A real workhorse with a rounded V-design, the Wide One provides the most reliable canoe platform available and is great for fishing and recreation, fishermen can stand and cast with confidence, and it's safer for everyday use by families with children. The Wide One will carry loads of gear as well, but with a semi-keel and slight rocker, it still moves forward easily and is a treat to paddle - Highly maneuverable and responsive for both experienced and beginning canoeists.