Bear's Discourses #3.1 Design Philosophy

[@michaelmorrissey765]

Loving your videos. My wife and I just bought a used Northwind 17 from Voyageurs North Outfitters in Ely. We’ve rented your canoes in the past and decided we have to have our own….now we do!

[@benjaminallen2370]

I knew some elements of hull design from building kayaks in high school… but now I know much more. Thanks for the education. Thinking about a Phoenix for the spring.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Great info.

[@ryanclausman6099]

Bear. Great job. You have always been so good at explaining complex elements in a simple way.

[@northstarcanoes2404]

Thanks Ryan.

[@MidwestFirecraft]

Great series. I didn't understand the difference between tumblehome and shouldered flare. I just knew I hated the canoes I've paddled with tumblehome. Thanks for the great explanation with the pics!

[@northstarcanoes2404]

You're welcome

[@scottengh1175]

Bear, The B16 is a great tandem for solo backwards. How does it compare to the Northwind 16 as a solo?

[@northstarcanoes2404]

Both work fine backwards. The B 16 is a little easier to handle as a solo since it's shorter. It'd be my first choice for bow seat backwards.