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does you boat have any keel?
If on any open water, you want some keel to keep you against wind and current

foot control for canoe

i have used a an old minnkota for years on a canoe. last week i seen a side mount clamp on with foot control in bass pro. it sure looks like the ticket. has anyone tried it?

40lb thrust marine version MinnKota. Can hit 4mph plus at full power, but feels smoother and quieter at 3mph.

Our little Old Town canoe is just 13' 3", but a longer canoe would prob'ly push just as fast.

Always bring an extra battery (see pic)for peace of mind.

...and yepper, here in Texas too ya gotta have licence, registration, and all the bells and whistles. Hence....



Note battery powered running lights, gotta have a horn and life vests on board too.

Birdwatcher

Yup, add a motor and all the boating regulations kick in. I haven't put lights on mine because I haven't it run at night.

Adding a sail kit does the same thing as a sailboat has to be registered, too.

A side motor mount can be made with a board or something across the back of the seat for a backrest. Do it right and it becomes very comfortable for a day of fishing.