After our last trip down the Hudson River it was agreed that not only was the Wenonah Cascade Royalex canoe heavy, but it was made worse by a plain ash yoke that offered no relief when portaging.  Today I installed deluxe yoke pads purchased from Bourquin.  A short walk around the yard felt improved, but a serious portage is needed to test them out.  They will probably stretch or change the placement of the canoe cover as well.