Source: Eco-Sports Unlimited
Kayak or Canoe? This question is often asked and the answer would depend on where your answer came from. If you think a kayak is better suited for you, then go for a kayak.
Personally, I like canoe for its aesthetic look and the way one paddles it using the single-bladed canoe paddle. The movement, both man and boat simply look so gentle and graceful, particularly the Canadian-style paddling.
Functional or otherwise, if you think a canoe is the right one for you, here’s one canoe you’ll want to investigate before making your final purchase, the Mohawk.
While many other canoe companies have gone on and build kayaks and hybrids, Mohawk Canoes have stayed on and continue to build canoes, incorporating newer and better material and technology. With over 40 years of experience, Mohawk Canoes’ passion and continued commitment to building top quality canoes and delivering value is evident in every canoe they build.
Here are a few of their popular models.
Tandem Canoes
NOVA 16
Length:15′11″. Beam at gunwale:35″. Beam at 4″ waterline: 35″.
Depth at bow:20″, at center:14.3″, at stern:19″.
Weight approx. 65lbs.(Royalex), 59lbs.(Royalite) Estimated capacity: 750 lbs.
Fast and sleek with advanced styling .It has one of the sharpest and most efficient entry lines of any Royalex canoe. The Nova 16,with accent lines molded under the deck, is one of our most attractive canoes. A tucked in center section makes solo paddling easier. The flared sides below the tucked in line and the shallow arched bottom give the Nova good initial and final stability.
For lightweight and most canoeing conditions, choose R-84 Royalite. For added durability when the canoe is used in Rocky streams or where whitewater will be encountered, choose the heavier Royalex material. This is one of our most popular tandem canoes. for both wilderness tripping ,touring and general recreation use.
INTREPID 16
Intrepid 16-Length: 16′2″, Beam at gunwale: 36″, Beam at 4″ waterline: 34.5″,
Depth: at bow 21.5″, at center 14″, at stern 21″.
Weight approx: 73lbs. Estimated capacity: 850 lbs.
The Mohawk Intrepid’s are dry, high volume canoes, with slightly arched and moderately-rockered bottoms, they are the most versatile of our canoes. Very stable and dry, they are at home running whitewater rivers or carrying fisherman to their favorite fishing spot. Because of their roomy, full volume, flared ends with extra reinforcing, the Mohawk Intrepid’s are the best choice when the canoe will be used in both flat and whitewater. The 17′ Mohawk Intrepid has few equals as a stable, load-carrying, wilderness tripper. Both the Mohawk Intrepid 16′ and 17′ are an excellent, roomy, stable, load-carrying family canoes.
SPORT 14
Length: 14′, Beam at gunwale: 37.75″, Beam at 4″ waterline 35.63″.
Depth: at bow 20″at center 13.25″ at stern 20″.
Weight approx. 65lbs. (Royalex), 54lbs.(Royalite). Estimated capacity: 650 lbs.
The Sport 14 with its wide full bottom, offers generous stability for fishing, hunting and bird watching. This compact lightweight canoe is easy to lift and carry and provides a good stable platform for sporting activities.
ODYSSEY 15T
Length:15′, Beam at gunwale: 33.75″, Beam at 4″ waterline: 32″
Depth: bow 19.25″, center 13″, stern 19.25″.
Weight approx. 60lbs. (Royalex), 57lbs.(Royalite). Estimated capacity: 500lbs.
The Mohawk Odyssey 15T is a tandem canoe that is lightweight, stable and easy to paddle, but narrow enough to comfortably paddle as a solo canoe. The Mohawk Odyssey 15T is an excellent choice for the paddler that is looking for a great tandem/solo combination. The solo option in the Mohawk Odyssey 15T can be accomplished with the addition of a third seat, or simply by paddling from the bow seat in reverse.
Solo Canoes
SOLO 13
Length: 13′, Beam at gunwale: 29″, Beam at 4″ waterline: 30.25″
Depth: at bow 18″, at center, 12.5″ at stern 18″
Approx. weight: 41 lbs. (Royalex), 36lbs (Royalite R-84). Estimated capacity: 300 lbs.
Solo 13, Mohawk’s compact, light and strikingly-beautiful canoes with a tucked in center section, and detailed lines molded into the bow and stern. Nimble on the water, the Mohawk Solo brand of canoes are a delight to paddle. A joy on small twisty creeks- yet with flared bow and sides, the Mohawk Solo 13 can easily handle light whitewater and choppy lakes. Great for small paddlers, but won’t let the 200 pounder’s down either!
Discover the ultimate pleasure in canoeing: Solo paddling in a Solo 13 by Mohawk Canoes.
SOLO 14
Length: 14′, Beam at gunwale: 29″, Beam at 4″ waterline: 30.25″
Depth: at bow 18″, at center 12.5″ , at stern 18″
Approx. weight: 44 lbs. (Royalex), 39lbs (Royalite, R-84). Estimated capacity: 375 lbs.
Solo 14, Mohawk’s compact, light and strikingly-beautiful canoes with a tucked in center section, and detailed lines molded into the bow and stern. Nimble on the water, the Mohawk Solo brand of canoes are a delight to paddle. A joy on small twisty creeks- yet with flared bow and sides, the Mohawk Solo 14 can easily handle light whitewater and choppy lakes. Great for small paddlers, but won’t let the 200 pounder’s down either!
ODYSSEY 14
Length: 14′2″, Beam at gunwale: 29″, Beam at 4″ waterline: 30.5″
Depth: at bow 19″, at center 14″ at stern 19″
Approx. weight: 49 lbs. (Royalex), 43lbs.(R-84 Royalite). Estimated capacity: 400 lbs.
The Mohawk Odyssey 14’s functional styling combines flared-sides for a dryer ride and exceptional final stability. A tuck-in narrows the center section to make solo paddling easier . The Mohawk Odyssey 14 canoe is nimble and fun to paddle, especially on twisty rocky streams.
The Mohawk Odyssey 14 – at home on both lakes and whitewater.
Whitewater Canoes
PROBE 13
Length 12′8″, Beam @ gunwale 28.5″, Beam @ 4″ waterline 28″, Approx weight 49lbs, Rocker 5″
Of the three solo Mohawk Probes, the Mohawk Probe 13 is the most popular. The Mohawk 13 is the boat that most entry level paddlers can start out with, and never grow out of. The Mohawk Probe 13’s 28″ beam at the 4″ waterline makes it quick to accelerate off the line. The flair at the center section gives the Mohawk Probe 13, a tremendous amount of secondary stability that loyal, Mohawk Probe paddlers love. The Mohawk Probe 13, like other Mohawk Probes, has a symmetrical rocker. This feature makes ferrying, eddy turns and peel outs in the Mohawk Probe 13 very predictable. Combine the symmetrical rocker with the flared sides, and the Mohawk Probe 13 provides confidence while leaning the canoe.
The Mohawk Probe 13 – Often Imitated — NEVER Duplicated!!
XL 15
Length 15′4″, Beam @ gunwale 35″, Beam @ 4″ waterline 32″, Approx weight 65lbs, Rocker 3″
The Mohawk XL-15 tandem whitewater canoe is a favorite of schools and outfitters. Roomy and stable enough for 2 large paddlers and plenty of gear (or bring your buddy dog along), heading out for a weekend of exploring the outdoors. With the Mohawk XL-15 there are many available options that include: As any of our playboats, you can buy it bare and outfit yourself, with kneeling thwarts, or 2 or 3 position foam saddle. The Mohawk XL-15 canoe is also available with 2 web seats, and outfitted with yokes and thwarts.
The Mohawk XL-15 – We’ll make the canoe – you customize it your way!
For more information about Mohawk canoes, please contact Eco-Sports Unlimited at +6(019) 3122181 or write to enquiry@eco-sports.com.my.
Gerald K.
