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[ CANOE TREE ] Go-Fast Ultralights BREAKNECK SPEED, NOT BACK-BREAKING WEIGHT H2O COMPOSITES


Canadian 16/6 Designer Notes: The versatility of traditional canoes is captured with a symmetrical hull and recurved ends. To reduce wind resistance and maximize efficiency, a slightly longer length and narrower beam are combined with sharp entry and exit lines and a lower sheer. The Canadian’s shallow arch hull design provides a blend of performance and stability. An exceptional shoe keel design aids tracking and protects against grounding, while sacrificing little in the way of maneuverability. www.h2ocanoe.com • $3,095 CDN


MAD RIVER CANOE


Malecite Ultralite Designer Notes: Mad River Canoe and Jim Henry’s original and time- less design meets state-of-the-art composite materials. Its new lightweight Kevlar/foam core layup adds enhanced acceleration capabilities and paddling efficiency to the impressive responsive- ness and seaworthiness of the original Malecite design. Paddle solo or tandem on flatwater with the ability to handle tight, twisty wa- terways with confidence and style. www.madrivercanoe.com • $2,889 US


SOURIS RIVER CANOES


Quetico 17 Designer Notes: The Quetico 17 has become recognized as the ulti- mate wilderness tripping canoe. These canoes are ultralight, incred- ibly tough and very stable. They handle like a dream under any load conditions. When you get caught paddling hard into a headwind a Quetico 17 rides high on the waves and takes very little water over the gunwales. www.sourisriver.com • $3,145 US/ $3,195 CDN —Michael Mechan


CANOE


Canadian 16/6 Malecite


Quetico 17


LENGTH 16’ 6” 16’ 5”


17’ 3”


WIDTH 35”


34.5” 35”


MATERIAL


Carbon/Kevlar Helium


Kevlar/Foam Core Kevlar


WEIGHT MAX. CAPACITY 42 lbs 43 lbs


800 lbs 850 lbs


44 lbs N/A


NIMBUS » COMFORT FOR KIDS


The Salus Nimbus makes water play safer for children and more relaxing for adults. Designed for comfort, the Nimbus is soft to the touch, encouraging children to wear it for hours at a time. Specially contoured to hug little bodies, children will get the best fi t, mobility and safety.


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