Slipstream Watercraft — Local services in Town of Broadalbin

I ordered from here because they said they could make me a custom boat. This was a HUGE mistake! First, I sent swatches of a custom color and they said they could match it, no problem. They said my boat would be ready in 2 weeks. After 3 weeks, I called and they told me one more week. Another week came and went and I heard nothing. I called again and they apologized and said one more week. This went on for 4 months. Then they told me they didn’t quite get the color right. The color was not even close to what I had ordered! Well, I accepted the boat anyways because it was autumn by then and I wanted to try it out before winter. The boat was built wrong and the cheap, clip in kayak seat that they sent with it, didn’t fit right. The thwarts were in the wrong place, uneven, and one was missing! The seat slides around. I called and they told me to follow the directions they sent. Well, according to THEIR directions, the boat was built wrong! They said to wrap the clips around the thwart behind the seat and then clip it to itself. There is no thwart behind the seat! I am attaching pics of the directions and the boat for reference. They then told me all I had to do is face the other direction..So the foot pegs would be behind me?! They said I didn’t need to use...

Slipstream Watercraft changed my life. I'm not kidding. I used an 80-pound canoe on a weekend camping trip in 2020; and the portages nearly destroyed my interest in paddling. Then, in September 2021, I visited the wonderful folks at Slipstream; and I test paddled several different ultralight canoe models. Wow! They were so light and easy to maneuver. I ordered my custom-built canoe that day; and 4 weeks later I had my new best friend, Slipstream Sal, a beautiful, blue SportDuo 13 ultralight canoe. In one year, I've paddled over 40 different lakes, streams and rivers; and Sal has enabled some truly amazing paddling/camping trips with multiple portages. I'm in my 60's; and I feel 40 years younger! By myself, I can easily put Sal on or off the roof of my car, carry Sal up and down 1-mile rocky paths, and paddle Sal through gorgeous scenery nearly anywhere. And, because of the adjustable tandem seating, I have many times taken a partner padding with me in Sal to share in the joy. Stan, Cathy and everyone at Slipstream - thank you for your fantastic service and quality craftwork and for opening up a whole new world of...

I've had my Cherry red Sportduo for about 5 years now and have taken in on all sorts of adventures in the Adirondacks, Frontenac Arch, St. Lawrence River, and many other places. It is truly an amazing boat and has opened up my world to long carries. Although it looks fragile, it has taken its fair share of rocks, sticks, and roots and has always come out with nothing but a few scratches. My boat is set up to accommodate 1 or 2 people, and I can move the seat accordingly. As a single person boat this is perfect for multi day trips, and for a couple its great for an overnight or two as space can become limited in a smaller boat like that! I love being able to adjust my seating if I want friends or if I'm going solo.

I would highly recommend Slipstream to anyone looking for a stupid light, well made, and locally built canoe. The craftsmanship of this boat is undeniable, and it glides like a dream. I can't imagine floating down a river...