NuCanoe vs. SOT Yak

Gatorbyte · 04-15-09, 12:43 PM

I've been toying with the idea of getting a Yak and kinda like the NuCanoe. I was originally set at getting the Native but hear that they get stuck up an rocks and don't slide off so well like a Yak. So now I'm considering a SOT or NuCanoe. Anyone have any experience with NuCanoe?

Windknot · 04-15-09, 01:30 PM

This is a review of a Native Watercraft (similar to NuCanoe) w/comparisons to SOTK by Drew Gregory. HTH
http://drewgregory.com/go/archives/10

Pros & cons both ways. It's a good problem to have!

Gatorbyte · 04-15-09, 02:09 PM

Don:

Thanks for the info. When I saw you posted I was expecting something a little different. I thought for sure there would be some reference to the Dunkin' Donut.

Windknot · 04-15-09, 02:38 PM

As much fun as a picture of you in a float tube, upside down, might be, I'm not sure I can take the shock!!!

Ergo, a straight answer.

Enjoy it...it may be a long time before it happens again!

CU Tiger Fisherman · 04-15-09, 03:44 PM

and I love it. I have paddled it on the Hooch and on lake. It worked out great both times. I love the fact I could add a electric motor if I needed a little help getting the boat from point to point on the lake. I am planning on using it down on the coast this summer... I think the way it is rigged with anchor system is going to help a lot on dealing with the tides. It is also nice that I can change the setup to be tandem, fishing geared, paddling geared, etc. rather easily as it is well designed. I am not sure if there is a SOT that is set up at purchase to be that versatile.

I would be happy to talk live about it. Shoot me a PM if you want to send a # to call.

I have talked SOT vs. NuCanoe through with a few paddlers (who are occasional fishermen) and a few fishermen (who are occasional paddlers). The general consensus is that NuCanoe is the better fishing boat, a traditional SOT may be a better paddling boat.

In short, after my own research, the NuCanoe was the best for me. Depending on your preferences/needs, your answer could be different. Oh yeah... Up The River Outfitters is where I purchased my boat. They let me try different boats out on the river and treated me great. I am still plugging for them every chance I get.

Dell Neighbours · 04-15-09, 04:38 PM

I'm leaning towards a NuCanoe myself. I checked one out at Appalachian Outfitters in Murphy, NC. I like the fact that it drafts in 6 inches of water and that you can stand up, can't do that in a yak...

04-15-09, 12:43 PM	#1
Gatorbyte President Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 7,551	NuCanoe vs. SOT Yak I've been toying with the idea of getting a Yak and kinda like the NuCanoe. I was originally set at getting the Native but hear that they get stuck up an rocks and don't slide off so well like a Yak. So now I'm considering a SOT or NuCanoe. Anyone have any experience with NuCanoe? __________________ "Laughter is my drug of choice" - B. Nelson, HSD, AA, BS, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC, FFF CCI, ACI, TAG, OPP, OCD, ADHD, ODD, PIB, MIB, PBR, PB & J " I didn't know you could spell a number. " - The Dutchman

04-15-09, 02:09 PM	#3
Gatorbyte President Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 7,551	Don: Thanks for the info. When I saw you posted I was expecting something a little different. I thought for sure there would be some reference to the Dunkin' Donut. __________________ "Laughter is my drug of choice" - B. Nelson, HSD, AA, BS, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC, FFF CCI, ACI, TAG, OPP, OCD, ADHD, ODD, PIB, MIB, PBR, PB & J " I didn't know you could spell a number. " - The Dutchman

04-15-09, 03:44 PM	#5
CU Tiger Fisherman Native Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 54	I have a NuCanoe and I love it. I have paddled it on the Hooch and on lake. It worked out great both times. I love the fact I could add a electric motor if I needed a little help getting the boat from point to point on the lake. I am planning on using it down on the coast this summer... I think the way it is rigged with anchor system is going to help a lot on dealing with the tides. It is also nice that I can change the setup to be tandem, fishing geared, paddling geared, etc. rather easily as it is well designed. I am not sure if there is a SOT that is set up at purchase to be that versatile. I would be happy to talk live about it. Shoot me a PM if you want to send a # to call. I have talked SOT vs. NuCanoe through with a few paddlers (who are occasional fishermen) and a few fishermen (who are occasional paddlers). The general consensus is that NuCanoe is the better fishing boat, a traditional SOT may be a better paddling boat. In short, after my own research, the NuCanoe was the best for me. Depending on your preferences/needs, your answer could be different. Oh yeah... Up The River Outfitters is where I purchased my boat. They let me try different boats out on the river and treated me great. I am still plugging for them every chance I get.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

04-15-09, 01:30 PM	#2
Windknot Director, Hall of Fame Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Dacula, GA Posts: 12,590	This is a review of a Native Watercraft (similar to NuCanoe) w/comparisons to SOTK by Drew Gregory. HTH http://drewgregory.com/go/archives/10 Pros & cons both ways. It's a good problem to have!

04-15-09, 02:38 PM	#4
Windknot Director, Hall of Fame Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Dacula, GA Posts: 12,590	As much fun as a picture of you in a float tube, upside down, might be, I'm not sure I can take the shock!!! Ergo, a straight answer. Enjoy it...it may be a long time before it happens again!

04-15-09, 04:38 PM	#6
Dell Neighbours Native Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Blairsville, GA Posts: 987	I'm leaning towards a NuCanoe myself. I checked one out at Appalachian Outfitters in Murphy, NC. I like the fact that it drafts in 6 inches of water and that you can stand up, can't do that in a yak...