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> I don't think the Cape Charles is still sold as a kit, although the plans
> are still available. The Chesapeake line of boats is the successor to the
> Cape Charles. That said, I have a Cape Charles and it is the easiest
> paddling boat I have ever been in. It tracks well yet turns easily. It
> responds to boat lean very well. It is comfortable to sit in for a long
> time. It is relatively fast. The only flaw that I have found is that there
> is very little volume near the bow, so it tends to bury in waves.
I agree with everthing that Mike said about the Cape Charles. I have built both the Cape Charles and the Chesapeake. I feel that my Cape Charles paddles easier, but I feel much more stable in the Chesapeake and the larger volume bow is nice in the waves of Lake Huron.
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