Recently, I sold a set of Elan plans to a fellow in Brazil. It seems that he is working very hard to establish North American open canoeing in his home country, and is developing a special interest in Freestyle paddling.
You can see his work here: http://www.companhiadecanoagem.com.br/
Mark Molina went over to deliver a Freestyle course, and recommended the Elan as a suitable canoe for building. Thanks,Mark!
Mark and Becky Molina: http://www.canoeandkayak.cc/
Freestyle canoeing: http://www.freestylecanoeing.com/
Both canoes are 14' length with 30" beam. The Red Fox is a copy of an old Chestnut Fox, and is a great all-round solo canoe. The Elan is my own design, is a good general purpose canoe for a skilled paddler, and a great Freestyle canoe.
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Below are photos of canoes built to the Elan plans. Nice job, all.
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