Craig

Just curious, was it Kevlar? I agree, these are amazing responses. Thank you everyone. In summary, I understand putting a outboard on a canoe is okay as long as it's built for it. My old kevlar likely is not. However a light electric motor would be a good option and somehow put the battery near the front to offset my weight in the back. With a 30 or 36 lb thrust motor can I troll around all day? (battery life) Lake trout is right around the corner up here! Thanks again everyone!

Its seems to be okay to put an outboard on a 38lb sportspal, I just figured it would be okay for the kevlar. I guess it's in the construction?

Sent you a PM about the ATV. Thanks

Do you attach it right to the side or on a motor mount? I guess the battery could go up front to help offset the weight (me).

Okay, if most people are saying no, does the same apply for the electric motor?

Just wondering if I should fork out the $1000 for a motor. The other responses got me nervous. Work at Essar?

Anyone have good results with this set up? Getting nervous...

This is exactly why I'm asking!!! I'm no small guy at 6'3 245 so tippyness is important to me... Thanks! Keep your thoughts coming. I

Just wondering. I have a 16ft older kevlar canoe. Weighs about 40lbs or less. I wanted to hit a couple of back lakes but don't feel like paddling against the wind anymore. I was looking at the Suzuki 2.5hp at 30lbs or the merc 2.5hp at 38 lbs. Are there any issues I need to be aware of putting a small outboard on this type of canoe? I thought about electric but carrying that battery around turned me off. I should clarify. It's not a square back. I'll need a side mount bracket. Anything I should know. Thanks everyone.

Being from the Soo, just for fun I thought I'd let you guys know that a "Yooper" is a nickname for someone from the Upper Pennisula Michigan. FYI. Another useless fact you can amaze your friends with!

It's kinda like the Da Vinci Code. There is a secret society of Santas, many of them scattered around the world doing the work.... Maybe even in every city.....

I've heard the same thing. Nice to see all the people from the Soo here!!

That's not bad at all. I have a little generator back at camp that I'd be able to recharge it with. Is it heavy?

That's exactly what I wanted to know. Terry, thank you very much.

Saw this in the CTC flyer today. It's says it's good for trolling motors. Is this a lighter option for my trolling motor/canoe set up than having to lug the heavy battery around? Would it last a day? Thanks