Esquif Mallard Vs Esquif Heron

Advice
#1

What can the Heron do that the Mallard can not?

Any and all opinions welcome.

Thanks Yakboy

#2

Esquif states that the Mallard is for
small waters. It’s only 12 feet long. It is lighter by a good bit.



The Heron is a full size tandem, wide at 38 inches.



Neither is a solo craft for paddling. Oars or a motor would be needed. And they’re too wide for solo, too.



I gather you’re after a square stern canoe for use with a motor, wide and stable for “sporting” use. Just be aware that these “canoes” aren’t for traditional canoe paddling methods.

#3

Mallard
I have an Esquif Mallard 12foot 36” wide that I use for fishing and camping. I use a 45 # Min Kota traxxis trolling motor and a 9 foot double paddle when in very shallow waters. The Mallard has 2” of rocker on both ends and I have been in 3 foot waves on a very shallow lake with 25 to 30 mph head wind, the rocker allows the canoe to ride up and over the waves and I have never been wet except for spray. I choose the Mallard for its low weight and at 12 foot I can haul it in the back my Toyota pick-up. Hope this helps.

#4

Mallard
Thanks for your in put .

Iam planning on doing pretty much the same as you’



Thanks Yakboy