Canadian yacht designer Steve Killing might be better known for his America's Cup sailing's designs, but he is also a dedicated paddler. Although the Freedom 17 is not his first canoe, it is one of his best, incorporating many of the lessons he has learned about hull shape from paddling, sailing and rowing.  Steve made extensive use of his computer design experience to smooth, analyze and draw the Freedom hull, although he is quick to point out that computers don't design boats any more than a paint brush creates a work of art - it is just a tool, albeit a fantastic one."

The Freedom 17 features an asymmetrical hull with a slim bow, a maximum beam aft of the middle and filled out stern sections to reduce resistance. The gently rockered beam lets the boat turn with ease. Because of the slight tumblehome this canoe is a wonderful solo boat, but most of the time it can be found heading off on canoe trips with two avid canoeists on board. A fast tripping canoe that's also easy to build.

Designed by Steve Killing
Length - 17'
Centre Depth - 13 1/2"
Beam - 33 1/2"
Floating at 400 lbs. waterline [Beam w/l 31 1/2" - Draft 4 1/4"]
Weight - Low 50's

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