The Ultimate Canoe Storage Guide

Most canoes will suffer from warping or damage from improper storage techniques, altering the canoe’s optimal hull shape. We recommend the following storage methods to maintain your canoe’s shape for generations to come.

STORE YOUR CANOE ON THE GUNWALES

Canoes should be stored "upside-down" on the gunwales. This prevents distortion or flattening of the hull from storing it on flat ground or on its side. 

KEEP IT OUT OF THE SUNLIGHT

All canoes and kayaks should be stored out of direct sunlight. Storing watercraft in direct sunlight can cause permanent damage such as "oil canning" and discoloration. 

PROPER CANOE STORAGE TECHNIQUE BY MODEL

To determine the proper support location on a canoe not listed below take 30% of the overall length and place the supports that distance from the bow and stern.