About the Boats... The very unusual Nauticraft Escapades

In the spirit of going green for my treks, I limited propulsion options to human, wind, solar, fuel cell or kinetic power.   Gas motors were not considered, but that still leaves plenty of options.

When originally planning this trek, I was planning on taking my sea kayak.  Sea kayaks are swift and efficient in the water, and can carry a fair amount of gear.  Both Joe and I are avid kayakers, but this is a  moderately long trip; between 350 and 400 miles depending on where we stop (or collapse).  I have done 30 miles in a day on a kayak, but doing  it once and doing it day after day is another thing.  Legs are much more powerful than arms, so I looked for an efficient boat that uses the legs.

After much research, I chose the sleek and seaworthy Nauticraft Escapades.  Ok, the flat water of the canal doesn't pose much of a challenge in the seaworthy department, granted.   The upcoming treks do however, this trek is only the first.  These boats are very unique, let me show you what makes them so nice.

• Sleek hull design, by Xyz, noted yacht designer
• Outboard Prop
• Pedal Drive
• Comfortable seating
• Weighted keel
• Steering System
• Removable Windshield
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