Canoes in the four to six metre length range are ideal, with a one metre beam necessary for stability. Most canoes are made of fibreglass, which is robust and long lasting. Impact resistant plastic canoes are also very good. Power is usually supplied by paddles, with either single or double blades available. The double blades are best for long stints but have the annoying habit of running water down the shaft onto the paddler.
Single blades put more stress on the back and upper arms, but produce a little more power.
The choice is a personal one. Outboards of various kinds are increasingly popular with canoe fishing anglers. Small petrol powered outboards are also handy. Choose the smallest twin cylinder motors available, as most single cylinder outboards run too roughly and too noisily for pleasant canoe use. Outfitting Canoes often evoke thoughts of the primitive, rugged life, but the craft need not be Spartan.