Prospector Series
    Originally designed by the Chestnut Canoe Co. in 1910, the Prospector is generally known as the best wilderness tripping canoe of all time. Nova Craft has been faithful to the original design. The Prospector has good sharp entry lines for speed but the ends flare out quickly to float the bow over waves. The canoe is stable, but sensitive to leans for carving turns whether paddling tandem or solo. The moderate rocker in the keel line allows quick pivoting and side-slipping in rapids. There is no better canoe for lakes, rivers, whitewater rapids, and wilderness trips. We carry the 15', 16' and 17' versions all in Royalex Lite material. Royalex Lite is a type of ABS plastic sandwiched on either side of a foam core. The material offers excellent strength and weight, and a reasonable price. Standard trim is black anodized aluminum gunwales with ash seats, yoke and thwart. We also carry the 16' version in Kevlar/Spectra for a lighter alternative to Royalex Lite.

Prospector 15' RL - $1575
Material: Royalex Lite
Length 15'
Width: 36"
Weight: 60lbs.
Trim: Nylon laced seats, aluminum gunwales, deluxe ash yoke.

Prospector 16' RL - $1595
Material: Royalex Lite
Length 16'
Width: 36"
Weight: 64lbs.
Trim: Nylon laced seats, aluminum gunwales, deluxe ash yoke.
Also available with ash gunwales and deep dish yoke for $1945.

Prospector 16' Kev/Spec - $2595
Material: Kevlar/Spectra
Length 16'
Width: 36"
Weight: 52lbs.
Trim: Nylon laced seats, aluminum gunwales, deluxe ash yoke.

Prospector 17' RL - $1695
Material: Royalex Lite
Length 17'
Width: 36"
Weight: 68lbs.
Trim: Nylon laced seats, aluminum gunwales, deluxe ash yoke.