Not really a "Trip Report" but wanted my fellow "Rovers" to see New Mexico and pass into Colorado for a few miles in late summer. Just returned for a week there with friends. Great trip to get out of the Texas heat :)
Make sure ALL gear is in WP bags and secured to canoe. Jet boil and dehydrated food works great even instant coffee. Plan for rain if it does in your area and bring a sponge or way to keep water from building. SPOT X or Inreach would be smart. I lost my hat last trip overnight and was pissed so...
May I suggest a local Canoe livery shop? They sell their used boats at decent prices. Yes they get used a lot but are also maintained quite well. Buy from them and then when satisfied with what you want or need buy new. If you decide a canoe is not what you needed you are not out the big...
Welcome... where you hang when in Texas? I'm an Old Fart too and get out and about a lot. Love to meet on the trails :) We are located in Eddy, just south of Waco.
ArmyRN I actually like the setup! I ride 2 different vehicles and looking for a setup I can carry in either... as a backup. I use CO2 but on one longer trip I ran out and had to find a refill. Had buds with me if I had need air but looking for compact backup. Can I get specs?