These canoes use better materials and incorporate more workmanship and expertise than canoes found on the shelves of big-box stores. It tracks nicely, handles chop on a lake or light ww ok and it is faster than a lot of kayaks of the same length. I look forward to trying the canoe in heavier wind and chop to see how it feels. Knowing which type of material the canoe is made from is important, as they wear differently. Find the pertinent dimensions of all Wenonah canoes in our Paddling Buyers Guide. A Spirit II 17-foot canoe in Tuf-Weave Flex Core weighs 58 pounds. I have seen others comment how easy it is to portage. I have been satisfied with the turning even without heeling over. I had been sitting in its tractor seat for over 1500 miles of the Missouri River and had never really worried about its stability. It is Tuf-Weave center rib construction with aluminum trim and foot brace. Youll have to get the canoe to the factory, and it will take some time, but this is an option for those who are less handy. Heeling over will allow a quicker turn though. The blunt entry pushes water, and the fixed seat makes adjusting trim difficult. Combination of both? I have only paddled on flat water so far. Glide-Wenonah glides farther and smoother with each stroke-SR slows if not being paddled. It's stable enough to fish out of. The canoes have always handled fine with the dog. Canoe models designed for longer trips or multiple paddlers like the Minnesota 3 have higher capacities. 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. If you have trouble getting this canoe to turn try contacting Wennonah. I was testing the limits of the Keewaydin, and it turned over a LOT quicker than I thought it would, and not nearly with the effort it takes to intentionally capsize my Prism. 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. The standard carrying yokes are made of ash, and they can be upgraded to stronger multi-piece laminate with padding or even lighter carbon. Its also the most affordable composite material available from them. Its working. Again, I'm only 160 pounds, so your body weight may be more of a factor when adding gear. Some models have the option to have the hull gelcoated for extra resilience. 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. Doing a 180 in steady wind just takes a little more effort, but that's by fundamental design, so absolutely no complaints from me. I know I can lean it and get it to turn better, but doing so with a 60# dog will probably end with one or both of us swimming. I wish Wenonah would take a few steps forward. The only beef I have is Wenonah's adjustable seat, it's noisy and clanks. MINNESOTA 2 TRIPPER 18`6` The outside of the canoe is reinforced in places for additional protection against impacts. The bow and stern flare perfectly to deflect waves, and the (12"?) Well give an overview of these materials and their strengths andweaknesses. I hate saying this. I replaced a 1987 Wenonah Jensen C1 with a Wenonah Wilderness. They are good options for coastal canoeing, as the depth helps keep water out in rolling swells. I did not have a problem, but then again, she is fast enough that I get where I am going before the afternoon winds. It's a lean boat that tracks the best of those reviewed, yet will turn quickly enough, and returns to a stable position more readily than other fast canoes.". T-Formex outperforms single or triple-layer polyethylene plastics as it is stiffer and lighter. When you are talking the Northstar canoe I believe your are asking about their Northwind solo. You are using an out of date browser. The tractor seat is comfy for hours and hours if you use a gel yak pad on top of it. Voyager by Wenonah Canoe, Inc. 17' 6" Length 28.75" Width (in) 33-51 Weight (lb) $2,599 Base MSRP Read Voyager Reviews (13) or Submit Your Review Voyager Options Tuf-weave Flex-Core 51 lb Fiberglass Composite MSRP $2,599 Flex-Core w/Kevlar 46 lb Kevlar/aramid Composite MSRP $2,699 Ultra-light w/Kevlar 34 lb Kevlar/aramid Composite MSRP $2,799 Interestingly, initial stability actually seems to improve when I've got gear in the boat. ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) plastic layers encase both sides of the foam to protect it and add stiffness to the shape. Direct sunlight can damage and discolor the canoe. I've tried shifting the weight around but then the canoe loses that wonderful glide. I may get an Advantage someday simply because of the wind issue, but I just hate to give up that wonderful stability. Hope you enjoy your wilderness as much as I do mine, without having to use a saw. It makes up for this minor fault by tracking straight and is very fast. New to canoeing with the idea of paddling the entire Missouri, I had no real idea of what canoe to purchase for a trip the length of such a big river, the longest on the North American continent. 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 took the canoe to the BWCAW in late September. They are suitable canoes for families or paddlers on day trips or easy weeklong outings. I don't get real technical about my paddling, but the biggest impression I have so far is that I'm in and have the kind of control I never had with a big monster canoe and that equals a lot more pleasurable paddling. Today, youll find a variety of canoe designs available in different materials. Wanted a solo boat at a weight I could manhandle myself, in Royalex so as to take normal river abuse, and be comfortable in class II water. 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! Understanding the different types of canoes Wenonah builds can help you to find one that matches the type of paddling you plan to do. A Graphite Ultra-light canoe is made the same way as an Ultra-light with Aramid, but with Graphite as the outer layer. Our best-selling solo, we recommend it to paddlers of all skill levels and for most types of canoeing. How a canoe has been stored is a good indicator of its overall condition. 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've never once accidentally capsized my Prism in 20 years of real-world use. They are some of the longest and highest-volume canoes Wenonah builds. One great thing about Prospector canoes is that they all have symmetrical hulls. The T-Formex canoes are as durable as three-layer polyethylene but much stiffer, resulting in better performance. They are versatile in length, ranging from just under 15 feet to more than 19 feet. An advantage of these canoes is that more significant deformities will often pop back into shape, but they might be weak spots in the future. I have gotten it to spear waves but I had to really work at it. Good boat. If you're on the fence about buying one, buy it. Great stability, tracks extremely well, and handles waves very well. $99.95 USD Removable Yoke Kit Some Wenonah canoes are among the lightest on the market, thanks to the use of ultralight materials. I wanted to buy a new Wenonah but couldn't walk away from the Swift - and I actually felt bad about not buying another Wenonah as if I was buying coffee from a competitor rather than from my best friend's bakery. But when it comes to things like rattling seats that seem kinda cheap, yokes getting bent and stuck on pins, footrests that seen kevlar-taped in place vs. being integrated into the hull construction, the Swift wins in every way. Living near the Namekagon river in Northern Wisconsin I frequently paddle the nimble Prism upstream several miles before turning around after a good workout having saved a second vehicle shuttle. Trimming is easy and seems best with a little more weight top the rear. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is practically in Wenonahs backyard. These scratches are superficial and harmless, although they are unsightly. Choose to sort the canoes and narrow your selections by type, size, or material. I will never sell it unless it's to replace it with another Prism with an ultralight Kevlar or carbon/graphite hull. Tuf-weave canoes offer improved impact resistance and are a great compromise between light weight, performance, and price. When I went on my solo trip I found that I did a lot more poking around off of my most direct route. 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. I use it both in flat water in a bayou for exercise and in small to medium rivers. Along the way, youll find links to curated lists, specific models and pertinent information. These canoes are much lighter than polyethylene or aluminum canoes and can be built in nearly limitless designs. I wish Wenonah would make a model of prism with less bow and stern height like the advantage for instance, because it really is a wonderful canoe otherwise, every thing else about it is just fine. They are ideal for speed and distance paddling and for all people or conditions that demand the lightest gear. It is also significantly lighter. The only reason I'd use anything else would be take my partner and/or our dog. Although the Encounter can be leaned all the way to the letters before going over, the 7" wide pedestal seat base in that ample hull gives an unnecessary feel of instability. I rented a We-no-nah Prism canoe for a seven day expedition into the boundary waters in northern Minnesota. The performance is so good that I doubt you will be disappointed. Wenonah Canoe is the worlds largest maker of canoes using Aramid. I've also used it quite a bit on the Long Island Sound (during calmer days - I'd never take it into a four or five foot wind swell!) The Prospector is a classic canoe design for wilderness travel. I noted other reviewers concern for the wind. pblanc February 5, 2013, 1:07am #4. Other than Factory Demo's, these are brand-new canoes. The Prism is a great boat but it's limited to open water and larger rivers. 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! I purchased the 16'6" Wenonah Prism in the flex-core Kevlar layup with optional footrest in March of 2007. This boat is designed to track extremely well, which means that it is definitely NOT suited for whitewater use as it cannot be turned quickly enough to be safe in a rock-strewn rapid, especially when loaded. The bucket seats are lower than bench seats, bringing the paddlers center of gravity down. > I have been paddling a Wenonah Oddysey on wilderness trips for about 15 years > now and want to go to a solo canoe. In general the canoe is well made. When I look at the new canoes being produced by companies like Swift, I can't help but wonder if Wenonah is stuck in 1978. Or an old Merlin II. The prism is a little shaky on primary stability. 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; Maneuverability is decent for a boat this long - not exceptionally quick, but smooth and predictable, and much better than I expected after reading other reviews. I'm 5'11", 170, I think the staff felt the boat I stick to wind protected waters and don't take it on open water if there is any kind a breeze at all. Very fast and tracks well. Wish I'd bought this year's ago. The stability is very good for a roundy bottom canoe. 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. Wenonah rates the stability of the Wilderness as similar to a Voyager. 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. Seats, footbraces, and all hardware is then riveted into these plates. An initial question would concern OP's stance in the boat: Sit exclusively, hopefully with bent paddle? I switch to a straight shaft when I am fishing (trolling) and paddle with a C-stroke then. Recently I've been using it with a 240cm carbon Werner kayak paddle, and it works well with that also. Back at camp, I've played around with it plenty of times in my bathing suit, intentionally flipping it over, and I'll honestly tell you that it takes me a bit of intentional effort to capsize. Reasonable stable to paddle and fish with. It just feels stable. Tuf-weave canoes offer improved impact resistance and are a great compromise between light weight, performance, and price. The Fusion and Wee Lassie pack boats are compact, solo canoes that users can paddle with either a canoe or kayak paddle. Initial stability is diminished and I can only describe secondary stability as being different. T-Formex or older Royalex canoes can withstand repeated impacts without much damage. These boats have lots of rocker to navigate obstacles as they move in the current. So often, reviews are just written by groupies of a particular brand that will only view a product through rose colored glasses. Hope TuffStuff will prove as good when I replace my favourite solo! $ 3,899.00 $ 2,799.00. Aluminum plates are strategically laminated into the hull. I hope this review helps you. Also, I usually have only gear fro the day and the boat is lightly loaded. I have flex core with aluminum gunwales, 44 lbs. You'll want to use a kayak paddle on lakes to keep up any speed. I am very impressed with the boat and excited to get her on bigger water after paddling her on the St. Croix River today in 2-3 ft pleasure craft swells. Composite material is an all-encompassing term describing canoes made with woven fabrics and resins. Sorry about my poor English folks. I wanted an easily transportable solo that would paddle efficiently on flat water and still accommodate occasional Class I-II, especially when burdened with a large paddler like myself (6'2" 260lbs). I generally get about 3.5MPH when using the traditional single-blade canoe paddle. Actually paddling the canoe will give the best sense of itscapacity. It's ideal for paddlers desiring more stiffness in their composite canoe. Talking to ALOT of good folks and reps at the annual Canoecopia in Madison got me headed toward a Wenonah. I was looking for a Royalex solo and after reading the reviews and seeing what was still available out there, I picked the Wilderness. It's a great canoe, but it isn't for somebody who thinks it's an unneccessary hassel to switch sides every five or ten strokes. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Well give an overview of the types of canoes available, as well as some tips for buying new and used models. More weight might help with the wind problem but I haven't tried that yet. I generally use a bent shaft paddle with the sit-and-switch technique. After a few measurements the seat placement was identified as the culprit. Matt. I just picked up a Prism in Kevlar ultralight. This content was made possible with the support of OntarioCreates. This article will help you find a high-quality Wenonah canoe that matches your needs. I paddled under those exact conditions (including the 60 pound dog) for many years with a Bell Magic. The pros are its light weight, and the narrow design make it a speedy boat. I test paddled a Wenonah Advantage and a > Wenonah Prism today. Wenonah assured me that it will still float. Canoes like the Minnesota are very common in areas like the Boundary Waters, where the travel is generally across large lakes. The Merlin II was OK with little wind but with dog in bow and stern wind the boat was not easily controllable. I also put tugeyes on it (as I do to all my canoes) to put the end ropes on. I am a large person at 240# and an experienced canoeist. These plastic canoes, made out of Royalex or T-Formex, are long-lasting. I do like the tough Royalex material in our rocky Missouri rivers, and the weight is manageable, though I'm starting to see the benefit of a lighter canoe. Wenonah has more canoe models for backcountry tripping or paddling with more than two paddlers. It tracks very well but with an outside lean will carve a nice although not very sharp curve. WNY south of Buffalo (closer to Turtle than he rea, Northstar Firebird and Savage River Illusion, Solo Canoe for Ohio and Mississippi River. I recently acquired a Wenonah Prism in ultra-light Kevlar. Theres little weight difference between aramid and graphite canoes, but expect to pay 10-15% more for this layup. Now it is an excellent solo canoe for overnight and longer trips - easily takes me at 100kg and as much gear and food as needed for a week or more - but I will install a footbrace to improve its speed and efficiency further. Consider renting during the season and following up in the autumn to pick up a used canoe thats new to you. With no "rocker" the boat doesn't turn as quickly as other designs. It turns readily, which was a bit of a surprise considering the speed & great tracking. In general I don't think the We-no-nah canoes are quite as well finished as the Bell canoes but they are satisfactory. I paddle it sit'n switch with a bent shaft but it's not bad with a J or C stroke either. Bigsilver could you take pictures of your two boats from the end at ground level? Or a Wilderness. 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. The Wilderness is a great all-around solo hull. The yoke is very lightweight (2.5 pounds), very cleverly designed, and works exactly as advertised. I purchased my Wenonah Prism (with Flex-Core Kevlar hull, gel coat, and aluminum trim all around) brand new in 1998. They have deep, high-sided walls, adding volume to the canoe for a dry ride through rapids. duckhunter January 30, 2013, 9:59pm #1. A layer of closed-cell foam in the centre gives the canoe stiffness and buoyancy. It would most likely also work better on the winding rivers here in SC. 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. I agree with bowler 1. They just handle like they have a tripping load rather than empty. How durable is ultralight Kevlar? I went shopping for a solo canoe suitable for BWCAW tripping and after looking for a couple of years settled on the Prism in ultralight kevlar. Aluminum plates are strategically laminated into the hull. Rocker is all but gone so it tracks like it's on rails, but takes more effort to turn. WENONAH : WILDERNESS . If it has been kept inside and upside down on a rack, theres less chance of damage. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This system integrates their standard accessory rail inside the gunwale for mounting fishing rod holders and other equipment. Above all, it's quiet. Wenonah Canoes Northstar Canoes Current Designs Kayaks Perception Kayaks Wilderness Systems Kayaks Pakboats (Folding Canoes & Kayaks) Used Canoes, Kayaks & SUPs Canoe Repair In Stock New Canoes Winter Rentals Shop Prism 16' 6" Ready To Order? Canoe & Kayak Magazine said it well when they wrote, " The Prism is all about glide and speed. Both techniques have their place. Incredibly versatile, it'll take you comfortably over all kinds of waters. The Royalex Rendezvous is not nearly as nice. The other layups would be better I'm sure. Don't have an account yet? Neither of these has been a problem. After lugging around my 60# tandem canoes, this was a joy. It needs treating with UV coating otherwise the colour darkens over time, although I like the more mellow colour. 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. You should probably not take her in any real whitewater, and she is stable enough seated, so why would you ever want to kneel? Wenonahs Sports & Leisure canoes are the most stable of their models. Wenonahs bench seats can be either cane or webbing. It works well both ways. Wenonah canoes have maintained a presence in the Midwest for more than 50 years. Carried a weeks worth of supplies no problemo. I would prefer to have the option of kneeling, but the sliding tractor seat makes it a sit down canoe. For any thing other than lakes and even then I would go with a DY (David Yost) that Northstar uses over a Wenona design. I also hope that it reaches the folks at Wenonah, and I would be more than happy to bring both my Prism and new Keewaydin up their headquarters so I could show them what I'm talking about. The Wilderness does all of these nicely and has a nice glide on flatwater. We offer many models in T-Formex, ranging from cost-conscious touring and sport canoes, to robust whitewater assault canoes. I guess to summarize this boat I would say that she is a sweet boat that paddles very well light and loaded. We've used it for more than 30 years to construct extremely light and tough canoes. Get the latest Wenonah news: JOIN. and it has not failed me in any way. I am way lucky to live within minutes of 3 rivers, Wisconsin, Kickapoo and Mississippi, so I do mostly back water and long river runs, with a few trips each season "up North" (BWCA, etc)
We sell their factory second quality canoes, factory demo's and previous year's overstock. At first I was somewhat nervous about this but the canoe handled the waves without any problems at all. Lifting the canoe is essential, as you want to understand how it feels to portage. The width of 26" at the seat is great because it allows you to access stuff along side the seat pedastal like a water bottle or anything else that can get a little bit wet without hurting it. The following Wenonah canoes have received the highest star ratings by reviewers in our Paddling Buyers Guide. I have not paddled a Prism, however the longer length would appear to make it track better, and possibly have more capacity. Wenonah canoes are all made in a factory in Winona, Minnesota. Capacity - This canoe can handle a load very well. I decided to look for a boat that was light weight, strong and had good carrying capacity. The adjustable aluminum seat mount is noisy and even at the lowest setting, I found the boat to be a little top heavy with me in it, so I reconfigured it and dropped the seat two additional inches AND it does not rattle anymore, thanks to a couple of wing nuts and nylon washers. Or probably a few other solo hulls I can't think of right now. I have added the Wenonah seat back and cushion which helped a great deal. If you are buying, try them both out before deciding. 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. center height with a good amount of tumble home makes for comfortable paddling. I switched to a single blade ottertail paddle, and maintained a 4 mph average speed (though I was working harder)You'll have no trouble keeping up with your kayaking friends! It's a great tripping boat and tracks even better when loaded. Look at the options here if you want an efficient canoe for long days on the water. The Prism is our most popular composite solo canoe. It's OK to paddle, but I prefer to use oars (available from Spring Creek Outfitters in Mountain Iron, Mich.). 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. I've never thought twice about loading up a week's worth of gear. I have since purchased and installed new thwarts and a seat, all of which I reduced in length by 15% from stock seat and thwarts. For exclusively solo downriver paddling, the Argosy is a solo boat capable of running up to class III rapids with an experienced paddler at the helm. This cuts down on the number of places where I feel I want to use my otherwise fun little canoe. Stability, wind resistance, and tracking even seem to improve with the extra weight. Wenonahs tripping models quickly became popular in the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, beginning with Circhanowskis original designthe Wenonah 17. Dont be afraid to walk around with it for a while. It's an awesome canoe. This is my own personal subjective opinion after 20 years of ownership and use of the Wenonah Prism. . Thanks, Rick. Fast upstream. The Prism handles well in rough water and high winds while tracking straight and turning easily. Folks, You have been very helpful. I sit and switch and I also paddle in classic style. My experience is like AndySG's - I prefer a Wilderness to a Prism. In the canoe market, Wenonah canoes are comparable to other composite canoes. Wenonah Canoe is the worlds largest maker of canoes using Aramid. )sweeeeeeet boat. Now that all the remodeling is done, the boat is a pleasure to paddle. Ultra-light hulls are stiff and incredibly light. Blending efficiency . I have been paddling since I was 15, now I'm 43 and spent some of the most happy hours in this canoe, and it does everything I want it too, almost. I have it in the tuff-weave layup and it is more than manageable to portage. Aramid Flexcore has the benefits of aramid with some extra reinforcements. If I won a million dollars, I'd ask Swift to build me a replica of the Wenonah Prism using their carbon construction techniques no matter how much it cost. Prism 16' 6" Solo Tripper The Prism 16' 6" Solo Tripper is an all-purpose solo with a good blend of stability, efficiency and capacity. They build their canoes exclusively with three-layer polyethylene, which explains the boats affordability and durability. 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. These canoes have wide, flat hulls, making them ideal for paddling in flat waters with families, dogs or nervous paddlers. So I bought another one last season, in kevler/ultralite/wood. I am not likely to part with it. I can honestly say that after 20+ years of ownership, it's been a perfect marriage. The boat now has increased tumblehome, narrower waterline and gunwales, and it paddles and glides like a rocket. I took no water over the bow. For more tips on what to look for when selecting a used canoe, read our article How To Buy A Used 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. Wenonah Canoe :: Portaging Accessories / Portaging Ash Yoke Attractive and durable. It carries a large load or a small load fast enough for me to keep up with any tandem and that includes a Minnesota II. All Wenonah Canoes come with standard aluminum trim. At 6'4" and 240 the boat as it came from the factory was definitely running bow down, so the seat and rear thwart went back 5 inches. This gives a very secure connection and eliminates rivet heads on the exterior. Great stability, tracks extremely well, and handles waves very well. Sit and Switch. The footbrace is solid, and, when combined with the bucket seat, keeps you from shifting around so that you get get maximum efficiency out of each stroke. I would choose again a We-no-nah Prism. Any high performance hull will tend to have quirks when things are not in trim. Sliding bucket seat is comfortable, and the spring clip that holds it in place can be adjusted quickly with one hand. At 34 pounds, I just pick it up and go. Inspect the entire canoe before you buy it. I raised the back of the tractor seat about an inch to make it easier to kneel in, which helps the lower back. Great boat. I've used it extensively in the backcountry of the Adirondacks - the Saranac Lake chain, the St. Regis Canoe region, the Raquette River, etc. They move quickly and track exceptionally well. Electing to buy a used canoe, especially a Wenonah, is a great way to get a high-quality canoe for a lower price. It carries weight very well. Wenonah and Northstar have different design philosophies. The Prism sold today is essentially the same exact canoe and materials as the one I bought 21 years ago. Then I purchased a Wabash Valley C1 or what was an early version of it. In the wind it really helps to be properly trimmed. It is a highly effective hull design. As it is it has very high freeboard and very little draft so this translates into sometimes not being able to control the canoe if the wind gets stiff enough. 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