Canoes

The Silverbirch Canoes SB17 Duracore Plus, is a Canadian canoe that was designed with one main objective. To work well in the commercial market, whether that is for Canadian canoe hire, or the outdoor education centre market. This open canoe measures in at approximately 17ft 2" in length and the weight carrying capacity is phenomenal. The SB17 comes in two main variants, the standard trim, and the low line trim. There is not really a standard seating configuration, but some of the most popular options are detailed below. It then incorporates a premium quality 3-layer construction, and the layering is perfectly chemically balanced. This gives the best levels of performance and durability.

The Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 16 Duracore Plus sits firmly as the classic 'prospector', with the versatility to switch from solo use to family days out and canoe camping trips. By optimizing the rocker, chine, camber and sidewall profile from classic “Prospector” designs, Silverbirch have shaped the Broadland 16 as a confidence inspiring canoe to paddle anywhere from local waterways to the classic wilderness environments of “traditional” canoe journeying.

The Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 15 Duracore Plus is a tough and durable 15ft open Canadian canoe that comes fitted with vinyl gunwales, seating for 2 paddlers and a standard carrying yoke. There are also front and rear ash carry handles, which make it easy to take your boat to and from the waters edge. The Broadland 15 is perfect for flat water use and transitioning onto moving water.

The Venture Ranger 162 Cruiser CL is a great choice of open canoe for relaxed escapes and family adventures. It's highly versatile, stable and supremely hard wearing, so whatever your skill level, it won't disappoint! The Cruiser features a relatively flat hull that remains remarkably stable whether loaded or bare, allowing beginners to progress with confidence and intermediated to push their limits to reach the next level. And thanks to the low profile design, you won't have to fight to stay on course if the wind decides to pick up!

The Venture Ranger 149 Cruiser CL is an open canoe that comes in at 14'7" long, making it ideal for newcomers to the world of paddle sport. It has a 350kg carrying capacity, so enough space for two paddlers plus all the kit you need for extended day trips on the water. The Ranger 149 has a premier plastic Corelite construction which provides enhanced levels of stiffness and abrasion resistance. The mid section has a 3-layer construction that tapers to two layers at the ends for added durability. Comes fitted as standard with Vinyl gunwales, plastic end decks, two seats and a central carrying yoke.