For a contemporary solo touring canoe, the Magic sure has a lot of sex appeal. The Magic is more than show. Bell sent us a Black Gold version, which is a carbon Kevlar hybrid. The smooth exterior shows no faults, and inside the hull, the lay-up is smooth throughout, but not slick. In any paddling style, the narrow width encourages efficient paddle strokes.
Specifications indicate an inch of rocker.
Like magic, this hull manages to accommodate paddlers of all sizes. Small paddlers noted that it fits better than other canoes in the test. Yet at six feet, one inch and 225 pounds, I found plenty of comfortable space. The seat is tilted forward, and the front crosspiece is slightly angled. The seat has average comfort.