My 0.02$.
I use a canoe.
I can "hold" my own in wind with a sea anchor (a bucket tied to the canoe).
I use 2 anchors and cmlock pullies on the river.
I can transport it alone, ... even though it's 17 ft. It can take on lakes, rivers, swamps and rocks!
When I'm alone, ... a few big rocks in the bow and I'm all trimmed out flat. I have no problem casting as I cast standing up
Photo: Pierre Poisson
A pontoon would be a second choice (for me), ... except I already have a float tube for those lazy days on still water.
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Christopher Chin, Jonquiere Quebec
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[This message has been edited by fcch (edited 16 August 2005).]