A couple of other things to consider. Talking about a 12' canoe to be used on a lake (even a cove) is not going to be enjoyable. The main things to consider when looking for a canoe: Information so far, you will fish with the boat, you will want a boat with equal rocker and not alot of it, the less rocker the less likely to want to spin around on its own and being equal it will traverse between a solo boat and a tandem without any difference in handling performance. Big flat water will be easier with a keel strip but is not really needed if you are getting a boat with flatish rocker.
For an example my 17'-4" Tripper is easier to control and paddle solo than my 16' Camper which is easier than a Discovery. My 14' fiberglass with keel, more rocker and wide belly is an absolute bear to paddle solo and it weighs about 30lbs more than the other boats mentioned.
I can provide more infor on the canoes if you are interested just PM me.
I do not have much info on the kayaks.
Jmen
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