There are various types of canoeing and you should base your purchase on the type you will be doing. Will it be used for racing, white water rapids or for fishing? White water canoes should be strong and maneuverable, while flat water racing canoes should be narrow and light. Fishing and family canoes should be large enough to hold people, gear and hopefully your fish. Canoes are made of various materials including inflatable, wood, aluminum, fiberglass and other composites materials. Wood canoes are the most expensive to build and Kevlar is light and strong, but hard to repair. You also need the right length canoe and while shorter ones are easier to maneuver, longer canoes track faster. Take into account how you will be transporting your canoe before buying it and make sure it fulfills all of your needs. Canoes come in various colors.
