Sportspal Canoe
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- A look at my 14' Sportspal canoe, by Meyers Boat Co. It is an exceptionally stable sporting canoe perfect for fishing or hunting. It is quiet (foam floor) and lightweight (58 lbs). It comes as a package with two paddles, installed bench seats, trolling motor mount, and two life vests. This unit was purchased from Molnar Outdoor. They pricing was solid and the experience was a very good one.
*This makes my old motor look like a toy **enjoyable.fishing** recommend it's well built. I haven't had it on the water yet, but I'm very sure it will perform just fine.*
Picked a month ago, in the middle of Winter, a Sportspal 14ft, Wide Transom canoe in bright red color. It's only about 50Lbs now, so super lightweight to carry or store. Carrying capacity is 850Lbs, and woven seats, are comfortable and keep you dry. Awesome!
2018 now.... Recently I had a conversation with someone close to me in my family and the topic of a Sportspal Canoe came up. I can tell you... this design of canoe and the company has been around a very long time and in my opinion... this is probably the best design I have ever seen for a canoe. Very stable canoe! Thx for the post here in 2018 looking back at your 2011 post!
Great looking canoe. Be careful with your battery though, the terminals are extremely close to the aluminium crossmember and could easily short out, which would be a bit too exciting.
I was looking at kayaks but this canoe looks way better nice set up bro it scoots along pretty good with the electric motor thx great review 👍
9 years later, i enjoy your video...i am thinking of buying a used one but after your video, i might buy a new one...thanks
Great video. Always amazes me how much I can learn about a potential purchase from a simple video like this. Great summary.
The difference between the American and canadian is the thickness of the Alumium,.032 aircraft Al for American and .022 marine grade for the Canadian. The american sportspal is a tougher cousin, Love the video but I have to point out 1 thing. The battery post are bare and are close to the alumium bar which will conduct current thru out the boat. I would suggest insulating these post away from the bar.
Very nicely shot and with a lot of information.
Thank you!
I have that exact canoe. Best made and safest canoe barr none. Nice video.
I have a very old Sportspal 14' canoe, and its very similar. It has a sail, which I have not set up. I don't like oars, so gave those away. I use a kayak double ended paddle. I think mine weighs closer to 41 pounds, amazingly light. It has developed a very slow leak near one end, which I have epoxied and almost eliminated, I need to go over the keel and near the ends again. Looks like different construction - mine was formed into its shape with 3 slits along each side, just like a birchbark canoe would be made to create the side's curves. those have epoxy sealing them. This design looks much better, with its smooth curves. But I did pay only $250 for mine! hahaha!
Thanks for pointing out this design. We got the S15 and have enjoyed fishing from it and swimming with the family. Great value!
Great review! how is it for paddling? I've read a couple reviews saying it's not easy to paddle.... also how has the longevity of the foam been? any disintegration?
can't seem to locate them here in Australia. Can you give me an idea what they retail for please ?
How is the canoe now after all this time I've think about getting one for an up-and-coming Columbia River Trip
Meyers/Radisson. i like canadian made stuff thats why i like radisson but in the end i dont care these are great outdoors men or women canoe's. My father has owned his 12' sportspal radisson for 25 years and it still works great, My self i just picked up a 14' radisson sportspal used for $100 bucks.needs a little work but hope to have it ready for summer. just picked up my new sponson today for it . will post videos of restoration.
I ordered bench seats for my previous one, which was a 12 ft. They come with instructions on where to mount them. You order the seats based on the length of your canoe and you count off a certain number of the metal structural ribs...that's where you will drill the holes ( 2 on each side). They can advise you further/better if you contact Meyers directly, but that's the jist of it.
Thanks. You should find decent availability in that area. If memory serves the main distributor is in the Great Lakes region. The 14' will work for two adults and a child, but also be aware they make it in a larger 16' size as well.
Could you stand on the 12’ you had just the same? Trying to decide between a 12’ or a 14’?
Thanks I am currently rebuilding it. I'm from California so everything I order takes time to arrive. It would be nice if they had just one Sportspal company here on the west coast. Happy fishing from Cali!
I’m thinking of getting a Sportspal s13 could I haul it on a roof rack of a truck? And if I was to try and climb into the boat wow risky would it be that I might swamp it
Maybe I’ll run into you once my Mayer’s come in !! Great review
Thank you for this review. It's excellent. I am getting ready to purchase. I am trying to decide on whether to buy the 12' or the 14'. I notice you mention that you have had both. Any advice? Fishing with two people. Is the 12' that cramped. I am 5'8', 150 pounds. A little worried on whether or not I could handle car topping the 14' by myself. Also, I notice that the Sportspal is thicker than the Radisson so I think I will go with the Sportspal. Excellent review.
There is a big difference in stability between the two...thats first. I am standing nearly the entire time I fish in my 14ft, whereas in the 12ft I could....but it was tedious balancing all the time. Actually, when I fish with a friend in the 14ft canoe who is 230lbs....we both stand...its that stable. Plus in terms of space the 12ft is very tight for two people to be casting in...you have to be very conscious of your surroundings. The 14ft allows me (170lbs and a friend 230lbs, plus a marine battery (50lbs) trolling motor and a ton of gear to be held safely. The 12ft couldn't manage. If you don't have much gear no problem...if you do the 14ft is again the way to go. The only downside I can see would be the additional weight and maneuverability. I have a Thule rack and put the 14ft on my little Honda Fit by myself 90% of the time. Its not easy per say, but if you don't have a rack yet, they have options for mounting one end on first and then swinging the back on board. I would definitely recommend the 14ft over the 12ft, but your particular vehicle and rack situation will dictate if its an easy loading process or a major pain.
nice video, I just ordered a 12" to set up for waterfowl hunting. I got the square stern and I have a 2hp evinrude outboard. I am building a blind for it and am anxious for the season to start.
weltercat mine is arriving tomorrow. The S13 can’t wait 😊
It's been 7 + years since you've post this video. Looking back is their anything more you can add pro or con about the Sportspal? Any regrets, precautions or things you would do differently? Thanks so much.
Can you still buy one of these canoes in NJ? I’m having trouble finding one at an actual store (where I can buy without paying ~$459 in shipping!). *I’m in FL, but my Dad is in NJ.
Yes, it goes straight, but because of the offset you do have to have the trolling motor turned a bit inward for it to track straight. Doing so loses some efficiency, but I've never thought of it as much of a problem.
Not sure if you understand how many people have died by trolling after falling in.. I realize you are relatively close to the shore, just thought I would mention this happens an awful lot and some people have a kill switch, or a strong line they can attach, in case they fall in..
Thats interesting about the capacity. Mine is rated at 650lbs as per the sticker on the stern. I notice on bwimarine's website the capacity ratings are higher than on Meyer's own site, where even the 16' model is rated at 720 lbs. The width is the same at 38".
Great review and great canoe!
@AlexNC It does very well. More often than not it is myself and a friend who are fishing. We can both stand while fishing, although it is a lot easier if one person is sitting.
Sorry I found it. But did you have any issue with this type of anchor getting stuck?
Good review my friend, awesome canoe, I think this is the model Im looking for, thanks for sharing bud, atb Hans
Right on brother! After watching your video I know what canou I'm getting! Only thing is I'm having problems finding it online to order! We're do I go????
Molnar Outdoor (they have a physical store as well as online site). They had the best combination of price, shipping, and included accessories.
Good info. If all works well I'll be living back in Minnesota. I have an older brother and niece and was thinking it would be cool to get a boat like this for the 3 of us. Gonna check out Meyers website now!
Nice Video! I just bought a Radisson 12 foot pointed canoe in like new condition I only had it out a few times both paddling and rowing. It tracks well rowing, but you need to reach a bit for the oars from the forward seat. Paddling is is OK. Looking for a small trolling motor for it. I see where you had a 12 ft and was wondering if you ever stood in that one..
Hi! Doesn’t the foam crumble?
How has your sportspal held up?? I'm thinking of getting one but I was told that you cant runup on shore because it's paper thin ? Or is it pretty tough
Shouldn’t run any canoe up on shore.
What year is the canoe
If possible, could you show us how you set up the anchor on this canoe. Thanks.
Why are your battery connectors touching your crossbar
Nice I use a poly old town guide 147 for solo fishing, and family fun. Slam it into rocks, drag it down launches. 900lb carrying capacity. I use it for hunting on the Delaware river. 2 guys, a bear, 2 deer, turkey, whatever floated on down the Delaware. I pay the price on the 79lbs portage weight.
A friend just gave me a 14 ft Sportspal. The only problem is that it has no seats. If I were to order the bench seats, how would I install them? I tried to make seats for it but it threw off the balance.
nice video, I have a 14 foot Canadian made Sportspal bought in 2009, seats are not the same and is a bit lighter at 41 lbs
in your opinion is it more stable than a kayak?
you mentioned you had the 12' before buying the 14'. Why did you change? Is the 12' less stable?
+Brad never mind, just saw prev post
And thinks for your review brother!!!!
Alright it finally popt up! Thanks man!!
do you think its a good canoe for rapids ?!
Easily the best canoe I've owned.
great canoe ,i saw these years ago up north not sure they sell in the south. that 24# motor scoots it along good . Cool video
Finally found it thanks man!!!
Can we get these in Australia?
hi, is it possible to remove the thwart bar from behind the front seat?
I have one, Definitely not
Right. I never liked the battery set-up like that....I changed that a while back.
How durable is the foam
Is it still going strong?
Well you might get your own soon buddy 😂😂😂😂😂❤❤😄
Its a wonderfull boat. Jeg er glad i den
@weltercat
Congrats! I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy mine.
Love this looks really great
Great info
Is there a reason why you didn't go for the square stern S-13? Its only 8" shorter and has the square stern for the motor. I'm trying to decide now between the 13 and the 14.
wyatt1153 I'm trying to decide the same thing. Did you end up purchasing one and if so which one?
Hey that's Carl !
4 persons capacity is optimistic three average adults i would say.
most park lakes keep fish population down international as not to attract fishers. with all the bs liability lawsuits that have gone through they do many things to keep us from wanting to come and herd us if they do. they close many sections of parks to herd us in for closer monitoring
U.S.Slave OMG😂😂🤣 Stop drinking the Kool Aid!!!
Cannot find a single dealer in Scandinavia / Europe for the Myers Sportspal (US). We only have one dealer in Norway selling the Raddison Sportspal (Canada). I am going to purcase the square narrow stern 14 feet model www.westsystem.no/p/12372/sportspal-14-fot---rett-akterspeil-smal---groenn Have a Minn Kota 30Lb (C2) and an Evenrude 3,5 HP 4 stroke. Thanks for the Nice reviews.
I have smash mine into rock realy hard they can take it but they get big scratch !
they are paper thin , fine for you lake but don't do rocks
Zig zag cleat
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