mastertangler wrote on Dec 13^th, 2010 at 8:06pm:

Compass has directions to install on keel line. Probably mean a larger vessel although this is advertised as a kayak compass. I can't imagine a foot or two off keel line would have any impact and feel silly for even posting the question.

Do you plan on the compass to be more or less permanently mounted to your canoe?  If so, why not just silicone it to the floor of your canoe on the center line a few feet in front of you?  Just a thought!

dd