Double Sit-on-Tops

Double sit-on-tops are self-bailing, unlike canoes. They are easier to upright after capsizing and are easier to get back on than a canoe. All sit-on-tops are equipped with thigh straps. They are less resistant to wind and are not as likely to turn over as a canoe. After capsizing one can just climb back on. Thigh straps are provided on Coosa Outdoor Center sit-on-tops and soft back straps are provided upon request.

A double (two person) SOT that accommodates not more than 350 pounds total. It is preferable that the heavier person sit in the back of the boat. By request, utilize soft seat backs can be attached. A soft cooler can be strapped on the rear of the sit-on-top.

A double (two person) SOT that accommodates not more than 500 pounds. Has adjustable seat backs. Up to a 24 pack soft cooler will fit in the rear compartment

Tarpon 130 Tandem

 

 

Canoes

Canoes are more difficult to right after capsizing than double sit-on-tops. One must get the canoe to the bank to get back in or have someone close by capable of assisting with a self-rescue and holding the boat stable while the canoeist climbs back in the boat.  Unlike self-bailing sit-on-tops, excess water must be dipped out of canoes after rapids when excessive water gets in the canoe and makes the it more difficult to control and more likely to capsize in another rapid.

Canoes are able to accommodate combined weights of approximately 600 pounds.

 

     Mad River Explorer 16 TT

            Mad River Legend

              Dagger Legend

    

       

 

Single Sit-on-Tops

All sit-on-tops in the Coosa Outdoor Center rental program are outfitted with thigh straps which keep the paddler in position when paddling through the rapids. Soft back straps are provided upon request.

Hula: The weight of the paddler is not to exceed 125 pounds for best performance in whitewater. It is a great boat for smaller adults and children who swim and have no fear of water.

 

Ripper:  The weight of paddler is not to exceed 165 pounds for best performance in whitewater. The ripper has a built-in back rest and is very comfortable. It is a lot of fun!

Torrent: The weight of the paddler is not to exceed 250 pounds for best performance in whitewater. The Torrent is the most stable yet is more difficult to paddle in a straight line. The Torrent is a boat with rocker on both ends which makes it turn more quickly.

 

Tarpon 100: The weight of the paddler is not to exceed 300 pounds for best performance in whitewater. It is a very stable boat and tracks well, but does not turn as easily as the Torrent.