Esquif
-Expedition worthy, and excellent for day trips-
When the manufacturer of Royalex ceased production in 2014 Esquif saw a big oppourtunity. With 18 years of experience making Royalex canoes they knew they could respond to paddlers needs for a durable, reliable and superior canoe. Esquif’s T-Formex material to the rescue! A superior material for your favourite canoeing adventures whether you are looking for a Touring, Whitewater, Whitewater Touring, Fishing, or Hunting canoe.
But Esquif isn’t just about tough canoes, they are about performance as well. Built by passionate paddlers, the company was founded with the idea of building a better canoe, and that remains their mission today. “Every boat is built the same way today as the first boats I made for my friends and family years ago. It is built to get you on the water and home safe this season and for seasons to come. Oh yes, and we do it with a smile on our face.” - Jacques, Esquif founder.
Below are the models that will be in stock at White Rose Canoe for the 2022 paddling season. To see the full line or for more information, visit the Esquif website: https://esquif.com/en/
Canoe colors and materials shown below are representative, and may not reflect current stock.
General Touring: Good for a wide range of paddlers and all round general touring
Adirondack 12’: Solo. Paddling Magazine’s 2022 Canoe of the Year. Designed like the traditional Adirondack pack canoes this boat is a great choice for those looking for a lightweight solo canoe that is small and lightweight, but still offers great performance and durability.
Reading reviews of the Adirondack on Padding.com: https://paddling.com/gear/adirondack
Scout 14’6”: Looking for a canoe the whole family can enjoy, but wanting it in a smaller, lighter, and more easily transportable package? Look no further than the Esquif Scout. Built with added width and volume, the Scout is also made from indestructible T-Formex for a durability and zero maintenance. Unlike other plastic canoes it will not warp or dent and give you a lifetime of maintenance free paddling. Designed for families, sportsmen, paddlers... the reliable Scout canoe is always ready to be strapped on your roof for your next water adventure.
Huron 15 & 16: The Huron is ideal for cottagers and recreational canoeists who want a rugged canoe for paddling on calm bodies of water and small rivers but who don’t need the depth and capacity of the Prospecteur. The Huron is pulled from the same mold as the Prospecteur but we trim it down to 12.5”, as opposed to 14.5”. The lower profile reduces the weight and makes it easy to paddle in breezy conditions as either a solo or tandem.
Reviews on Paddling.com: https://paddlingmag.com/boats/canoes/canoe-review-esquif-canoe-huron-recreational-canoe/
Performance Touring: Efficient, do-everything canoe for folks with paddling experience
Avalon 16’2: Designed for canoe camping, the Avalon is extremely quick, light and easy to maneuver. It is built for those paddlers who occasionally face rapids.Its design ensures straight tracking and allows for excellent glide between paddle strokes. The adjustable front seat allows the canoe’s trim to be changed according to the paddlers’ weight.A kneeling thwart is included for easy solo paddling.
Reviews on Paddling.com: https://paddling.com/gear/esquif-canoes-avalon-canoe
Hunting and Fishing: Rock solid, stable and great for kids/dogs .
Mallard XL 12’ 4”: Square stern. Paddle, row, or motor to your favorite fishing or hunting spotthis square stern canoe is wide and stable for casting, yet efficient for all day cruising. The T-Formex material, vinyl gunwales and comfortable webbed seats are the perfect blend of performance, durability with lightness. Paddle on lakes, rocky rivers and salt marshes with 100% confidence. The UV-Resistant exterior makes year-round outdoor storage a reality at remote camps and cabins. Leave the trailer at home while accessing remote launches. At 59 pounds this canoe is light enough for car top transportation, long portages and easy storage when done.Let the Mallard XL be your guide on your next hunting or fishing trip.
Reviews on Paddling.com: https://paddling.com/gear/mallard-xl
Heron 14’6”: The Heron is a multi-purpose canoe perfectly adapted to fishing and hunting activities. Light, stable and quiet, it offers great load capacity. Its design allows it to be used with or without a motor. The Heron is the most versatile canoe in its category. With a foam core hull material, the Heron insulates you from cold waters and provides for quiet passage to your most secret places on lakes and rivers.
Read reviews on Paddling.com: https://paddling.com/gear/esquif-canoes-heron-canoe
Down River: For those planning on paddling smaller rivers and streams - highly maneuverable and deeper for dry rides
Prospecteur 15 & 16: Our Prospecteur has the lines of the well-known Chestnut Prospector. Ideal for canoeists who want the versatility and capacity of the Prospector shape for day tripping and week-long adventures. The rugged T-Formex hull is great for those who enjoy paddling whitewater or who just want a super tough canoe for everyday usage. Stability, easy tracking, and good maneuverability in rapids are what makes this canoe such a classic.
Reviews on Paddling.com: https://paddlingmag.com/boats/canoes/small-canoe-review-esquif-canoes-prospecteur-15/
Whitewater: For running the rapids
Raven: The Raven is a collaboration of world renowned paddler, teacher and canoe designer Bob Foote and Esquif owner and canoe designer Jacques Chasse. The complex design offers easy acceleration, tracking and a predictable feel to less experienced paddlers and fast turning and carving performance to advanced paddlers. It is a boat that you won’t soon grow out of. Good initial stability and soft chines allow good control of the tilt.
Read reviews on Trailspace.com: https://www.trailspace.com/gear/esquif/raven/
L’edge Superlite: When it was introduced in 2010 the L’Edge quickly became the benchmark canoe for paddlers of all skill levels. Whether you are looking to learn the basics, surf your local wave, or absolutely style your favourite steep creek, the L’Edge has something special to offer everyone on every run. Now molded for Esquif by the experts at Liquidlogic you can rest assured that you are getting a polyethylene canoe that is as tough as possible. The L’Edge SuperLite is a lighter weight version of our popular L’Edge Lite. Weighing in at 43 pounds (8 pounds lighter than the Lite) the SuperLite has been receiving rave reviews for its improved handling. The Superlite is ideal for folks who love the performance of the L’Edge but who want a lighter hull that is both easier to carry, and more responsive on the water.
Zephyr 2.0: The Zephyr 2.0 shares the same shape as the classic Twin-Tex Zephyr but it is now molded in T-Formex, Esquif’s super tough foam-core ABS laminate. Compared to the Twin-Tex layup, T-Formex is much easier to outfit and repair. With hard chines, moderate rocker and good primary and second stability, the Zephyr has proven itself to be a favourite of class II-IV paddlers. The Zephyr 2.0 can be outfitted for solo paddling with our bulkhead outfitting or saddle and straps.
Read a review on NOCPaddlingschool: http://nocpaddlingschool.blogspot.com/2007/07/in-search-of-perfect-solo-canoe.html