Canoe Trim Calculator

Calculate optimal canoe trim (fore/aft weight balance) from paddler weights, gear placement, and capacity for best tracking and handling.

Bow paddler weight (lbs)

Stern paddler weight (lbs)

Total gear weight (lbs)

Gear placement (% toward stern)

Canoe capacity (lbs)

Tab to move between fields

Stern weight (%)

52.5

Bow weight (%)47.5

Weight difference (lbs)20

Trim quality score (0-100)100

Capacity used (%)50

Gear to move bow-ward (lbs)-10

Trim Biasstern

How to Use This Calculator

Enter the bow paddler's weight in lbs; use 0 for the stern field if paddling solo.
Enter the stern paddler's weight in lbs.
Input the total gear weight in lbs for all packs, coolers, and equipment.
Set the gear placement slider — 0% means all gear is at the bow; 50% is centered; 100% is at the stern.
Enter your canoe's rated weight capacity in lbs from the manufacturer's specs.
Read Trim Quality Score and the Gear to Move value to know exactly how many lbs to shift for ideal 55% stern trim.

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