I really love this canoe because of the: 1) material durability, 2) quality of construction, and 3) portability. I move the canoe alone, so I purchased the EZ Cart (small) so I can wheel it to and from the water. The TC16 is too heavy and awkward for one person to easily handle. I also paddle solo most of the time, so I recommend buying a double-bladed kayak paddle---more efficient and you transfer less water into the canoe. My only criticism is the hardware provided to secure the web seats. The split rings are difficult/frustrating to use since you are working under the seats. The first time I set up the canoe, I threw the split rings away and didn't pin the seats. I replaced them with small hitch pin clips (see attached photos) that are only 1-3/8" long. The clips are easy to install/remove. They are short, so there is no possibility of contacting or puncturing the walls. Seaeagle should substitute hitch pin clips--customers deserve upgraded hardware on this $2,000+ canoe.