The Prospector 16 also makes an excellent solo canoe. He’s got a kevlar “Blem” on E-bay for the same as a new 'glass model. Probably the upper limit of this canoe, but got into some 2-3’ waves on Alder and no problems. Spring Creek and one of the other outfitters had used Souris canoes every year, year around, especially 16s and 17s, but I have not seem them for the last two years. If you are primarilary going tandum with gear please look at the new 17' Souris. :^( I prefer the Prospector as it fits the river stuff I like most. The grandkids had an experience they won’t soon forget! I do not even look at the new ones any longer. This canoe is fast and incredibly stable. You’re really looking for an unusual boat, a 16 footer that can carry two guys and gear for a week and also be an efficient solo cruiser. Both are faster than mine but they take more effort to turn. With the Duralight you do not need the expence of kevlar. Take care. No wonder it accounts for approximately 60% of our sales. No bottom shots, but several angles and close ups of the trim. Souris River Quetico 17 Canoe; souris-river-17; For information or reservations call: 218-388-2216. Hi Deb! E-mail me, Rob, as I still have access to the my old Quetico 16. (For other solo options, check-out our Tranquility and our Prospector 16.) SR hasn’t made the Jensen Huron since 2001. Here’s a link to their website. Up sizing the plane can cost a lot more! >:^) So my question is would the Q 16 have the capacity for a couple of 200 lb. Trying to get extra seat for 16 I was told to go to Souris direct. But from the little I know about the Souris hulls, I think you could get maybe 580 pounds in the boat with a good handling margin. Then I thought wait a minute, I’ve used a Wenonah Adirondack has a 19.5" bow and I believe 16" stern. I'd prefer to own the Q16 because I often solo my tandems and imagine the Q 17 is a bit much to paddle alone. The Quetico 16 also makes an excellent solo canoe. Estimate of Q16 capacityI have a 2002 Paddler magazine buyer’s guide and my lake tripper is a Souris River Jensen Huron 18. Prospectors vary quite a bit in speed and maneuverability, but can offer great capacity. My decision to buy a new canoe was catalyzed by the basic fact that my 34-yr old back can no longer endure portages beneath my 65 lb Sundowner. Author. system. It offers an incredible balance between all of these different functions. Souris River Quetico 17 Kevlar canoes for sale. It will not handle as much as the Mad River Explorer or the Spirit II, but will solo much easier than both. The ultimate wilderness tripping canoe - ultra-light, incredibly tough and very stable. I'll try again tomorrow to retrieve those pics. Wish I had the chance to test drive one or two. olwaterhound 08/19/2019 12:53PM. If you like action in your rivers and were to get two boats I would suggest a prospector and a 16 set up with three seats each. The Souris River Quetico 17 Canoe is designed to handle everything a tripper can throw at it. Souris River's epoxy resin is far superior to the poly resins used by almost all of the other manufactures. IMHO it accelerates from a stopped position quicker than any of those, but it isn’t a Bell! The last Duralite 16 I purchased was right at $1,000, but now is $2,000!) Had a lengthy post and lost it, I think P.net went off-line for awhile. The one I test paddled was nice. solo canoe that makes sense if you like to fish. Our largest canoe yet. Sounds GoodThanks Terry. This would further cut capacity, butwould make the 16 a better solo boat than if it were as flat bottomed as the 17. guys and a weeks gear? We had two scouts and an adult in th Q 17s the year before, plus our personal gear and the really heavy food packs. Is a good foto of the 17s.I just went out under the deck to look at my 16. Home. Lets look into that. Text. Mick. They stated strongly absolutely no more than 16.5' even for advanced (professional was the word they used) solo paddlers! And the lack of rocker isn’t that big a deal unless on a narrow, twisty stream. A solo paddler may want to tip, or heel, the boat toward the paddling side, and a very flat-bottomed craft may make that difficult. I had good quotes for several different Souris models, but ended up not being able to make the trips around the big lake. The hull is a shallower “V” than the Mad River, but is from stem to stem. HP piece of crap camera” Does the V carry back farther to the center than most boats but not all the way? I plan to use it for solo tripping. In looking at various kevlar tripping canoes I see that the Q 16 is capacity rated similarly to the Bell Northwind kevlar and the Hemlock Eagle and only a little lower than the Q 17. They are the Wilderness 18 and the Quetico 18.5. That is very helpful. These are quite different boats. Phone: 218-388-2216 Author. Mick, Just checked Spring Creek.They have in stock some used Souris 17s, but no 16s. Good speed and seaworthiness and incredible stability. 'Ol Blue actually looks white on the bottom, very little gelcoat left. Thanks to two inches of rocker, it’s surprisingly maneuverable for a 17-foot boat, even in narrow, twisting creeks. Please try again later. You actually get the benefit of … Souris told me to go to importer. Hope helps a little. Did you get another Adirondak? My impression was that it was a real sweet paddler but not the gear hauler that the Q 17 was. Used Royalex & Kevlar Canoes For Sale available Sept 2020 Solo, Tandem, 3-Person, and 4-Person from Wenonah, Souris River and Northstar Call: 800-328-3325 | Email: Outfitting@gunflint.com Canoes must be picked up in the fall (mid September to early October 2020) or in the spring (late April All the new Souris have taken big leaps in price. If you want something small, even if a follow up to a large purchase it is difficult. Those Ranger Otters look very interesting. The Quetico 17 is the only model we carry from the Atikokan, ON based Souris River Canoes (besides the 18.5 which is essentially a three-person version of the 17) because it’s their best and offers another level of comfort in rough waters that none of Wenonah’s models do. New price is the current season retail price. So well re-conditioned that they are for all intents and purposes, new canoes! So he donated it to an auction for the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and bought a pair of Souris River Queticos, a 16-footer for solo trips and a 17-footer for tandem paddling. My Quetico 17 (green Kevlar, le tigre pattern) is the third addition to my fleet, which includes a Wenonah Sundowner 17 (royalex) and a Souris River Tranquility solo (kevlar). Souris River Quetico 17 Kevlar canoes for sale. After three seasons as rental units for Tuscarora Lodge and Canoe Outfitters on the Gunflint Trail in northeastern MN, these canoes are ready to start their new life with a single owner. After three seasons as rental units for Tuscarora Lodge and Canoe Outfitters on the Gunflint Trail in northeastern MN, these canoes are ready to start their new life with a single owner. It’s a family boat,” … Brand new, Souris River Quetico 18.5 in Le Tigre kevlar. Those Ranger pictures on Ebay are helpful also. Kevlar Souris River Quetico 16’2″ Can also be used as a stable solo canoe. We could have added another 100 lbs probably with little effect except to maybe cripple us on the portages! Canoes are 2016 models and after three seasons as rental units for Tuscarora Lodge and Canoe Outfitters on the Gunflint Trail in northeastern MN, these canoes are ready to start their new life with a single owner. As a result it is excellent for both novices & experienced paddlers. As I recall, the Souris is a bit fuller going toward the ends, and that gives the 17 extra capacity. If you are going up there anway and can get to Thunder Bay, ON you should find much better prices. October 15, 2019, ... I’ve only test paddled Mad Rivers solo at a demo day, and I paddle mainly healed over Texanadian style so I never really noticed the possible issue of a shallow V rocking from one side to the other as I’ve seen mentioned by some when critiquing the shallow V. Boyscout was wanting it, but it's still in the barn. Text. I wanted to thank you and your team for a wonderful trip! Seemed plenty tough too and with the scouts you know even with good intention and effort they got banged around some. WW “Just” if you pack carefully.Capacity ratings can be deceptive. July 31, 2020, Seagull Canoe Outfitters Five Souris River Quetico 17 Kevlar canoes for sale. Maker's Spec Specifications Length: 17'3" Weight: 51 lbs (Duralite) 44 lbs (Kevlar/Epoxy) 42 lbs (Carbon-Tec) Gunwale Width: 35" Depth Bow: 20" Center Souris River Quetico 17 - … Last Visit: 11/28/2020 02:42AM Sort by. What a difference a dedicated center solo seat made! If if find a used kevlar in another brand I may jump on it, but if I order a boat it is probably going to be a Souris River Q 16 or 17. Manufacturer's Description: Ever since the Quetico 17 was introduced in the spring of 2000 it has been getting rave reviews from paddlers and outfitters alike. This feature is not available right now. SweetThanks for all the photos Terry. Could see getting into trouble in weather if lone paddling. BEST SELLER. Souris River Quetico 17' & 18.5' observations Forum Sponsor. Can not remember for sure, but think the small planes can not take the 17s. It excels if you are wilderness tripping, fishing or just day tripping. The site: http://www.canoegear.com/html/ look under “canoes” and then both "other"s Main menu. Is a Souris River Quetico 17 decent on rivers? It certainly looks like the cross winds would bother you less. BUT, I have to tell you about a similar, but IMHO BETTER hull. Hull shapeIf I recall correctly from my insomniac surfing last night the Q 16 has a slightly more rounded bottom compared to the Q 17 which is described as flat in the very center. It’s hard to describe, but it seemed to have all the attributes of the Explorer hull, but was easier to paddle; so essentially a “Tweaked” Explorer. I’d like for you to try this boat before you buy a Quetico since the prices of the Souris have risen to the moon. The Quetico 17 has been recognized as the ultimate multi purpose canoe. We have five available, all 2016 models. Does it turn OK and ride over waves well enough? Quetico 17 – 17’ 3” 44lbs. Some of the specs like the low bow and stern hight and small amout of rocker catch my eye. WW I have a Quectico 17 and a Wilderness 18. with nothing in the canoe and a stiff wind, you will fight to keep the canoe going where you want it. Can’t help but think of the scout trip I was on when we used those. I have paddled with my friend a Minnesota II and his Advantage. Last Visit: 11/01/2020 02:29AM Sort by. Souris River makes a fine canoe. There is also the restrictions on which canoe you can strap to a bush plane. When I sold it it was with the understanding that I could use it anytime I liked. It would be good if those ended up with a troop – or maybe aluminum is the only way to go there! Three Seater sale priced to move. Text. I’ve paddled it solo in the BWCAW a half dozen times and about 10-12 times tandem, and sometimes in big stuff, sometimes with a couple big guys. What a nice looking canoe – pretty lines. Northwind Northstar 17 vs Souris River Quetico 17 Forum Sponsor. About the WCA & CCR; Disclaimer; Privacy Policy; Copyright; Site Map; Join WCA I tried a 17 for a short paddle, but did not like it's handling as a solo at all. Because both boats were rated the same capacity, I think you would be fine with the Quetico 16 if your load is no more than 600 lbs. Last canoe in stock for the season. The Quetico 17 is our best selling model, and for good reason. Its long waterline keeps it tracking straight and makes good time on big lakes. ** Le Tigre is a visually impressive color combination of … We rented a Bell Northwind in Kev lite and it handled things just fine. As for stability, if the hulls are very similar and of equal beam, the 16’ hull will be a bit less stable than the 17’ hull. Last Visit: 12/08/2020 04:07PM Sort by. Really happy with mine. I went to another party after doing without my extra seats for the season. Here’s a link to some pics of mine, Rob. I will drop you an email with some questions. I studied the Q 17 bottom when we had them secured for the night on that scout trip, but darned if I remember my impressions about it 3 years later. I did listen for a change and passed on the Prospector. InterestingThanks for your thoughts on this, Terry. I agree, they look nice. For sale our 2020 rental fleet of reconditioned 16', 17', and 18.5' Souris River Canoes Tucked away for the winter in our retail store. I’ve only test paddled Mad Rivers solo at a demo day, and I paddle mainly healed over Texanadian style so I never really noticed the possible issue of a shallow V rocking from one side to the other as I’ve seen mentioned by some when critiquing the shallow V. models and owned a few, The 16 in particular. But, having paddled the other boats loaded and unloaded I think the Ranger would have pretty much the same volume as the Quetico 16 and possibly a hair more than the Adirondack, a bit less than the Explorer. BigCurrent ... Can you pull the thwart behind the bow seat on a Northstar 17 and then paddle solo by reversing the canoe and sitting … It’s not a question of build quality, but construction method. Used kevlar solo canoe perfect for fisherman or people bring along a load for extended wilderness camping. Thanks for the input. ... Quetico 18.5. Kind of feels like an Explorer in that it has similar primary and secondary stability, but doesn’t feel like it takes as much effort to get it moving as the Explorer does (I’m talking about the composite, not royalex Explorer). I have been happy with both. They are built with wilderness in mind. I know you had some good times with yours. Paddling Souris River Quetico 16 over large waves. Man, I can’t keep up with whats in your fleet!! Note: * Souris River Canoes new and used models are subject to 5% GST and 6% PST taxes. http://www.rangercanoe.com/. at least that was my experience. Souris River Quetico 17 . OK, just because a new job will keep me from making a hoped for trip to the BWCAW this summer, doesn't mean I can't dream of lake tripping canoes and plan to order one this offseason. Let me know, maybe we can meet somewhere and you could try both boats. Will make this short as you have a lot of good info already, especially from Terry. Belly seems a little bit rounder and the V of the bow and sterm steem about a quarter to a third shorter than the 17s. Had a nice long boat discussion with the guy that delivered the canoe (he delivers boats for several manufacturers in the northeast) and he told me the manufacturer of the Ranger was friends with THE Henry’s, so he’s no stranger to canoe hull design. (Best educated guess is loss of new business tax breaks and environmental issues drove prices up. I would say the maneuverability would be similar to the Quetico 16, possibly better. ThanksThanks for sharing your thoughts and experience Mick. Also, he has a few on E-nay right now. My Two CentsHave done week long trip in the BWCAW with our old Quetico 16 with me and a friend about your size, Rob. … then he’ll buy some more canoes, Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled, -- Last Updated: Jun-24-06 8:38 PM EST --, http://www.pbase.com/ozarkpaddler/ranger_canoe. We have five available, all 2016 models. HellmanSaw a fair number of folks with Hellman canoes last September in British Columbia. They still have many, many Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness adventures in them. Total WeightI’m just going from the top of my head, but I think my brother and law and I were under 600 lbs on our 7 day trip a couple of years ago. http://www.pbase.com/ozarkpaddler/ranger_canoe. In the real world of BWCA / Quetico travel I think maximum performance load on my JH18 is 600 lbs, and that’s a hull displacement of about 5". Thats a good reminder of the hull shape. Grand Marais, Minnesota 55604, For a free brochure or to make a reservation: The used supply has seemed to dried up with the new higher prices in effect. (Three if you count the Prospector 17.5). A couple of years ago we tripped out of Atikokan, ON with a scout troop in Q 17's. Souris River makes two boats in the 18 foot range. Souris River Quetico 17 Forum Sponsor. Tell me about the "combination shallow V/ shallow arch bottom. HP piece of crap camera won't download! Food was great, equipment top notch and always a friendly smile! Parts for a pack system finally came after a few calls and a wait. prospector?Souris river used to make a prospector. Good to see those Duralites at Spring Creek. Remember it being reported here that they were tightening up on maximum canoe size after an increase in problems. Supports my thinking on the 17’s marginal suitability for soloing. I think if a person took a Wenonah Adirondack, a Quetico 16, and a composite Explorer, threw them in a big pot, then mixed them together you would get this boat. The 17 has taken over as the main back woods horse with a little more speed and capacity, but is too long for a serious solo boat. Contact (888) 266-6386. I have the Ranger Otter and it has a similar feel as the Quetico 16, and Mad River Explorer but IMHO it’s a better paddling boat than ANY of the others mentioned except the Bell’s. Also, how does the Q 16 compare stability wise? That is a pretty cool deal keeping the borrow back rights! They still have many, many Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness adventures in them. Jami Philip, 42, an Assistant City Clerk in Scandia, Minnesota, loves her Souris River Quetico 17. I couldn't find rating on the Mad River Explorer kevlar or the Wenonah Spirit II. Text. E-mail: seagull@seagulloutfitters.com, Copyright © 2020 Seagull Canoe Outfitters | All Rights Reserved, COVID-19 Cleaning Guidelines for Seagull Outfitters Cabins in 2021. We had some great Adirondack canoeing near family in NY last week across 14 lakes/ponds, 4 rivers. ... Join Souris River Perks. There was some issues expressed here on the boards about service from the importer. It does look like it would move very well (reminds me a little of my old Sawyer Cruiser). WW, When Terry wins the lottery …first he will buy a real camera to replace that “freakin’ @#$%&! If you are an experienced solo paddler or an occasional kayaker who likes the tripping gear capacity and loading ease of a canoe, ... 17" 13.5" 15" Colours *Includes aluminum trim, ... Join Souris River Perks. Whether you use this canoe for fishing, day outings or short to medium wilderness tripping, you will be delighted with its versatility. Your point is well taken on the bow and stern heights. Don’t know about the 16. 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