Tripping Canoes

Looking for a canoe the whole family can enjoy, but wanting it in a smaller, lighter, and more easily transportable package? Look no further than the Esquif Scout. Built with added width and volume, the Scout is also made from virtually indestructible T-Formex with great durability and zero maintenance. Unlike polyethylene plastic canoes, it will not warp and give you a long time of maintenance free paddling. Designed for families, sportsmen, paddlers… the reliable Scout Canoe is always ready to be strapped on your roof for your next water adventure.

Check out Mike's blog post with an on water video review of the Scout here

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Length: 14’6”
Width: 39”
Depth: 13”
Bow: 18 3/8”
Stern 17 3/4”
Rocker: 1.5”
Weight: 59 lbs.
Capacity: 850 lbs.
Colors: Green or Olive is standard, or Camo for a premium price.
Style: Recreational/Sporting
Hull Material: T-Formex
Seats: Webbed
Gunwale: Vinyl (optional wood)

Available soon, call to reserve one today!

The Chestnut Prospector has probably been described more often in text than any other canoe, it’s just that popular. Our version of this venerable craft is faithful to the original. Since 1984, we’ve gone out of our way to continue the tradition so future generations of paddlers can enjoy this icon of Canadian history.

If you want a canoe that will handle a month’s worth of supplies to head out on a wilderness adventure, this canoe is for you. In the Prospector 17’ you’ll find all the great characteristics that have made this canoe a paddling legend in places like the Yukon and Canadian Arctic. With lots of volume to keep you and your gear dry in whitewater or waves it still tracks well with good hull speed on flatwater. Our durable materials and classic Prospector lines make the P17 the ultimate wilderness extended tripping canoe.

SPECIFICATIONS

Weight
Fiberglass: 70lb / 31.8kg
TuffStuff: 60lb / 27.2kg
TuffStuff Expedition: 65lb / 29.5kg
Aramid Lite: 48lb / 21.8kg
Blue Steel: 52lb / 23.6kg
Weights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.

Learn more about our materials here.

Dimensions
Length: 17′ / 518cm
Width: 36″ / 91.4cm
Center Depth: 15″ / 38.1cm
End Depth: 23″ / 58.4cm
Rocker: 2.5″ / 6.4cm
Capacity: 1200lb / 544kg

· Symmetrical Hull
· Shallow Arch Bottom
· Moderate Rocker
· Available with or without shoe keel in some materials. Weights listed above are for no-keel versions.

See Our Options Section

Adirondack 12

Designed like the traditional Adirondack pack canoes this boat is a great choice for those looking for a lightweight solo canoe that is small and lightweight, but still offers great performance and durability. Made of the revolutionary T-Formex material this boat is indestructible and will last long after most lightweight boats fall apart. Paddled with either a traditional canoe or double-bladed kayak paddlethe boat is both efficient and maneuverable and the open cockpit makes it more comfortable than recreational kayaks especially when accessing gear or paddling with pets. Whether paddling on remote ponds and rivers or accessing that secret hidden fishingspots, this boat will offer years of adventures and explorations and will not break your back when loading on the car and heading home.

Pro tip, this canoe doesn't have a yoke, muscle up and carry over your shoulder - its light.  Handy person tip, rig up your own yoke.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Length : 12’
Width : 31.5”
Depth : 13’’
Weight : 42 lbs
Colors : Green, Sand, Camo (Extra Cost)
Style : Pack Canoe Hull
Material : T Formex

A larger craft for those requiring a little more space and capacity for equipment, or additional paddling companions, be it adults, youths, kids, or dogs.  This boat is the workhorse of river expeditions. It has excellent dryness and carrying capacity in addition to superior whitewater performance. It is the boat for the great Arctic rivers such as the Nahanni, Mountain and Hood and offers predictability, dryness and stability for short river trips. It also has excellent cruising speed for flatwater. This is the perfect compliment to our whitewater touring line, wich includes the Prospecteur 16, the Présage and the Canyon.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Construction : T-Formex
Length : 5.18 m (17’)
Width : 88.9 cm (35”)
Depth : 39.4 cm (15 ½”)
Shape : Rounded
Rocker : 8.9 cm (3 ½”) bow and stern
Gunwale : Vinyl
Colour : Red, Green or Yellow
Weight : 34.47 kg (76 lbs)
Carrying capacity : 455 kg (1000 lb)
Seats : Webbed seats
Option : Wood gunwale

Echo 14

With its beautiful curves and elegant design the Echo will definitely catch your attention. In addition to its unique look, one thing you will surely notice when you paddle it is how easy it is to maneuver. “The Echo is a canoe I can dance with on flat water or take down class II rivers or on overnight trips” mentioned Karen Knight when Esquif asked the National Champion what made the Echo so special. With its great speed, tracking and secondary stability it is one of the smoothest and most reliable companion you can have on calm solo paddling adventures.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Construction:    T-Formex

Length:    4.27 m (14′ )

Width:    80.9 / 75.2 cm (31 7/8 – 29 5/8″)

Depth:    29.2 cm (11.5″)

Shape:    Shallow Arch

Rocker:    4.4 cm (1.75″) bow and stern

Gunwale:    Vinyl or Wood

Colour:    Green

Weight:    20.5 kg (45 lbs)

Seats:    Caned seat

The Chestnut Prospector has probably been described more often in text than any other canoe, it’s just that popular. Our version of this venerable craft is faithful to the original. Since 1984, we’ve gone out of our way to continue the tradition so future generations of paddlers can enjoy this icon of Canadian history.

The Workhorse of the Canadian north, our Prospector 16’ feels most at home loaded with gear on a remote wilderness lake or river. While it is best suited for river tripping, it remains versatile enough to be a good all round canoe. With experience, the self-righting aspects of the shallow arch hull will become apparent and confidence levels will soar. Whats more, it provides a very dry ride in big waves and whitewater. It is simply the best all round wilderness tripping canoe available.

SPECIFICATIONS

Weight
Fiberglass: 66lb / 29.9kg
TuffStuff: 56lb / 25.4kg
TuffStuff Expedition: 62lb / 28.1kg
Aramid Lite: 45lb / 20.4kg
Blue Steel: 48lb / 21.8kg
Weights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.

Learn more about our materials here.

Dimensions
Length: 16′ / 488cm
Width: 36″ / 91.4cm
Center Depth: 15″ / 38.1cm
End Depth: 23″ / 58.4cm
Rocker: 2.5″ / 6.4cm
Capacity: 1000lb / 454kg

· Symmetrical Hull
· Shallow Arch Bottom
· Moderate Rocker
· Available with or without shoe keel in some materials. Weights listed above are for no-keel versions.

See Our Options Section

The Prospector 15′ is a scaled-down version of our larger Prospectors that’s faithful to the original lines in every way. You get all the great handling features that make the Prospector a paddling legend, in a package that’s a bit smaller and more responsive. The P15 is an ideal choice for paddlers who want a tripping boat but don’t need the extra volume. Its extra responsiveness also makes the P15 a fun tandem play boat.

SPECIFICATIONS

Weight
Fiberglass: 62lb / 28.1kg
TuffStuff: 54lb / 24.5kg
TuffStuff Expedition: 58lb / 26.3kg
Aramid Lite: 42lb / 19.1kg
Blue Steel: 45lb / 20.4kg
Weights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.

Learn more about our materials here.

Dimensions
Length: 15′ / 457cm
Width: 36″ / 91.4cm
Center Depth: 15″ / 38.1cm
End Depth: 23″ / 58.4cm
Rocker: 2.5″ / 6.4cm
Capacity: 850lb / 386kg

· Symmetrical Hull
· Shallow Arch Bottom
· Moderate Rocker

· Available with or without a shoe keel in some materials. Weights listed above are for no-keel versions.

See Our Options Section

Huron 16

The Huron 16 is ideal for cottagers and recreational canoeists who want a rugged canoe for paddling on calm bodies of water and small rivers but who don’t need the depth and capacity of the Prospecteur 16. The Huron 16 is pulled from the same mold as the Prospecteur 16 but we trim it down to 12.5”, as opposed to 14.5”. The lower profile reduces the weight and makes it easy to paddle in breezy conditions as either a solo or tandem.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Construction: T-Formex

Length : 4.9 m (16′)

Width : 89 cm (35″)

Depth :  31.75 cm (12.5″)

Rocker : 7 cm (2.75″)

Colour : Red, Tan (Other colours may be available at an up charge, call to discuss)

Weight : 27 kg (60 pounds) 

Seats :  Webbed seats

Standard :  Vinyl trim, contoured ash yoke, thwart

Options :  Wood trim; Tandem or Solo Touring Outfit Kit

Huron 15

The Huron 15 is ideal for cottagers and recreational canoeists who want a rugged canoe for paddling on calm bodies of water and small rivers but who don’t need the depth and capacity of the Prospecteur 15. The Huron 15 is pulled from the same mold as the Prospecteur 15 but we trim it down to 12.5”, as opposed to 14.5”. The lower profile reduces the weight and makes it easy to paddle in breezy conditions as either a solo or tandem.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Construction:    T-Formex

Length:    4.6 m (15′)

Width:    89 cm (35″)

Depth:    31.8 cm (12.5″)

Rocker:    7 cm (2.75″)

Colour:    Red, Tan (Other colours may be available at an up charge, call to discuss)

Weight:   25 kg (55 pounds)

Seats:    Webbed seats

Standard:    Vinyl trim,  contoured ash yoke, thwart

Options:    Wood trim (Shown in photo); Tandem or Solo Touring Outfit Kit

The ultimate expedition and tripping canoe, the Canyon combines agility with superior carrying capacity. Made for the river, its size and shape allow you to paddle it through large whitewater safely. The Canyon’s high ends, depth and volume provides excellent carrying capacity for extended trips and helps to maintain dry descents even through large rapids.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec

CONSTRUCTION

Our new Prospector 15 is the little sibling to our Prospecteur 16 and Prospecteur 17 canoes. With a traditional Chestnut Prospector inspired design it is a stable yet sporty canoe that handles rough conditions and a good sized load. Ideal as a wilderness whitewater tripper for youth, for couples looking to go exploring on weekends, or as a very capable solo expedition canoe.

Lovingly made in Frampton, Quebec.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Construction:    T-Formex

Length :  4.6 m (15′)

Width :  89 cm (35″)

Depth :  36.8 cm (14.5″)

Rocker : 7 cm (2.75″)

Colour :  Red, Green (Other colours may be available at an up charge, call to discuss)

Weight : 27 kg (60 pounds)

Seats :  Webbed seats

Standard :  Vinyl trim, contoured ash yoke, thwart

Options :  Wood trim; Tandem or Solo Touring Outfit Kit