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David Hadden
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Esquif Adirondack Early Season Trout From A Canoe
Esquif Adirondack Early Season Trout From A Canoe
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Saltwater Fishing Canoes
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Fishing striped bass on the flats from Esquif Adirondack Canoe. Saltwater shallow water dishing for striped bass in New England
Esquif Rangeley 15 vs Heron
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Differences between Esquif Rangeley and Heron canoes
After watching your video 4yrs ago I bought an Esquif Adirondack HC and love it. I'M 70 so I use a fold down backrest and have 4 clamp on rod holders. I've down numerous 1 week canoe trips in the Adirondacks in NY and even loader with a week's worth of gear it's still paddles easily and tracks true. Esquif makes 2 different Adirondack solo, a normal and the High Capacity which is great for extended trips.
@@michaelrehberg5198 Thank you for your feedback. We will be launching the Adirondack in T-Formex Lite for 2025. It will be the same design but in the new material and weigh 36 pounds. Wishing you many good paddling trips
Geee….4 rods! Those poor fish don’t stand a chance with that serious an adversary out there. Good luck….er,ah..tight lines!
You need to call it Esqueef for the Americans.
31.5 inches wide
Would the Heron be a good choice for fishing with 1-2 people Long Island Sound Bays, can get some wind and chop?
How good would this work for a 6’1” adult about 245#’s? Anyone out there have any experience with this boat in that scenario? Thanks for the review
Should work well. We have a lot of similar sized customers using it and very happy
How about a list of dealers .!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I appologize dealer locator on website is not functioning correct on website. The factory is working to correct
A similar comparison of the Rangeley 15 to mallard xl would be great.
Thank David for the great review. A bit late to the game but I'm looking at ordered this canoe for spring 2023. I am wondering about the yellow dog thwarts you used. Their website is limited, and I'd love to know the model you used for the front with the track on it?
That was an old prototype. I am now using a new wooden version they are soon to release. No track but two recessed Scotty inserts. I really like it.
@@davidhadden5396 Hey, thanks for the quick reply, much appreciated !! I'm curious, as to why they were moved to wood? I assume its the same company?
@@guymcclymont7779 I had ask them to design a wooden one which I though would be both fictional and match the wood in the boat. I really like the wood and am now working on a prototype concept for an upright option of wood for the stern.
How well does it track? I am wanting a solo canoe for fishing and wilderness camping.
Tracks very nice for a 12 footer. Both with a canoe paddle and a kayak paddle. If your canoe stroke is not up to pace I would consider the kayak paddle. I think you will like the boat a lot. I landed a 52 pound striped bass from it this summer in sketchy water. Really proud of the boat.
@@davidhadden5396 how much gear would you say you can fit? I know it’s capacity won’t be near a 16 prospector but will it have enough room for a weeks worth of food and gear?
@@ProdigiousReturn a 12 foot boat is small for a weeks trip. A hundred years ago guides in the Adirondacks did week long hunting and fishing trips so I guess it all depends on how you pack. You may also look at Echo model which I prefer for longer trips And additional gear
@ProdigiousReturn I have the High Capacity model and I have no problem doing week long trips and even with a week's worth of gear it still paddles easily and tracks true. You can't use a standard kayak paddle because of the with you need 1 3 to 5 inches longer.
Please consider doing a video on the yellow dog thwarts. I can’t find much information out there on them apart from the one paragraph on the website.
If I have some extra time and can shoot some more content. I do really like them a lot. They complete the boat and make carrying 3 rods super easy and safe for Rods
Hey David - what would you recommend for a portage yoke for this canoe? Also would there be enough room for a couple large portage backpacks for a multi day trip? Cheers. Thanks.
I like a detachable portage yoke and know many customers who utilize them. Two medium size portage packs work great and help with trimming. Happy paddling
Thanks for the video! Wish there was a dealer closer to Minneapolis. I have a Northstar B16, but can't quite handle getting it on and off my car myself. This canoe is almost the same weight (maybe a few pounds heavier....but I have a third seat in mine....so it is close). The 12' length makes me think it would be a lot easier for me to maneuver. Looking for something for me to solo fish from.
What I like best about mine are the weight, ease of transportation and portaging and durability of material. You will find these to all be a nice alternative to your tandem. For shipment to Minneapolis you may try Rutabaga in Madison. They deliver to our customers up there regularly. Good luck.
@@davidhadden5396 Thank you for the response. I did find a store in St. Paul, MN that had one. I liked it...but held off buying it. Then I got lucky and found an used Old Town Pack canoe in like new condition to buy. They are super hard to find so I was lucky. They are about 10 pounds lighter than the Esquif so that will be better for me! :)
@@marathonkev the pack was built with a lighter lay up of Royalex. Lighter but some flex to the hull. Hard to be 10 pounds. Enjoy the new boat. Cheers
Why did you not show off the canoe and e-motor? would've loved to seen it is use
Unfortunately I do not own one. I have a 3 hp gas and the 1103. Both run it nicely.
specifications on the Esquif web site say this is 31.5 inches wide, however you said it is 36 inches wide.....? which one is it 😅
31.5
Esquif makes 2 models of the Adirondack solo, the normal one is 31.5 wide and weighs 36lbs. and a High Capacity model that has 3in higher sides and weighs 40lbs.
@@michaelrehberg5198 thank you 🙂
What size Motor shaft should I use a 15 or a 20 inch?
It takes the 15 inch short shaft
would love to see a video like this for the Heron vs Mallard XL. which of those two would you recommend for primarily standing up fly fishing with an occasional passenger? Do you have a torqueedo model recommendation? thanks!
Both are good options. The extra width of XL definitely gives more stability for casting although for 2 paddlers I prefer the Heron. Torqeedo 1103 works great on either. Cheers
Very nice!
Thanks for the great walk through. I just bought one and will be picking it up in a couple of weeks. I have to drive to WI to pick it up ... no dealers near me. Can you still car top it with that custom rear thwart? How high above the gunnels do the rod tubes extend?
The rod holders extend about 3 inches. The fit on my rack fine but it is on a truck or SUV. Those are available through Yellow Dog Kayak. He custom makes them so he may be able to lower if needed. Enjoy the mew boat.
Hello! I'd like to know if this boat is cartopable or if I would need a trailer? Right know I'm between the Rangley, Heron or the Mallard XL. Most of the time is going to be me, a small dog and occasionally another person + camping gear with an electric motor. Small to medium lakes and reservoirs. Which one would you recommend? Thanks!
You can but it is heavy for one person. For car topping and 1-2 persons and dog, I would recommend the Heron. I have one and a third seat and love it
@@davidhadden5396You are right. I think I will go with the Heron!
Hi what size/length kayak paddle is recommended? Thanks! Looking into this canoe as it’s getting harder to get in and out of my kayak. Ty
I use a 230. That said range would be 230-240. Thank you
@@davidhadden5396 thanks much
Wow it’s amazing to see the size difference between em. The Heron is a big canoe in its own right but looks tiny next to the rangley. I think it’s more of a rowboat than a canoe but I bet it’s a sweet ride even in rough conditions
Both boats are perfect for anglers and hunters and have their own special traits. While the Rangeley handles big open water better and is more stable you can not beat the ability of the Heron to be car topped. Ultimately I chose the heron for this purpose. You are correct the Rangeley rows like a champion. It owes that to its heritage and original design intent.
So for solo fishing onsmaller lakes what would you recommend? The Adirondack or the Huron 15? I’m 6 feet tall and weigh 240. Also at 65 years old boat weight a bit of a factor.
Both are good boats and would be fine with your size and water conditions. I would say it all comes down to how much you want to lift and car top. 40ish pounds is a lot easier than 55 which is why so many chose the Adirondack.
I am leaning that way . Thanks !
Is there any sense of what the optimal paddler weight range would be?
Eric, I weigh approx. 225. Capacity is 400 lbs. I see no reason why a 300 lbs/6ft+ person would no be comfortable and capable in the boat.
Hi, I am having an impossible time deciding between your 15 or 17 Rangeley canoe. I am from Pennsylvania and will be primarily fishing a shallow/wide river with a strong current flow but mostly class 1 rapids. I will also fish some small lakes with the boat. I will be fishing 3 people primarily. I am a bit tight on storage space and would prefer to not use a trailer. So, I am leaning toward the 15 but also don't want to regret not getting the 17. Any guidance you may have would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Chris
With 3 paddlers I would highly recommend the 17. The original design intent was for a guide and 1-2 clients. I think you will be very happy in that application whether on lakes or moving water. For moving water like you describe I like to row it from stern seat and fish 2 in bow. I hope this helps.
So which one did you end up getting?
Hi David, I just bought one of these. I plan on doing some fishing from it. What thwarts did you use?
That is great. Thank you for choosing our product. Those are yellow dog kayak. www.yellowdogkayak.com. chefner65@gmail.com You will be speaking with Craig. Great Guy! Let me know if you have any additional questions. Cheers
@@davidhadden5396 Thanks for the quick reply! Happy paddling and take care down there!
@@bigd6138 Glad to help. Curious...Where did you get thee boat? What made you pick the Adirondack. Thank you this is very helpful info for us to better service our paddlers!
@@davidhadden5396 I bought the boat new at kayak junky in Quebec. I haven't picked it up yet. I chose the Adirondack in camo as it was the best blend of price and performance that I could find. I plan on using it for canoe tripping, recreational fishing, and possibly waterfowl hunting. The weight, durability, and price were the main deciding factors. Plus I wanted a Canadian product. It basically replaces the discontinued old town pack canoe and was considerably less than a comparable nova craft or swift canoe.
@@bigd6138 Thank you very much for sharing. This is all good information. Let me know how you like the rod holders. Cheers
Great comparisson, thanks!
Nice looking canoe! would you recommend this for fishing, specifically fly fishing? is it hard to turn in whitewater with the keel? how's the secondary stability? does it just want to dump when edged since it has a flat bottom? Thanks!!
It has a flat bottom which does give it less initial stability. If looking for secondary stability I would look at standard Mallard or Heron. I run a Heron and find it handles class 2 whitewater. I mostly fly fish too
@@davidhadden5396 Is the Adirondak stable enough to stand up in and cast for someone with decent balance?
@@theoutdoordad7395 I would like to know that as well (standing and casting)
Hmm... mine has a keel, small but a keel
How wide is this canoe I know you said 36 but everything I see on website say 31 and at water line what is it
Jerry Short sorry 31.5
The width is 31.5" I apologize for confusion.
Nice video. Keep them comming also would love Some shot while paddling. Greets from the Netherlands
Thank you. I need to borrow my son's GOPRO and I will add some on water paddling and fishing. Thank you for feedback. Cheers
@@davidhadden5396 sounds Great looking forward to see the video. I found a dealer in the netherlands i think in need to plan a test paddle. Like to see some action on the water. 😍👍👍
Hello David. Nice boat. Does this model use a removable thwart for overhead carries? Or, would we simply shoulder carry this on a portage?
Robert Zonneveld I just shoulder carry it and find it very manageable. If portaging over a 1/2 mile or carrying a pack you may want to use a detachable thwart. I have also used a canoe cart to access some ponds on trails