2 person fly fishing canoe

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kansasbuilder
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2 person fly fishing canoe

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I live in Kansas where fly fishing is for things otgher than trout. I am looking for a design that will accomodate two people on small lakes, ponds, strip pits, and occasionally a jaunt down a Missouri or Arkansas river.

I have the older version of CanoeCraft and am trying to decide between the Peterborough and the Chestnut Prospector.

Any advice, including newer designs, would be appreciated.
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Glen Smith
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The Bob's Special is touted as being a good choice for fly-fishermen mainly because of the lowered stems. It has very nice lines and good stability.
Bob's Special: http://www.bearmountainboats.com/15-0BobsSpecial.htm
kansasbuilder
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2 person fly fishing canoe

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Thanks for the imput. I will look into the Bob'sSpecial. I like the idea of a 16 footer, or close to it, as "management" wants to be sure that it is stable and will hold all that is needed.
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The Bob's Special is normally built as a 15 footer but if you purchase the plans, they include info for building it as a 16 footer.
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