)
The transom back model does not paddle real well. If you want to canoe the
regular or square end are better. The transom back is much more stable.
You will want a bigger model if you want more than 2 in the boat at a time.
Owning a Sportspal was the only sane thing `Al' ever did.
Jim Howarth


"Sportinus" wrote in message
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As I'm trying to due my research I ran across the Sportspal line of
canoes. It seems to be a match of what I'm looking for; stability,
light, they claim it is virtual impossible to tip over, will not sink,
and can handle 2 adults easily. Here is the link
http://www.castlecraft.com/sportspal_double-end.htm
Does anyone own one of these? How do they handle? Are the claims
true? Are they built well? durable? Can you attach an electric motor
to them? Are they priced right? I'm looking for a canoe to fish from
(solo and with a partner), paddle around with my kids, on forest
preserve lakes and a few rivers. What are your opions pluses and
negatives. Thanks in advance.

I should have checked your site first. My prior post refers to the Canadian
Sportspal.
Jim Howarth


"Jim Howarth" wrote in message
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Here is the web site for the manufacturer of Sportspal canoes.
http://www.bwmarineproducts.com/canoes.htm
I have had the 12' transom back model for about 6 years. These aluminum
canoes are very light weight - mine weighs 46lbs. I use mine for fishing
with a 33pd MK Maxxum trolling motor. It can be paddled, rowed or sailed
(with the optional sail kit)
The transom back model does not paddle real well. If you want to canoe
the regular or square end are better. The transom back is much more
stable. You will want a bigger model if you want more than 2 in the boat
at a time.
Owning a Sportspal was the only sane thing `Al' ever did.
Jim Howarth


"Sportinus" wrote in message
ups.com...
As I'm trying to due my research I ran across the Sportspal line of
canoes. It seems to be a match of what I'm looking for; stability,
light, they claim it is virtual impossible to tip over, will not sink,
and can handle 2 adults easily. Here is the link
http://www.castlecraft.com/sportspal_double-end.htm
Does anyone own one of these? How do they handle? Are the claims
true? Are they built well? durable? Can you attach an electric motor
to them? Are they priced right? I'm looking for a canoe to fish from
(solo and with a partner), paddle around with my kids, on forest
preserve lakes and a few rivers. What are your opions pluses and
negatives. Thanks in advance.