Nova Craft Prospector 15 Canoe Tuff Stuff Composite W/ All Ash Trim Canada Made

Local Pick-Up only, no exceptions, Unless you want to set up your own through a credible logistics company with full insurance. I can wrap the canoe for transport. Up for sale we have 1 Nova Craft Prospector 15 2nd quality in Tuff Stuff (Innegra/Basalt aramid) composite canoe in green with all ash trim, absolutely gorgeous. Retails for $2850.00 plus $100 shipping cost to store, we have it on sale for $ 2299.00 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.Made in Canada.

SPECIFICATIONSWeightFiberglass: 62lb / 28.1kgTuffStuff: 54lb / 24.5kgTuffStuff Expedition: 58lb / 26.3kgAramid Lite: 41lb / 18.6kgBlue Steel: 44lb / 20kgWeights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.DimensionsLength: 15′ / 457cmWidth: 36″ / 91.4cmCenter Depth: 15″ / 38cmEnd Depth: 23″ / 58.4cmRocker: 2.5″ / 6.4cmCapacity: 850lb / 386kg· Symmetrical Hull· Shallow Arch Bottom· Moderate Rocker There are many benefits to upgrading to our ash gunwales. The most obvious reason is aesthetic. Wood gunwales have a classic and traditional look that is tough to beat. But there are also some practical reasons why one may opt for ash over aluminum. Wood trim is quieter on the water.

If you are interested in hunting, nature photography, or simply observing wild animals in their natural habitat, travelling very quietly is important. Animals are less likely to be scared away when paddles knock against wooden gunwales. Ash is also very comfortable to handle and carry because it is a non-conductive material. Aluminum, on the other hand, will heat up in the sun and get quite cold in low temperatures.Our ash gunwales are oiled but not varnished. There is some upkeep required in order to keep oiled wood healthy and beautiful looking.

Properly maintaining ash gunwales requires sanding and oiling them a couple of times a year. Also, canoes with wooden gunwales should be stored indoors over the off-season in order to prevent rotting.We put a lot of time and careful effort into installing ash trim on our canoes. Because of the extra time and craftsmanship required by this process, there is a considerable upgrade fee which reflects the extra labor costs.