2010 MR Catalog
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he story of Mad River Canoe begins in a patch of ferns, oh so long ago, with friend Rabbit. Native American legend has it that Rabbit was a great hunter and a bit of a trickster, but most of all Rabbit was confident in his abilities. So confident in fact, that even as Lynx circles the fern, planning his attack, Rabbit is free to enjoy his pipe, secure in his abilities to avoid this mortal enemy. Within every legend, there is truth. And the truth in the legend of Rabbit is that confidence is a powerful asset when backed up by ability. The confidence you share with your Mad River Canoe will...

This durable series is equally at home on the river as it is on open water. The Explorer Series tracks well and cruises on flat water and is seaworthy enough to handle chop, wind and waves with confidence. Length: 15'11.25"/ 486 cm Width (4" waterline): 33.25"/ 85cm Width (Gunwale): 35.25"/ 90 cm Crafted with Royalex for carefree use in rougher, more abusive conditions, it’s as close to an “all-purpose” canoe as you’ll get. GUNWALE STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS Vinyl IQ2 Gunwales, Web Seats, Yoke, IQ cupholders (2) Cane Seats, Additional Thwart, Skid Plates, Center...

Manufactured TripleTough for years of rugged, maintenance-free reliability, the Explorer T Ts also The Malecite is fast and efficient and accommodates both solo and tandem paddling. And the offer versatility and stability for tandem paddlers or the whole family. Freedom Solo is, quite simply, the most versatile solo boat on the market for mixed water conditions and uses. Width (Gunwale): 35.75"/ 91 cm Depth (Center): 14.25"/ 36 cm All the benefits of the original in a compact design. You’ll find it to be quite nimble in tighter waters and a spacious, stable solo canoe as well. STANDARD...

The shallow arch hull and moderate rocker of these canoes allow for effortless exploration and discovery of your favorite river along with all its treasures. Specifications Length: 15'/ 457 cm Width (4" waterline): 33"/ 84 cm Width (Gunwale): 33.5"/ 85 cm Class II-III capable. Nimble and capable of negotiating rocky rivers and coastal bayous. STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS Vinyl IQ2 Gunwales, Web Seats, Yoke, IQ cupholders (2) Cane Seats, Additional Thwart, Skid Plates, Center Seat Ash Gunwales, Web Seats, Yoke Depth (Center): 14.5"/ 37 cm Capacity: 960 lbs / 435 kgg...

The Reflection series offers reassuring stability, effortless straight-ahead efficiency and surprising maneuverability for use on lakes or rivers. At 45-48 lbs and 18'6" long, the Expedition is bringing tripping back in a big way. Designed with very little rocker and an asymmetrical hull, this hybrid composite “super” canoe will track true and stay on course thoughout your entire journey. Specifications Length: 15'4"/ 467 cm Width (4" waterline): 33"/ 84 cm Width (Gunwale): 34"/ 86 cm This compact responsive tandem sustains speed while remaining nimble on both flat water and river. Depth...

o u t r a g e / CAPTION W hen you say “play boat” the image in your head is the Outrage. Designed for different sized paddlers, select the edition that fits you best. And for tandem performance and agility, Caption is the only name you need to know. OUTRAGE RX Specifications Length: 12'/ 365 cm Width (4" waterline): 26.75"/ 68 cm Width (Gunwale): 25.5"/ 65 cm Royalex construction and proven design bring this canoe victories time and again. For the 190 pound and under paddler. GUNWALE STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS Vinyl IQ2 Gunwales, 2 Thwarts, IQ Cupholder (1)...

This durable series is equally at home on the river as it is on open water. The Explorer Series tracks well and cruises on flat water and is seaworthy enough to handle chop, wind and waves with confidence. 14 Specifications Length: 14'/ 427 cm Width (4" waterline): 34"/ 86 cm Width (Gunwale): 33"/ 84 cm Depth (Center): 14.5"/ 37 cm All the performance and maintenance-free ease of the 16, with added stability and ease of handling. STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS Padded Center Seat, Padded Bow & Stern Seats with Padded Adjustable Backrests, Mesh Pockets (2), Gear Tray,...

d u c k h u n t e r /a n g l e r The Duck Hunter offers classic styling paired with uncompromising functionality. And the Angler provides reassuring stability that allows you to focus on your fishing. DucK Hunter Length: 15'11.25"/ 486 cm Width (4" waterline): 33.25"/ 85cm Width (Gunwale): 35.25"/ 90 cm Crafted with an Explorer hull (olive drab in and out), this timeless canoe is fashioned with classic cane seats along with dark stained slotted ash gunwales, thwart and yoke. GUNWALE STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS Slotted & Stained Ash Gunwales, Stained Cane Seats,...

Exceptional stability and high capacity, the Synergy is ready for many kinds of recreation. It's a canoe version of a sit-on-top with the added benefit of generous, easily-accessible gear storage. The unique design keeps going in conditions where traditional sit-on-tops are beached. 12 Specifications Length: 12'/ 366 cm Width (4" waterline): 28"/ 71 cm Width (Gunwale): 30.75"/ 78 cm Depth (Center): 10"/ 25 cm Deeper and drier than conventional SOTs, its features include rod holders, cargo nets and padded seats with adjustable back rests. Material: Polyethylene Multi Chine Shallow Arch Hull...

Hull (Cross Section) To visualize this aspect of canoe design, think about bisecting the canoe from side to side. The hull cross section can impact canoe performance in a number of ways, from stability to maneuverability to speed. Canoes usually feature one of three hull cross sections: Flat, Shallow Arch, and Shallow Vee. Note that both Shallow Arch and Vee can vary in terms of degree or angle. shallow VEE width at gunwale width at waterline Measured at the widest point of the canoe and largely impacts stability and speed. The most common reference is width at the gunwales but an often...