Swift Cruiser 14.8 vs the Keewaydin 14 Pack

[@NikonF5user]

I tested both a Cruiser 15.8 and a Keewaydin 15 this summer in the Adirondacks. The Cruiser is faster for sure, but with a load I'm pretty convinced the Keewaydin is more seaworthy and more packable. The ability to kneel alone is huge, it's much easier to control your boat on your knees. What I really would love is a Cruiser with a kneeling seat, but sadly that's not an option. If I get a boat this summer as I plan, I'm leaning more towards the Keewaydin (although I want to test a Northstar Magic first...

[@prayfornathannatureshow]

It is very good to test many different options and see what you like. I tried the Keewaydin 15 with my normal gear load both as a pack boat and as a canoe and the keewaydin is definetly not for me. Even kneeling in the keyweedin I found it really difficult to paddle in a good wind. The cruiser has performed excellently for me with a load, although I do wish I would have got the 15.8 so I could carry a bit more weight. With a heavy food barrel of 14 days of food up front the 14.8 does tend to dig deep into the big waves and you get a bit wet. The spray skirt available on the 14.8 really comes in key in these situations. I'd be interested in trying the northstar, might just do the trick for you.

[@nunyabidness3075]

I recently went camping, and likely had over 300 pounds in my cruiser 14. In swells, I would think the Keewaydin would feel more stable, but you’d want to go bigger, not so much shorter.

[@MayorofNilbog]

The Cruiser 14.8 is a beast, no matter what paddle you use. I could use my bare hands lol 😆

[@prayfornathannatureshow]

I might have to try that.

[@TheCampingCanuck]

Hmm that looks fun. Moves a little faster and smoother than my 16-ft boat

[@theo.g.inthecanoe]

absolutely love my cruiser . Hope your wife lets you get one, you will not regret it at all . She might lol

[@prayfornathannatureshow]

Haha, yeah I enjoyed seeing the video of you when you took yours down the Nippissing. I ordered one I get it in May. Can't wait. Happy Paddling!

[@jeffmensch]

Pray for Nathan Nature Show I pulled the trigger on a Cruiser 14.8 after watching O.G. In the Canoe as well. Only got to use it for a month at the end of last year but it was absolutely fantastic. You're going to love your new boat.

[@InTheGardenandTheBlessings]

Wow your really moving in this boat. Not the pace your usually at. Is it less work too? Your gliding so nicely in the first one double paddle.

[@prayfornathannatureshow]

It will be less work to go the same speed as before for sure. However, I seem to be a speed junkie and will probably go as fast as possible. I got to spend the winter working out my rhomboids and trapezoids to help with the different paddling motion.

[@yarpenzigrin1893]

Very nice boats but way too pricey.

[@Lou_Zasil]

did you buy

[@prayfornathannatureshow]

I did buy, I get it in May. Can't wait.