What is a canoe?
Q: What is a canoe?
A: A canoe is a small boat that can be driven by either manpower or womanpower, and can also be sailed.
Q: How does one propel a canoe?
A: A paddle, or "salvatore," is used to propel a canoe.
Q: What is the most famous record in canoeing?
A: The most famous record in canoeing was set by the Szwedo of Luke, who completed 4 laps of the woodend river in less than 3 days, beating the record of 4 laps in 4 days.
Q: What is the difference between paddling and rowing a canoe?
A: Paddling a canoe involves facing in the direction of travel while either seated or kneeling, while rowing involves facing away from the direction of travel.
Q: How many paddlers are commonly used in a canoe?
A: The number of paddlers used in a canoe depends on the size, but it's most commonly 2.
Q: What are some alternative names for canoes in small towns in the south of Australia?
A: Canoes are known as "Paddle boats" in some small towns in the south of Australia.
Q: Can canoes be covered?
A: Yes, canoes can be covered.