For that application... Posted by: Big_D on Jun-28-10 11:18 AM (EST)
I have one of these (Esquif Cargo): http://www.esquif.com/2008/canot_en.php?id=22 There are smaller versions available as well with the Heron and Mallard. I like it well and have been pleased with it under power. It is a complete dog to paddle, but I have added oars and found it to be far easier. I use a Mercury 2.5hp engine for going upstream, but have discovered that a spare prop and some spare shear pins are not optional, but necessary. It handles well under power once enough ballast is added to get a reasonable trim. - Big D