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A traditional tripping canoe

A slim sweet hull for experienced paddlers.

The Chestnut Canoe Company built this "workhorse of the North" to meet the specific needs of the prospector - good maneuverability through whitewater and wilderness, with capacity to carry substantial loads. The 16' Prospector features a flattened, shallow arch hull with its fullness carried into the bow and stern, good depth amidships to maintain freeboard and deepened ends to keep paddlers and gear dry. The rockered keel-line makes it very maneuverable in whitewater. This was the favoured canoe of the late Bill Mason, Canada's premier paddler..."it is amazing that such a large-volume tripping canoe can also be so beautiful to paddle solo in the leaned position - canoe ballet, as I call it. It is the ideal all-round canoe."

The Champlain High-ender, built by the Peterborough Canoe Company, was one of their most popular designs. Originally built in cedar/canvas, it appeared in their final catalogue of 1961. The Champlain Lowender, with less height in the ends, was built on the same mold. A good traditional style general purpose recreational canoe. Features a moderate displacement, soft bilge and moderate rocker - paddles well in the 'heeled over' position. Ideal for recreational paddling (solo or tandem) and light tripping.

A 'Peterborough' canoe often referred to any open canoe, but this design comes from the company that made the town's name famous around the world. A direct descendant of the first "planked dugout" created by John Stephenson 140 years ago, it is thought to be the 'Canadien' model built in the original cedar strip technique. Its narrow beam and shallow arch hull make it ideal for general-purpose paddling and light tripping. Keeled, with a slightly rockered keel-line, it is responsive and easy to paddle. This favourite of the lake district has justifiably been dubbed 'the cottager's canoe'.

The lines for this canoe were taken from an original 'Huron' built in cedar/canvas by the Peterborough Canoe Company. It was a second grade model in a series of Cruiser canoes that measured from 16'x33" to 18'x37". "They have good carrying capacity while retaining a light draft, and are an easy paddling craft that can be handled well in rough or swift waters. The gunwale line is straighter in these models and is lowered at bow and stem, thus offering less wind resistance." The rounded bottom shape may reduce carrying capacity but the paddler may expect a quick and responsive craft." ...from the 1929 Peterborough Canoe Co. catalogue.

The Canadian Canoe Company just north of Toronto spearheaded this project in 1997. They love traditional boats but wanted a midsize hull that had a little more capacity than the 15 footers.

Modern efficient pleasure canoe

The Sport Fisher sit-on-top kayak from Lifetime Products is the ultimate fishing kayak! Up to 3 people can ride high and dry in balanced seating. Tunnel hull design provides ultimate stability making it possible to stand up and fish or sit side-saddle without tipping over. Durable, lightweight polyethylene plastic construction makes it easy to transport, easy to use, and easy to store.

The 10 ft sit-on-top tandem kayak from Lifetime Products fits up to 3 riders and comes with lots of convenient built-in features that allow you to use this kayak for fishing, surfing, or sailing. Lightweight durable plastic construction for easy maintenance, transportation, and storage.

This 10 ft sit-on-top Manta Tandem kayak from Lifetime provides comfortable, stable seating for up to 3 riders. Lots of convenient built-in features allow you to use this kayak for fishing, surfing, or sailing. Constructed from durable polyethylene plastic for easy transportation and storage, but still lightweight at under 60 lbs.

Get the most out of kayaking with this innovative 8 ft sit-on-top kayak from Lifetime Products. Lots of awesome built-in features allow you to use this kayak for fishing, surfing, or sailing. Tunnel hull design provides ultimate stability so it's perfect for introducing beginners into a variety of water sports.

Introduce your kids to the wonderful world of water sports with the 6 ft Jr. Wave Kayak. This little kayak is designed for superior stability on the water--practically impossible to tip over! Smooth one piece blow-molded plastic construction has no protruding hardware and innovative built-in features like footrests and a paddle cradle for easy functionality.

The 6 ft Wave Kayak from Lifetime Products is designed especially for kids. The flat-bottomed hull provides excellent stability on the water and makes it practically impossible to tip over! Smooth one piece blow-molded plastic construction is durable, lightweight, and has no protruding hardware. Built-in features like multiple footrests and a paddle cradle add to the functionality of this awesome little kayak for kids.

The Traverse is a great entry level stand up paddle board with the versatility to go from flat lakes to the small ocean surf.