13-Foot Double-End Canoe
The 13-foot double-end canoe is also known as a double-ender canoe because both ends feature the classic pointy shape typically associated with canoes. This Grumman canoe retails for a little over $1,000 based on 2010 prices from the manufacturer. The boat weighs just 50 lbs., making it lightweight enough for a single person to carry. Those who order direct from the company have the option of paying extra to paint the exterior olive drab, red, blue or green. The boat accommodates two people, plus equipment. The double-ender also comes in 15-, 17- and 18-foot models.
16-Foot Square Stern Canoe
As of 2010, the 16-foot square stern canoe retails for nearly $1,300. The name of the canoe refers to the fact that the stern of the boat has a square shape, rather than a pointed end. The canoe weighs 62 lbs. and carries up to 555 lbs. There's more than enough space inside for up to five people and equipment. The canoe comes in aluminum, olive green, red, blue or green, though you'll pay extra for one of the colors. The square stern canoe also comes in 17- and 19-foot models.
Solo Double-End Canoe
The solo double-end canoe from Grumman retails for a little over $1,000 as of 2010. The canoe features the pointed edges on both ends and was meant for carrying only one person. The boat itself weighs just 44 lbs, which most canoe enthusiasts are capable of carrying, but the boat can carry up to 585 lbs. combined of the person and his equipment. For an additional fee, shoppers can order the boat in a different color.
15-Foot Sportboat
The 15-foot sportboat is a square stern model. The boat was designed for a variety of sports, including fishing, rather than just for canoeing like some of the other boats. The boat weighs more than the other canoes---122 lbs.---and retails for over $2,400 based on 2010 pricing. The canoe holds up to seven people, depending on their combined weight but carries a maximum of 450 lbs.
