(probably added 4 ounces and $10. Most Wenonah canoes are made of aramid, fiberglass or other composite blends. It's just a little heavy lifting it up to the rafters in my garage, or if you have to carry it very far. The Prism has fine performance and capacity with enough stability for anyone to handle. I have only paddled on flat water so far. Wilderness has same bow and stern depth as prism and is two inches deeper mid-ships- So it presents slightly more freeboard to the wind albeit less overall length exposure (much greater width though). 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. Not that space is an issue because this canoe has lots of it due to it's length and volume, it also tracks well, but is not quick to turn so forget whitewater in the prism. Predictable stability is my favorite feature of the Prism. Contact Our Canoe Specialists Today: Email Us (800) 223-6565 Buy Online Its also the most affordable composite material available from them. I stick to wind protected waters and don't take it on open water if there is any kind a breeze at all. 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. 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. I would choose again a We-no-nah Prism. But only, only, because of the wind problem I give it a 9 because I can't use it in places I would like to other wise. Ultralight materials are Wenonahs lightest and most expensive canoe material options. Its common for outfitters to sell off their rental fleets at the end of each season. Ive done 4-7 day trips at Lowes Lake, Raquette River- Long Lake- Raquette Falls, and the three Saranac Lakes. I've been paddling the Prism for about four years now. > I have been paddling a Wenonah Oddysey on wilderness trips for about 15 years > now and want to go to a solo canoe. I am a large person at 240# and an experienced canoeist. Also, I often have a 60lb dog with me. I've fished in the prism empty and it feels just fine. reinstalled the rear thwart further back from the seat so it wouldn't press against my back which it did in its original position. Read the Wenonah Canoe Buying Advice below for an overview of their canoe materials. A good boat, a sports car compared to the solo plus. T-Formex canoes are manufactured from multi-laminate sheets, painstakingly designed specifically for each model. I had been sitting in its tractor seat for over 1500 miles of the Missouri River and had never really worried about its stability. Wenonah builds tandem and solo racing canoes that regularly win flatwater canoe races. 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. This boat is FAST! Generally, longer boats with ultralight materials will be more expensive than shorter boats that are built with T-Formex or Flexcore. However it never really tracked well and the primary stability was poor. They are ideal for speed and distance paddling and for all people or conditions that demand the lightest gear. Q-Star Sea Otter Kayak. In this process I change between straight shaft and bent shaft paddles. I bought a prism (Foam core Kevlar) after canoeing for years and looking for a solo for about a year. A little more care is required if you want to keep your boat bottom looking good. 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. Taken it in and out of the Angleworm portage in the BWCA twice and the canoe carries great. 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'm large, 6'2" 250lbs, I traded a solo plus which is longer and heavier. This boat feels like it was built for me. Seats, footbraces, and all hardware is then riveted into these plates. Build by heavy ships, the Prism is very safe. Purists cover your ears. Ultra-light hulls are stiff and incredibly light. Only initial deficit, is wishing seat was able to be adjusted "on the fly", but that's minor. I personally feel this can be down right dangerous in the wrong set of circumstances and it's positively annoying otherwise to say the least. It just feels stable. It is Tuf-Weave center rib construction with aluminum trim and foot brace. The Prism is our most popular composite solo canoe. I suppose it should track straight, being that it's 16'6" long and has no rocker, but it definitely does a good job doing what it was designed to do. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is practically in Wenonahs backyard. So often, reviews are just written by groupies of a particular brand that will only view a product through rose colored glasses. Combination of both? Sliding bucket seat is comfortable, and the spring clip that holds it in place can be adjusted quickly with one hand. Before we noticed to many alligators watching the dog waiting for it to become a snack the Mohawk solo 14 that has a flat bottom was her favorite solo. Buy in monthly payments with Affirm on orders over $50. Read reviews for the Wilderness by Wenonah Canoe, Inc. as submitted by your fellow paddlers. Good boat otherwise, very stable and a joy to lug around and throw up on top of a car. At 65 years old I figured it was time to let go of my 85 pound 40 year old aluminum Michecraft (bless it's dented soul), and upgrade to some form of UL. 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. Electing to buy a used canoe, especially a Wenonah, is a great way to get a high-quality canoe for a lower price. Included in this category is the flagship Wenonah 17 canoe. Composite material is an all-encompassing term describing canoes made with woven fabrics and resins. Its more rigid than Tuf-weave and a little bit lighter. Wenonah Canoe Prism Solo Touring Canoe Watch on CANOE RATINGS Efficiency 8.0 Maneuverability 7.0 Capacity 9.0 Stability 9.0 Seaworthy 8.0 DIMENSIONS Length 16' 6" (502.92cm) Gunwale Width 26" (66.04cm) Maximum Width 30.75" (78.105cm) Waterline Width 29.75" (75.565cm) Stern Depth 17" (43.18cm) Center Depth 12.5" (31.75cm) Bow Depth 19" (48.26cm) It works well both ways. . I test paddled two Wenonahs last year, a Prism and an Encounter, and bought the Encounter in Kevlar flex-core. Can't have everything which is why I keep trying out new canoes. It's greatest charm is it's versatility paddles well empty or loaded, great flatwater tripper, OK in mild whitewater and very fast! I have a Wenonah Prism in Kevlar flex core layup which serves my canoeing needs very well. Composite materials are lighter than T-Formex, but cannot match its durability. If you compare the measurements that wenonah gives for the prism it is about 3" higher at the bow and the stern than the advantage, which people reviewing that canoe say is not affected by the wind so this may be why the prism has problems, at least with a 175 lb load. 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. I purchased my Wenonah Prism (with Flex-Core Kevlar hull, gel coat, and aluminum trim all around) brand new in 1998. The kneeling position is a bit different than with a bench seat - you have to straddle the seat mount and put your feet on the sides of the seat instead of under it. I have been satisfied with the turning even without heeling over. Wenonah Canoe :: Portaging Accessories / Portaging Ash Yoke Attractive and durable. As a result, maneuverability is the trade-off, but I haven't had any trouble turning. Seats, footbraces, and all hardware is then riveted into these plates. Their high weight capacities accommodate the extra gear that usually accompanies these endeavors. I think it's the perfect boat for an easy weeks worth of gear. In the wind it really helps to be properly trimmed. Youll be joining a long line of canoeists whove paddled the worlds waters in these signature boats. 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. Inspect the hull for deeper cuts that might expose the cloth. The IB in IB Ultralight stands for Innegra blend. Some models have the option to have the hull gelcoated for extra resilience. It was a ultra light Kevlar canoe. I had to work a bit harder to make her go straight, but I expected that. Wenonah also owns the kayak brand Current Designs and builds them in the same Minnesotafacility. I actually find my tandem canoes much easier to portage than the prism. We also add extra fabric layers to strengthen specific targeted areas. Wenonah and Northstar have different design philosophies. We've used it for more than 30 years to construct extremely light and tough canoes. The justification for this is that a number cannot adequately account for the weight distribution or conditions the canoe will be paddling in. Overall, it's a good flat water boat, especially if you like to hit and switch. The larger the solo the more I assume that you will be in the weight range it was designed for with the dog, gear and ballast. I do not like the tractor seats so I ordered the canoe with cane and wood seats and wood gunwales. After taking over an abandoned factory in Winona, Minnesota, the company exploded, associating itself with the burgeoning canoe racing scene. I can handle that without a sweat. I'm not a pro or a competitive paddler, but I use my gear. I am in my late 60's and the kneeling thing doesn't work for me any more except for brief periods. They build everything from stable recreational canoes to fast racing boats. More weight might help with the wind problem but I haven't tried that yet. Aramid UltraLite, Silver trim - $3599. 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.". The best Wenonah canoe youll find will be one that aligns with your paddling style, so note where the reviewer takes the canoe and what they use it for. I sit and switch and I also paddle in classic style. In the canoe market, Wenonah canoes are comparable to other composite canoes. When you are talking the Northstar canoe I believe your are asking about their Northwind solo. Talking to ALOT of good folks and reps at the annual Canoecopia in Madison got me headed toward a Wenonah. Wenonahs composite canoes are easily repaired if they have any damage. 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. Portaging them is great. Aramid, the fiber used for aerospace, body armor and bulletproof vests, is amazingly light and strong. This is a great all-around material, balancing weight and strength. A factory second-quality canoe is also called a Blem. Their composite canoes are lighter, making them easier on portages. 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. Unfortunately this 44 pound canoe is harder for me to lift than it was when I purchased it 9 years ago. 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. T-Formex canoes will tolerate just about whatever you throw at them and are excellent choices if you dont mind the extra weight. I guess to summarize this boat I would say that she is a sweet boat that paddles very well light and loaded. The company founder, Mike Cichanowski, still owns Wenonah canoe. This process is ideal for canoes that will not receive the same degree of coddling as ultralight ones. The current just grabbed the bow and I couldn't make some curves w/o a few tries. 02/18/2014 12:45PM (Thread Older Than 3 Years). You'll want to use a kayak paddle on lakes to keep up any speed. I generally use a bent shaft paddle with the sit-and-switch technique. MINNESOTA 2 TRIPPER 18`6` My one complaint has been a lack of stability. Then I purchased a Wabash Valley C1 or what was an early version of it. These are necessary adjustments for this model and now trim and stability are great, even in rough water. Yesterday I picked up a kayak paddle, and that is even better. 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 did not have a problem, but then again, she is fast enough that I get where I am going before the afternoon winds. Its versatile enough to travel through riffles and rapids while loaded, but tracks decently on lakes too. Wenonah's Tuf-weave material is an interwoven fabric made of 50% polyester and 50% fiberglass that out performs either material alone. It's ideal for paddlers desiring more stiffness in their composite canoe. 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. The blunt entry pushes water, and the fixed seat makes adjusting trim difficult. Champlain 18' Tripper . 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. But I still love my Prism anyway! The Royalex has stood up very well to hits and scrapes on the granite boulders by the shores. These are solid canoes for recreational paddling, but much heavier than Wenonahs composites. They dont require much maintenance, and can withstand impacts and abrasions impressively. Hope you enjoy your wilderness as much as I do mine, without having to use a saw. It's not a work horse, so do not expect to pile it over the gunwales with gear, but I can take about 100 to 125 lbs of gear and not adversely affect the handling. Day-tripping canoes like the Heron are intended for two paddlers and a small amount of gear. Seats, footbraces, and all hardware is then riveted into these plates. Thanks, Rick. The seat is placed too close to the center at the factory. A Spirit II 17-foot canoe built with Ultralight aramid weighs 42 pounds, or 45 pounds with a gelcoat hull. I plan to sell her only because I have a fear of commitment (or so they say) and just want to try out a different design. Not into is and not with it,sideways. Tracking - This canoe tracks a straight line. I bird watch with binoculars and make videos while parked and have found that a 2lb round fishing weight makes a great anchor and takes up little space. In general I don't think the We-no-nah canoes are quite as well finished as the Bell canoes but they are satisfactory. Bucket seats restrict the paddler to sittingwhich may be the more comfortable option on longer trips. 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 makes them the ideal choice for sportsmen, whitewater paddlers, families and kids, or anybody who wants a very durable canoe. Turning is the compromise, but once you get used to leaning the boat, that imprves dramatically. It will also respond to a well executed C stroke when I want to stay on one side for a while. 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. I have a Voyager in ultra light kevlar. The pros are its light weight, and the narrow design make it a speedy boat. Seats, footbraces, and all hardware is then riveted into these plates. Kneel exclusively, hopefully with straight? After a few measurements the seat placement was identified as the culprit. I would prefer to have the option of kneeling, but the sliding tractor seat makes it a sit down canoe. I did a lot of research before choosing the Prizm and it paid off in a great boat. My only issue with this canoe is a feeling I get with Wenonah in general. For most general canoeing needs, theres a Wenonah canoe to match. Another downside to this design is the tractor seat. Wenonah Prism Solo Canoe at The Boundary Waters Catalog An all-purpose solo with a good blend of stability, efficiency and capacity. The tractor seat is comfy for hours and hours if you use a gel yak pad on top of it. SKU: 2372. The boat isn't that manoeuverable but then it is a trip boat after all and tracks well and fast. We offer many models in T-Formex, ranging from cost-conscious touring and sport canoes, to robust whitewater assault canoes. The Prism has a lake canoe design, tracks straight, but handles well on rivers and streams. 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. Incredibly versatile, it'll take you comfortably over all kinds of waters. Aramid Flexcore has the benefits of aramid with some extra reinforcements. Learn more, We use cookies to enhance your experience, for analytics, and to support 3rd party content and advertising providers. Any high performance hull will tend to have quirks when things are not in trim. It is also significantly lighter. I have not paddled the NW solo form a kneeling position, or from a elevated sitting position that would be required after replacing the drops to kneeling drops. Wenonah's Tuf-weave material is an interwoven fabric made of 50% polyester and 50% fiberglass that out performs either material alone. 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. They are versatile in length, ranging from just under 15 feet to more than 19 feet. I recommend this boat for any intermediate paddler and above who wants to go solo! An initial question would concern OP's stance in the boat: Sit exclusively, hopefully with bent paddle? The composite construction is easily repairable, and the T-Formex is rugged enough that these canoes will last many seasons. Also, I usually have only gear fro the day and the boat is lightly loaded. Faster then any tandem boat i have paddled and will take a LOT of gear. 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. $5 and under ; $500 and over ; Selected Items . After 20 years of use, I'd give it 2 thumbs up to anyone considering acquiring one. Use this chart to help decide which canoe is right for you. .35 lbs. (Of course since its a sliding seat with an adjustable foot brace, it is very handy for trimming the canoe for a different wind situations) It removes the option of kneeling while paddling. I've seen a few comments that the canoe is "tippy" and I have to disagree. While I've only actually flipped a couple or three times, I find that I've got very little leaning leeway, and have never gotten past the point of feeling like I have to be cautious. Bought a kevlar/flex prism a couple of years ago. It is qiute stable but with considerable tumblehome I dont lean it too far over. 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. Very fast and paddles well with any style, J stroke, C stoke or hit and switch. I've had mine for 5 years, I beat the hell out of it and it only has one small piece of duct tape on it. Wenonah Wilderness - Aramid Ultralight, Silver Trim, Center Adjustable Hung Web Seat, Integrated Skid Plates - Blem. Like plastic canoes, Wenonah sells composite repair kits for any touch-ups needed. Learn more. You may also want to bring your canoe pack or barrel along and make sure they fit inside (will two barrels fit beside each other between the thwarts?). Tracking-both track well and turn OK. A slight edge here to MN II. 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. So I bought another one last season, in kevler/ultralite/wood. It is less twitchy without a load than the Prism and handles trailing waves better because you sit lower in the water, and it's definitely easier to turn against a strong side wind. 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. The Tuf-weave layup results in our most durable composite canoes. The Prism is a great boat but it's limited to open water and larger rivers. Any canoe will seem tippy to a novice, but anyone even remotely familiar with performance canoes will appreciate the stability of the Prism. Direct sunlight can damage and discolor the canoe. Help keep the flying moose flying and We also add extra fabric layers to strengthen specific targeted areas. Wilderness 15' 4" Solo Tripper . With a few professional lessons and practice, the boat responds to all my directions quickly and smoothly. Incredibly versatile, it'll take you comfortably over all kinds of waters. The Prism is our most popular composite solo canoe. The boat tracks very well. As for speed, my Etrex indicates that it does about 3 mph. 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. Both options have their merits, and accomplished paddlers sit or kneel on either side of thedebate. 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.Canoe & Kayak Magazine said it well when they wrote, " The Prism is all about glide and speed. I have it in the tuff-weave layup and it is more than manageable to portage. These boats have lots of rocker to navigate obstacles as they move in the current. Wenonahs Sports & Leisure canoes are the most stable of their models. Jensen V1-Pro 18' 6", Jensen V1-A Mens 18' 6", J-193 18' 0". Wenonah has more canoe models for backcountry tripping or paddling with more than two paddlers. Neither of these has been a problem. 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. It's hard to argue with "if it ain't broke, don't fix it", but isn't that what Kodak said when digital cameras came out? along with the wonderful resources, interactive maps, and online community. Use their dealer locator tool to find where to buy a Wenonah canoe near you. I own a Prism and like it for speed and flat water paddling. This is an easy fix with repair kits available from Wenonah. 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