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Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Rental canoe for river with Class I-II rapids
 
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butthead
04/06/2020 02:25PM
  
Double post.....

butthead
 
singlebladecanoe
04/06/2020 05:15AM
  
Are you looking for solo or tandem canoes?
 
ArrowheadPaddler
04/05/2020 03:46PM
  
T-Formex Prospectors from Wenonah or Esquif would be a great choice, especially if they are occasionally portaged. Old Town Discovery 169s would also work, though they are made of polyethylene and heavier than the T-Formex models. Just out of curiosity, which river are you planning to rent these for?
 
RoundRiver
04/03/2020 10:40PM
  
Nova Craft Prospectors. If just for day trips 15 or 16 foot. If for tripping 16 or 17 foot. Incredibly stable, easy to paddle, very forgiving, comfortable. They offer a lower price option that is highly durable.


The Esquif Prospectuers would also likely work well - but no personal experience. These are in T-Formex.


Wenonah Prospector 15 and 16, Spirit 2, and other appropriate models are offered in T-formex.
 
butthead
04/06/2020 02:25PM
  
Are you looking to buy, rent, or start a river canoe service?


butthead
 
billconner
04/02/2020 05:25PM
  
I would look at canoes made if T-Formex. Several manufacturers use it. Some in your price target.
 
WilyMinnow
04/02/2020 08:30AM
  
Hi Everyone,

Looking to buy several canoes to rent out through my vacation rental on a stretch of river that has several class I-II areas. The river is smaller with lots of twists and turns, rocks, and narrow areas.

All the swift water areas have the ability to portage around based on how comfortable one would be with navigating moving water, so they would need the ability to be portaged several hundred yards in some cases.

I would be looking for something that is extremely durable, manageable for portaging, ability to have enough gear for a night or two of camping, and priced around $1000-$1500 if possible since I will need several.

I currently have a 15.6' Bell Yellowstone in Royalex and its perfect for this application. Would love to purchase a fleet of Northstar B16's in IPX, but that is just too expensive for me.

Your thoughts and suggestions are appreciated!

Thanks!