Where I paddle (Hudson, Mohawk rivers, Northeast lakes, etc) I often have to
launch from concrete boat ramps or rocky shores, so for me plastic is a better
choice. My Pungo is mightily scarred, but I don't really worry about it the way
I would if I had an expensive glass boat.

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