Very fast and tracks well. It's just a little heavy lifting it up to the rafters in my garage, or if you have to carry it very far. Great stability, tracks extremely well, and handles waves very well. 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. Brilliantly designed for extended solo trips it portages well, paddles efficiently, carries plenty of gear and gives a dry ride in rough waters. Other than Factory Demo's, these are brand-new canoes. If your local paddle shop doesnt carry the Wenonah you have in mind, you may be able to order it through them for the following season. Eagle K1 K-1 Orion Olympic Kayak K-2 Osprey Olympic Kayak. The Royalex Rendezvous is not nearly as nice. (probably added 4 ounces and $10. If price is more important than weight, get an Old Town. Also, I usually have only gear fro the day and the boat is lightly loaded. I use my Kevlar/tuf-weave model (44 lbs.) The Wilderness has turned out to be perfect for me in every respect. If youre ready to start shopping, use the links below to view our Paddling Buyers Guide. Both techniques have their place. Renting canoes gives you a chance to take a trial run, helping you understand how some of the differences in specifications and design that you read about affect how the canoe behaves on the water. The only reason I'd use anything else would be take my partner and/or our dog. MN II is stable under paddle (secondary) but may feel a little tippy when sitting still or moving slowly (initial stability). I'm a late starter, having waited until my early 60's to buy the canoe that I'd put off for 30 years, so I use it all I can. Seats, footbraces, and all hardware is then riveted into these plates. After lugging around my 60# tandem canoes, this was a joy. Holds all my fishing and camping gear--let's see a kayak do that!!! I personally own a Wilderness in Rx and a Northwind solo in starlite, The two boats have similar specks but are completely different in the water. Contact Our Canoe Specialists Today: Email Us (800) 223-6565 Buy Online I paddled this boat up the Thoroughfare River in N. Idaho (between Upper and Lower Priest Lake) last Memorial Day against a very strong current from the snowmelt. This boat flys. I use it hard, take care of it, and appreciate it. Choose one of these if you need the high storage capacity that comes with deep wells. It is also treated with a UV-resistant coating. No matter the type of canoe youre considering, theres a chance Wenonah has one to match your needs. Its heavy but more durable than any other composite from Wenonah. The canoe was very heavy loaded but no problem with it. Wenonah also owns the kayak brand Current Designs and builds them in the same Minnesotafacility. 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. This is a great all-around material, balancing weight and strength. Rick, Quote: IMO it does have one serious drawback..If you are paddling smaller streams with lots of twisty turns, this canoe isn't for you. I paddle it sit'n switch with a bent shaft but it's not bad with a J or C stroke either. I've never felt insecure in wind or waves even when loaded to the brim and on some relatively big water in the Adirondacks. I have used it about 40 times so far and the lightweight is something that has paid for itself in full every time I hoist it up on the boat racks. It makes up for this minor fault by tracking straight and is very fast. Select canoes are available with woven graphite for a stiffer and more responsive canoe, and it also gives the canoes a sleek, dark aesthetic. I am in my late 60's and the kneeling thing doesn't work for me any more except for brief periods. The seat is a little clunky, but it works well. Sports and Leisure canoes would be called recreational canoes by other companies. It's stable enough to fish out of. But it did like to go straight. I can usually get strokes to side before switching. It's ideal for paddlers desiring more stiffness in their composite canoe. Above all, it's quiet. Predictable stability is my favorite feature of the Prism. Good boat otherwise, very stable and a joy to lug around and throw up on top of a car. Cane has a traditional look, while webbing is more durable. Not that I disagrees with you-I think both are sails. No matter the type of canoe you're considering, there's a chance Wenonah has one to match your needs. Wenonah canoes are made with T-Formex plastic or composite woven materials. They are ideal for speed and distance paddling and for all people or conditions that demand the lightest gear. Well give an overview of these materials and their strengths andweaknesses. I've had it out twice now, and am not disappointed! A layer of closed-cell foam in the centre gives the canoe stiffness and buoyancy. By taking one 100-liter drybag pack and placing it aft and sliding the comfortable tractor seat and foot brace all the way forward trims the Prism and gives me the ability to hike the portage trails just once. 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. Any prominent creases might indicate that the canoe was wrapped or suffered a more significant impact. On the last morning of my trip there was a 15-20 mph wind that was kicking up waves that were about 1 foot (I don't believe reports of canoeing in 2-3 footers on small lakes, either dumb or not a good guess on wave height) with whitecaps. These canoes are maneuverable, being all less than 17 feet long. As long as youre running into or with the waves it performs very well. The NW solo IMO is a little more "tippier" as compared to the wilderness but that "feeling" goes away in just a couple of mins. This gives a very secure connection and eliminates rivet heads on the exterior. Wenonahs tripping models quickly became popular in the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, beginning with Circhanowskis original designthe Wenonah 17. The bucket seats are lower than bench seats, bringing the paddlers center of gravity down. I also disagree that this canoe is a good fishing platform, or used as a stand up option. I usually put my gear behind me in the boat to help trim it a little "bow light". Composite canoes can wear out faster than plastic ones. This makes them the ideal choice for sportsmen, whitewater paddlers, families and kids, or anybody who wants a very durable canoe. I was looking for a Royalex solo and after reading the reviews and seeing what was still available out there, I picked the Wilderness. They are suitable canoes for families or paddlers on day trips or easy weeklong outings. As an update to my earlier review, I finally did receive the portage yoke I had ordered when I purchased the boat, six months after I received the boat. I purchased a Royalex Wenonah Wilderness in June of 2010 as my first dedicated solo. I've fished in the prism empty and it feels just fine. If I buy another solo, which is likely. 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. We sell their factory second quality canoes, factory demo's and previous year's overstock. Aramid, the fiber used for aerospace, body armor and bulletproof vests, is amazingly light and strong. Brilliantly designed for extended solo . The boat now has increased tumblehome, narrower waterline and gunwales, and it paddles and glides like a rocket. I did face a day-long gale on Middle Saranac Lake and I was OK into the wind. It will also respond to a well executed C stroke when I want to stay on one side for a while. Any high performance hull will tend to have quirks when things are not in trim. Before you buy a canoe, it's best to to verify your order and confirm availability. Great stability, tracks extremely well, and handles waves very well. When you pick the canoe up, give it a shake and listen for any water that might be sloshing around in the tanks, indicating a leak, most likely from the canoe into the tanks. If you run every rapid you can, look at getting a T-Formex canoe. My GPS topped it out at 6.2 mph, with a cruising speed of 5mph. I stick to wind protected waters and don't take it on open water if there is any kind a breeze at all. this great site and online community alive by contributing your financial support. Their racing heritage and decades of canoe-building have given Wenonah designers the experience and time to make adjustments and modifications that result in a better boat. I agree with the awful rattly seat and have now fixed it in one position so that's ok. Wish I'd bought this year's ago. Great boat! I would prefer to have the option of kneeling, but the sliding tractor seat makes it a sit down canoe. I usually use a bent shaft paddle, and it works extremely well with that. Come up and try them out, or our kayaks and paddle boards, for $20/ 4 hours (Poplar Lake only). You can start looking for a used canoe right now from your computer or smartphone. 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 provide tons of initial stability for anglers, hunters or families paddling casually. After paddling tandem for 18 years the past two years I have been focusing more on solo paddling after buying my first solo, Mad River Guide two years ago and completing a 7 day trip in the BWCA area. Quebec-based Esquif Canoes developed T-Formex to fill the hole left by Royalexs departure. Although it can get overwhelming making the "right" choice when picking a canoe, I appreciate all your opinions and advice and finally bit the bullet on a Wilderness. Jensen V1-Pro 18' 6", Jensen V1-A Mens 18' 6", J-193 18' 0". 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. You should probably not take her in any real whitewater, and she is stable enough seated, so why would you ever want to kneel? Rick: Canoes are like shoes. Kayaking the Mouth of the Columbia River's Tidal Influences, When Cities Meet The Water: Americas Top Urban Paddling Destinations, Paddling At Night - Tips and Safety Recommendations. It is a little slow to respond in a current (won't turn on a dime like my Bell Yellowatone tandem) but the trade off is that it moves faster on flatwater with a double bladed paddle which is what I wanted. Last week I finished a trip for 100 miles in frosty weather conditions on "Main-River" close to Frankfurt. Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Composite material is an all-encompassing term describing canoes made with woven fabrics and resins. It's only when you compare it to a 14' hull with rocker that you realize what you're giving up in maneuverability, but of course a 14' hull with rocker will generally not track as straight. Wenonahs bench seats can be either cane or webbing. Aramid UltraLite, Silver trim - $3599. $45.95 USD Ash Yoke Mounting Kit Kit to mount ash yoke to aluminum gunwales. and found the boat to be extremely steady and seaworthy. I should add that in my part of the world there are few canoe dealers and none that stock lightweight boats. However it never really tracked well and the primary stability was poor. Use this chart to help decide which canoe is right for you. It also has enough volume for a comfortable week tripping. 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. Wenonah Wilderness - Aramid Ultralight, Silver Trim, Center Adjustable Hung Web Seat, Integrated Skid Plates - Blem. Things were a bit ticklish when the waves were directly on the beam, but quartering or heading directly into them was fine. Hope TuffStuff will prove as good when I replace my favourite solo! The Prism paddles so easily that going off of my most direct path was not an issue. Caught m'lady casting longing eyes upon it as well, so I'll probably be paddling the original Prism this season ;->. This is the idea solo canoe if you get it in Kevlar. Just bought Sept. 09. The sliding seat makes that quicker and easier than without. T-Formex is a stiff, durable material consisting of distinct layers. The wood trim is reasonably well done but not perfect. They have deep, high-sided walls, adding volume to the canoe for a dry ride through rapids. Good boat. Lifting the canoe is essential, as you want to understand how it feels to portage. If it wasn't for that I would rate the Prism a 10. The foot braces work excellent, they're very well designed, just replace the wing nuts they give you with self locking nuts or they will come loose and fall off, possibly while on your roof going down the highway which is not good. Blending efficiency . I bought one of the first Prism's about 1993. After seven uses, I am adjusting to that. If you want to turn on a dime or do whitewater forget the Prism. Don't get me wrong, the Wilderness glides, but on a 4-5 hour day trip it feels like a bit more work than perhaps it should. There are differences in the design of these canoes that affect their performance on the water. A Graphite Ultra-light canoe is made the same way as an Ultra-light with Aramid, but with Graphite as the outer layer. You can't drop into a kneel quickly, but once you are down, you have a very solid paddling position. The boat was light to portage. This Prism is a dream for me 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. This is in stark contrast to my new Swift Keewaydin 14, which I capsized in the first five minutes of ownership! It costs the same as aramid canoes. 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. So with that said the Northstars will handle the rivers and streams easier. 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. Buy in monthly payments with Affirm on orders over $50. The canoes have always handled fine with the dog. Copyright 2023 VerticalScope Inc. All rights reserved. I do have some gripes, but it's difficult to complain about a product that has performed so well for so long. She insisted on standing in the bow.. She went from side to side in the stern and I did not like that. Lets walk through them. Same conditions in the NW solo had me "feeling" only a slight discomfort from a sitting position. Also, I often have a 60lb dog with me. Kayaking the Mouth of the Columbia River's Tidal Influences, When Cities Meet The Water: Americas Top Urban Paddling Destinations, Paddling At Night - Tips and Safety Recommendations. at a comfy paddling pace with a kayak paddle. In this process I change between straight shaft and bent shaft paddles. The aesthetic appeal of a black Graphite canoe is also undeniable. Innegra is a polypropylene-based fiber mixed with other materials like aramid or fiberglass to add strength without compromising weight. I've fished in it extensively. Any scrapes or gouges penetrating the outer coloured layer and revealing the pale ABS plastic beneath should be refinished. I love the Wenonah company. T-Formex canoes will tolerate just about whatever you throw at them and are excellent choices if you dont mind the extra weight. For a hit and switch paddler there is nothing better, beginner or expert. I would choose again a We-no-nah Prism. I also ordered the portage yoke but have yet to receive it five months later; the factory reps have been very cordial and prompt in answering my emails but the yoke still has not arrived. The other layups would be better I'm sure. Look at the range of boats in this category if you plan to dabble in different types of paddling and prioritize stability over speed. 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. After discovering the ideal design, the next step is to choose which material you want for your canoe. It does not require nearly the effort that it does to solo a tandem canoe. Enter the Wenonah Prism. Simply because while it is a good tracking solo for tripping it is also usable on the rocky streams here in Arkansas. It tracked well on flat-water and turned responsively, satisfying my every expectation, but also quickly gave birth to an appetite for increased speed. Day-tripping canoes like the Heron are intended for two paddlers and a small amount of gear. I really do love my Prism, and it's seen a lot of use over two decades. Want to know more? Read a detailed description of each material in Wenonah Canoe Buying Advice above. Read reviews for the Wilderness by Wenonah Canoe, Inc. as submitted by your fellow paddlers. At first I was somewhat nervous about this but the canoe handled the waves without any problems at all. I did slow down going into the waves just so that I wouldn't spear them, with unpleasant results. I'm sure a Prism would work too. 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. They build their canoes exclusively with three-layer polyethylene, which explains the boats affordability and durability. 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. Direct sunlight can damage and discolor the canoe. I may get an Advantage someday simply because of the wind issue, but I just hate to give up that wonderful stability. $5 and under ; $500 and over ; Selected Items . Production of Royalex ceased in 2013, and companies began searching for alternatives. Aramid is one of the most commonly used ultralight composites. 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! Wenonah 's tripping models quickly became popular in the nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, beginning with Circhanowski's original designthe Wenonah 17. Narrowing it down to the exact model was a challenge, but that's where the reviews really helped. Tuf-weave canoes offer improved impact resistance and are a great compromise between light weight, performance, and price. I sit and switch and I also paddle in classic style. Not into is and not with it,sideways. You simply use a sweep stroke. Show more Wenonah Ultra Light Kevlar Prism Solo Canoe. ESCAPE PERFORMANCE 17`6 . These canoes are as close to all-arounders as you can get. Seal Kayak Skookumchuck Kayak. After significant research I discovered that Wenonah Prism Kevlar Ultra-Light would be my choice. Unlike Wenonah, all Old Town canoes sell for under $1,900. Learn more, We use cookies to enhance your experience, for analytics, and to support 3rd party content and advertising providers. I actually find my tandem canoes much easier to portage than the prism. I've tried shifting the weight around but then the canoe loses that wonderful glide. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is practically in Wenonahs backyard. In our Ultra-light construction a structural-foam core and ribs are laminated into the hull and sides. Heeling over will allow a quicker turn though. It is made by another manufacturer for Wenonah, which is why it was not shipped with the boat -- it was apparently out of stock at Wenonah and the other manufacturer was behind in fulfilling its orders. It has the ability to be paddled with a kayak paddle or a traditional canoe paddle. This is probably the boat to have if you do a lot of extended tripping, but as an over night or extended day paddles, it's great If you are lucky enough to find one, I would not hesitate to buy it. It has good speed and glide. I have seen others comment how easy it is to portage. Yup, the Prism is sleek, fast, a great tripping boat, and pretty to look at. This boat is designed to be equipped with a small two-to-three-horsepower motor. This canoe is very easy to paddle fully loaded for a week long trip or just a couple of hours at Town Lake, Austin, Texas. They dont require much maintenance, and can withstand impacts and abrasions impressively. I usually have only gear fro the day and the boat is lightly loaded. As for speed, my Etrex indicates that it does about 3 mph. Wenonahs composite canoes are easily repaired if they have any damage. At 16' 6" long with a straight keel line and a very good surface-to . It is a highly effective hull design. Wenonah canoes have maintained a presence in the Midwest for more than 50 years. The boat handle pretty well. The justification for this is that a number cannot adequately account for the weight distribution or conditions the canoe will be paddling in. Kevlar is: strong but susceptible to scraping wounds. In our Ultra-light construction a structural-foam core and ribs are laminated into the hull and sides. This gives a very secure connection and eliminates rivet heads on the exterior. And if rock solid stability is something you absolutely need, the Rendezvous might be your boat. My max speed was over 6 mph. )sweeeeeeet boat. It does not turn readily (due to its 16'6" length and lack of rocker) unless well heeled over. They can range from $2,000 to over $4,000. canoes. It would not have been my first choice if other boats had still been available, but I wanted a brand new Royalex boat and the Wilderness was the best of what I was finding and I'm glad i pulled the trigger. The composite materials include the Ultralight and the more affordable Flexcore categories. Jensen V1-Pro 18' 6", Jensen V1-A Mens 18' 6", J-193 18' 0". 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. 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. They build durable canoes targeted for beginner and recreational paddlers. The yoke makes the boat extremely easy to carry, but NOTE: you must specify whether you have a floor-mounted seat or a hung seat, as the design of the yoke differs for each, and one will not work on the other! The Wilderness is a great all-around solo hull. I purchased the 16'6" Wenonah Prism in the flex-core Kevlar layup with optional footrest in March of 2007. It also requires alot of leaning to make it turn upstream around hairpin turns. With Kevlar or cherry gunnels and thwarts - or both combined, Kevlar seats that are solid and secure including a genius multi-height seat pod system as an option that's built into the hull rather than looking like it's been taped to the hull with kevlar tape, quick-screw yokes that are solid and functional, ridiculously beautiful emerald, ruby, sapphire, or traditional clear kevlar hull options and multiple carbon hull options, it's hard not to look at Wenonah as old-school and Swift as state-of-the-art. We also add extra fabric layers to strengthen specific targeted areas. along with the wonderful resources, interactive maps, and online community. (FYI the Prism and Keewaydin are two VERY different canoes). I bought one earlier this year in Royalex, 47lbs. Inspect the entire canoe before you buy it. Until 2014, Royalex ABS material dominated the market as an inexpensive, indestructible material for canoes. As a result, maneuverability is the trade-off, but I haven't had any trouble turning. Its also the most affordable composite material available from them. 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. For extra control, the Fusion has a rudder. Both options have their merits, and accomplished paddlers sit or kneel on either side of thedebate. Speed vs stability-MN II is faster, SR more stable. The pros are its light weight, and the narrow design make it a speedy boat. Most composite canoes have float tanks; sealed compartments in the bow and stern of the canoe to give it buoyancy. This makes the canoe stronger than it would be with pure aramid, but also more expensive. Most Wenonah canoes are made of aramid, fiberglass or other composite blends. I did a lot of research before choosing the Prizm and it paid off in a great boat. A factory second-quality canoe is also called a Blem. MINNESOTA 2 TRIPPER 18`6` Wenonah Canoe :: Wilderness General Touring / Wilderness 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 really don't care much for the tractor seat design, will probably switch to cane seat with backrest. Reasonable stable to paddle and fish with. I do like a clean finish and that requires a little more care on my part. The Jensen was fast and I really liked it for that. Wenonah Prism Solo Canoe at The Boundary Waters Catalog An all-purpose solo with a good blend of stability, efficiency and capacity. The T-Formex canoes are as durable as three-layer polyethylene but much stiffer, resulting in better performance. They dont provide a specific number for their weight limits or capacities of particular canoe models. They have sharp entry lines (pointed fronts) to cut into the water efficiently. There are also links to find the nearest dealer to buy Wenonah canoes. They are versatile in length, ranging from just under 15 feet to more than 19 feet. The prism is incredibly stable in all the conditions that I have paddled. I test paddled a Wenonah Advantage and a > Wenonah Prism today. 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. We also add extra fabric layers to strengthen specific targeted areas. 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. The one and only drawback I have found which I was unaware of before I bought it, is that any kind of breeze affects this canoe VERY adversely. I noted other reviewers concern for the wind. 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