Sounds like the Wenonah's might fit my style better. It will also respond to a well executed C stroke when I want to stay on one side for a while. Lets walk through them. Wenonah assured me that it will still float. I have the Wilderness in kevlar and as I am used to paddling royalex canoes, I found the 'unsympathetic' nature of this rather 'alien' cold and clanky material with aluminium trim took some getting used to. Dont be afraid to walk around with it for a while. I love my Wenonah. I do like a clean finish and that requires a little more care on my part. I was real happy with the speed I was able to maintain. Don't get me wrong, the Wilderness glides, but on a 4-5 hour day trip it feels like a bit more work than perhaps it should. The staff there will be more then happy to give you some tips that really work. Talking to ALOT of good folks and reps at the annual Canoecopia in Madison got me headed toward a Wenonah. (probably added 4 ounces and $10. These scratches are superficial and harmless, although they are unsightly. As I paddled into a 30 mile an hour wind on Lake Sakakawea with the waves building to over 3 feet, I realized just how well my Wenonah Prism (kevlar) was handling. Now that all the remodeling is done, the boat is a pleasure to paddle. Wilderness 15' 4" Solo Tripper Model + Weight Tuf. I may get an Advantage someday simply because of the wind issue, but I just hate to give up that wonderful stability. Talk about a smooth operator! Im sure its an outstanding boat for larger paddlers. Due to its light weight I was very careful to tie in to a tree every night, something I never felt necessary with my Grumman canoe! I usually put my gear behind me in the boat to help trim it a little "bow light". The other layups would be better I'm sure. I've fished in the prism empty and it feels just fine. Wenonah Canoe Canak 16' Canak (Retired) With a hull shape similar to that of our most popular solo canoe the Prism, the Wenonah Canak is great for solo lake camping when the capacity and portability of a canoe is needed, and the touring ability of a kayak is desired. The materials and attention to every minuscule detail with Swift is, in my humble opinion, simply better. Contact Our Canoe Specialists Today: Email Us (800) 223-6565 Buy Online Tracking-both track well and turn OK. A slight edge here to MN II. I took no water over the bow. Their racing heritage and decades of canoe-building have given Wenonah designers the experience and time to make adjustments and modifications that result in a better boat. Aramid is one of the most commonly used ultralight composites. Its well rounded stability and moderate rocker make it a great down-river boat while inspiring confidence whether on a loaded tour or evening paddle. Great boat. Again, I'm only 160 pounds, so your body weight may be more of a factor when adding gear. Bought a kevlar/flex prism a couple of years ago. On the other hand I wanted a canoe without rocker and Bell doesn't make one. What You Need For A Boundary Waters (BWCAW) Trip, Boundary Waters (BWCAW) Trip Planning Guide, inReach SE Satellite Texting GPS Garmin/DeLorme, Trip planning seeing the waterfalls by car, canoe and hiking, Fishing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Canoe Routes Rockwood Lodge and Outfitters, Northern Lights Aurora Borealis at Rockwood. With a small-to-moderate degree of rocker, these canoes turn readily enough and track reasonably well. Wenonah's Tuf-weave material is an interwoven fabric made of 50% polyester and 50% fiberglass that out performs either material alone. the wilderness is A LOT less of a sail than the prism is. Now though I really love this boat for the weight - it is so easy to carry and even though I am a retired woman of 61, I have no trouble getting it up on top of my high top camper van on my own. If you are buying, try them both out before deciding. At 16' 6" long with a straight keel line and a very good surface-to . Q-Star Sea Otter Kayak. All of the reviews are created and written by paddlers like you, so be sure to submit your own review and be part of the community! The boat arrived in a timely fashion but with several dings in the finish and some black spots which I believe to be overspray from painting the gunwales. I did slow down going into the waves just so that I wouldn't spear them, with unpleasant results. This article will help you find a high-quality Wenonah canoe that matches your needs. In our Ultra-light construction a structural-foam core and ribs are laminated into the hull and sides. Like plastic canoes, Wenonah sells composite repair kits for any touch-ups needed. Ultra-light hulls are stiff and incredibly light. If you're looking for a smooth ride this is it. They are ideal for speed and distance paddling and for all people or conditions that demand the lightest gear. In our Ultra-light construction a structural-foam core and ribs are laminated into the hull and sides. 02/18/2014 12:45PM (Thread Older Than 3 Years). Predictable stability is my favorite feature of the Prism. Fishing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness; Canoe Routes - Rockwood Lodge and Outfitters; Camping Tips; Gallery; Gallery - Guest photos; Chik Wauk Museum; Grand Marais; North House Folk School; Art Colony; It carries weight very well. Trimming is easy and seems best with a little more weight top the rear. Copyright 2023 VerticalScope Inc. All rights reserved. The following Wenonah canoes have received the highest star ratings by reviewers in our Paddling Buyers Guide. The NW solo IMO is a little more "tippier" as compared to the wilderness but that "feeling" goes away in just a couple of mins. I've had mine for 5 years, I beat the hell out of it and it only has one small piece of duct tape on it. Thanks, that is the type of input I am looking for. Many outfitters in Northern Minnesota use Wenonah canoes in their rental fleet. If it has been kept inside and upside down on a rack, theres less chance of damage. Aluminum plates are strategically laminated into the hull. Follow the "Live Social Media" Feed from This is my go to canoe for paddling solo, and I use it at least twice per week. I switch to a straight shaft when I am fishing (trolling) and paddle with a C-stroke then. First, let me thank all you experienced reviewers and paddlers in the past reviews. It just does not have the volume to bring gear for a weeklong trip. ESCAPE PERFORMANCE 17`6 . I recently purchased a second canoe (one that would be more nimble and maneuverable in rivers), and looked hard at all of the Wenonah solo canoes, but ended up buying a Swift Keewaydin 14. You can start looking for a used canoe right now from your computer or smartphone. It is all We-no-nah states in their catalog. Until 2014, Royalex ABS material dominated the market as an inexpensive, indestructible material for canoes. Because of their shallow sides, these canoes are best used for day outings if they arent being raced. This baby moves. They can range from $2,000 to over $4,000. That included a 70 pound Chesapeake. In between, Wenonah has a range of tripping models using durable T-Formex or lighter composites for one, two or more paddlers. A recent solo trip demonstrated the boat's speed, which surprisingly was almost as fast fully loaded. Wenonahs Flexcore canoes weave a core into the laminate, adding durability to the performance of a composite. I use a bending branches 240 cm wood paddle which is very light weight and has that small amount of give that is so nice about wood plus it's warmer in the winter to hold onto than aluminum or composite would be. Not into is and not with it,sideways. In the canoe market, Wenonah canoes are comparable to other composite canoes. Blending efficiency . Flex 43 lbs Kev Flex 41 lbs Kev UL 32 lbs Graphite UL 31 lbs A solo canoe that defines a new standard for mid-length extended solo tripping canoes. If youre ready to start shopping, use the links below to view our Paddling Buyers Guide. It weighs in at 44 pounds, and my only regret is that I didn't save a little longer as a 20-year-old and buy it with an ultralight hull to keep the weight down on the portages. If you've never paddled a solo canoe, it's a bit like staying balanced on a bicycle only easier. I have had the ultralight kevlar prism with the bright red gel coat and black rails for a year now, I got it December 24th last year, it's been a wonderful toy! SPIRIT II TOURING 17` Compare. This boat is FAST! It just takes to much effort to bring back on course paddling Bill Mason style. Also, I usually have only gear fro the day and the boat is lightly loaded. ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) plastic layers encase both sides of the foam to protect it and add stiffness to the shape. Understanding the different types of canoes Wenonah builds can help you to find one that matches the type of paddling you plan to do. Wenonah canoes have maintained a presence in the Midwest for more than 50 years. But if you want a stable, predictable boat you can "cover ground" in and carry a week's or more worth of gear, laughing at the waves, give 'er a try. In summary, this is an excellent touring and tripping solo canoe for flatwater use which I would definitely recommend to anyone. Turning is the compromise, but once you get used to leaning the boat, that imprves dramatically. Become a member of the bwca.com community to subscribe to thread and get email updates when new posts are added. The Prism may be better for you if you want it for wildlife viewing and tootling around, carrying gear, etc., but if you want a fast and fun boat the Advantage is much better in my opinion. I have been a little disappointed in the performance of the kevlar/gel coat however as I have found it has scratched extremely easily right through to the kevlar as the coating is very thin (to keep the weight down presumably). You can also fit several boat cushions between your back and the rear thwart and it's almost like a lazyboy chair then. I've never thought twice about loading up a week's worth of gear. Consider renting during the season and following up in the autumn to pick up a used canoe thats new to you. I sit and switch and I also paddle in classic style. The Prism is our most popular composite solo canoe. The aesthetic appeal of a black Graphite canoe is also undeniable. Yup, the Prism is sleek, fast, a great tripping boat, and pretty to look at. I can now brace and heel the boat over to the point of wetting a gunwale if I so desire, which I could not safely or confidently do at the stock width. Blending efficiency, stability, capacity, and finesse, it's ideal for cruising with a light load, but also has the volume needed for medium-length trips. I use my Kevlar/tuf-weave model (44 lbs.) Along the way, youll find links to curated lists, specific models and pertinent information. Ultra-light hulls are stiff and incredibly light. It could be a little lighter (mine seems to weigh a touch more than advertised, though my scale may not be entirely accurate), but I ended up paying $700 for a brand new canoe. These could be aramid, fiberglass, polyester or a combination of materials. First off some background. Any canoe will seem tippy to a novice, but anyone even remotely familiar with performance canoes will appreciate the stability of the Prism. Well give an overview of these materials and their strengths andweaknesses. If youre considering buying a used Wenonah, youll want to know where to look, what to look for, and of course, to try it out if you can. Wenonah craftsmanship is top notch. Paddling for 8 or more hours a day still found me feeling ready to go every morning. And if rock solid stability is something you absolutely need, the Rendezvous might be your boat. I have been paddling off and on for 40 years but a lot of it was with aluminum boats. I bought a prism (Foam core Kevlar) after canoeing for years and looking for a solo for about a year. I will never sell it unless it's to replace it with another Prism with an ultralight Kevlar or carbon/graphite hull. The secondary stability is quite good. Im not a Wenonah fanboy. I have added the Wenonah seat back and cushion which helped a great deal. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. SKU: 2372. It also requires alot of leaning to make it turn upstream around hairpin turns. It is comfortable to paddle, fast enough, turns nicely when heeled, has plenty of capacity, and is a stable platform for all my activities on the water. My max speed was over 6 mph. A 17-foot Spirit II canoe made with T-Formex weighs 78 pounds. My one complaint has been a lack of stability. It's only when you compare it to a 14' hull with rocker that you realize what you're giving up in maneuverability, but of course a 14' hull with rocker will generally not track as straight. I decided to look for a boat that was light weight, strong and had good carrying capacity. Weighing the canoe on an accurate (balance beam) scale it weighs 35 pounds. and found the boat to be extremely steady and seaworthy. Its pretty stiff, so its more responsive than T-Formex. The larger the solo the more I assume that you will be in the weight range it was designed for with the dog, gear and ballast. I recently acquired a Wenonah Prism in ultra-light Kevlar. I have the wilderness 15'4" from we-no-nah in royalex. Lovely boat, fairly fast, good stability, performs well loaded. Along with it's inherent stabillity it has the ability handle waves without any problem, in fact waves are fun in this boat, you don't feel like you are about to go over at any time and in big power boat wakes that is very re-assuring. Named in remembrance of Dick Proenneke, a legendary wilderness man who spent 30 years of his retired life living alone in the wilds of Twin Lakes, Alaska, the Wilderness is a solo canoe that can take you far away from it all. Compare. But is best on the lake. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is practically in Wenonahs backyard. The solo canoe Wenonah Prism in ultralight Kevlar weighs just 34-lb. If you use a J-stroke, it's so easy to paddle for a mile and not have to switch sides with the paddle. However, no rocker gives it a turn radius like an aircraft carrier, so I don't use it on rivers. Incidentally, the Prism handled like a barge fully loaded until I rearranged the gear to improve the trim, after which it was fine; the sliding seat definitely helps the trim, especially when lightly-loaded. Read the Wenonah Canoe Buying Advice below for an overview of their canoe materials. On the other hand I bought it for the BWCAW not as a white water boat. If you want to turn on a dime or do whitewater forget the Prism. Or a Wilderness. Hope TuffStuff will prove as good when I replace my favourite solo! Wenonah now purchases the material from Esquif. The canoe was very heavy loaded but no problem with it. These canoes use better materials and incorporate more workmanship and expertise than canoes found on the shelves of big-box stores. So I bought another one last season, in kevler/ultralite/wood. These canoes are much lighter than polyethylene or aluminum canoes and can be built in nearly limitless designs. Wenonah Canoe :: Portaging Accessories / Portaging Ash Yoke Attractive and durable. > I have been paddling a Wenonah Oddysey on wilderness trips for about 15 years > now and want to go to a solo canoe. The standard carrying yokes are made of ash, and they can be upgraded to stronger multi-piece laminate with padding or even lighter carbon. There are differences in the design of these canoes that affect their performance on the water. This is my third year for my Royalex Wilderness, and generally, I like it real well. Proving a very good choice, it fulfilled all my expectations for a touring boat. Doing a 180 in steady wind just takes a little more effort, but that's by fundamental design, so absolutely no complaints from me. They are versatile in length, ranging from just under 15 feet to more than 19 feet. During my training sessions on Emigrant Lake nearby my home, on the Klamath River with somewhat faster water then I thought a novice should be paddling and on the Willamette River I found that the Prism quickly inspired confidence. at a comfy paddling pace with a kayak paddle. But in the flatwater swamps and large shallow lakes and medium rivers I paddle it's great. Things were a bit ticklish when the waves were directly on the beam, but quartering or heading directly into them was fine. Youll be joining a long line of canoeists whove paddled the worlds waters in these signature boats. This is the idea solo canoe if you get it in Kevlar. This canoe is very easy to paddle fully loaded for a week long trip or just a couple of hours at Town Lake, Austin, Texas. Just picking it up is a pure pleasure, the weight factor alone of an UL is going to give me a lot more years paddling as I do a lot of solo. Wenonah breaks down their canoe models by the activities theyre used for: General Touring, Performance Touring, Sports & Leisure, Downriver, Expedition, and Racing. WNY south of Buffalo (closer to Turtle than he rea, Northstar Firebird and Savage River Illusion, Solo Canoe for Ohio and Mississippi River. It's OK to paddle, but I prefer to use oars (available from Spring Creek Outfitters in Mountain Iron, Mich.). I test paddled a Wenonah Advantage and a > Wenonah Prism today. The Tuf-weave layup results in our most durable composite canoes. They prioritize weight, with reinforcement in only the necessary places. Simply because while it is a good tracking solo for tripping it is also usable on the rocky streams here in Arkansas. It has the ability to be paddled with a kayak paddle or a traditional canoe paddle. I did not have a problem, but then again, she is fast enough that I get where I am going before the afternoon winds. I've been paddling the Prism for about four years now. I purchased a Royalex Wenonah Wilderness in June of 2010 as my first dedicated solo. I am in my late 60's and the kneeling thing doesn't work for me any more except for brief periods. Carried a weeks worth of supplies no problemo. Its also the most affordable composite material available from them. I bought one of the first Prism's about 1993. The Prism handles well in rough water and high winds while tracking straight and turning easily. I usually have only gear fro the day and the boat is lightly loaded. Composite canoes can wear out faster than plastic ones. No matter the type of canoe youre considering, theres a chance Wenonah has one to match your needs. Aramid, the fiber used for aerospace, body armor and bulletproof vests, is amazingly light and strong. When I have gotten into rough water, (current one way, wind the opposite way) I had to drop to my knees to relieve a little of the "pucker factor" but still felt uncomfortable. I like the tractor seat, and the only mods I've made is to improve the slide system with a rope, bungee, and a cam cleat. The yoke is very lightweight (2.5 pounds), very cleverly designed, and works exactly as advertised. This cuts down on the number of places where I feel I want to use my otherwise fun little canoe. We have an old tandem Wenonah ultralight Kevlar canoe which we use frequently, the ultralight Kevlar has lasted us two decades by taking care around rocks and gravel bars and storing it in the garage after use. Presumably his dads starting point design for the paddler carried on. It makes up for this minor fault by tracking straight and is very fast. I purchased the 16'6" Wenonah Prism in the flex-core Kevlar layup with optional footrest in March of 2007. I replaced a 1987 Wenonah Jensen C1 with a Wenonah Wilderness. I have been paddling canoes just over 50 years, and currently own four canoes made by four different manufacturers The Prism is my only solo canoe out of the four, I own a Kevlar ultra lite layup. I have little chance to try before I buy. Only sissies paddle kayaks. One great thing about Prospector canoes is that they all have symmetrical hulls. Composite material is an all-encompassing term describing canoes made with woven fabrics and resins. . Its working. It is holding up well to the numerous dings and scratches it has earned so far. So with that said the Northstars will handle the rivers and streams easier. Glide-Wenonah glides farther and smoother with each stroke-SR slows if not being paddled. Used bare, this is a fine yoke for infrequent, short portages. I love my Kevlar Prism. Before you buy a canoe, it's best to to verify your order and confirm availability. Also included in this category is the Backwater square-stern canoe. These canoes have wide, flat hulls, making them ideal for paddling in flat waters with families, dogs or nervous paddlers. In retrospect, I probably would have gotten a 260cm Werner (Camano), but the 240 works well using a more horizontal stroke. $5 and under ; $500 and over ; Selected Items . duckhunter January 30, 2013, 9:59pm #1. I test paddled two Wenonahs last year, a Prism and an Encounter, and bought the Encounter in Kevlar flex-core. They are ideal for speed and distance paddling and for all people or conditions that demand the lightest gear. I use it both in flat water in a bayou for exercise and in small to medium rivers. Find the pertinent dimensions of all Wenonah canoes in our Paddling Buyers Guide. The boat takes waves nicely at an angle or head-on. The T-Formex canoes are as durable as three-layer polyethylene but much stiffer, resulting in better performance. That's what the 18' Sundowner is for. The yoke makes the boat extremely easy to carry, but NOTE: you must specify whether you have a floor-mounted seat or a hung seat, as the design of the yoke differs for each, and one will not work on the other! Once youve decided on a model, consider different material options. Having no rocker is a boon to me on the flat-water but if you are looking for a decent "all around" boat, this isn't it. It needs treating with UV coating otherwise the colour darkens over time, although I like the more mellow colour. The metal seat bracket arrangement is why I would only give the boat an 8 rating and Wenonah would do well to go back to a conventional wood drop system that a true canoer can easily adapt to personal preference. For people who want both the freedom of a solo canoe and the companionability of a tandem, We-No-Nah designed the Solo Plus. 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