Prospector or……

[OxbowJay]

I’ve been looking for an all around tandem that will paddle well as a solo, primarily on smaller rivers, that fits in between my Esquif Echo and my 17’ MR Duck Hunter. And because I’ll be using it mostly as a solo, weight is key. I’d prefer a weight around 50-55, tops but it’s going to be tough and able to take a beating.

I’m thinking a 15’ “prospector” type design. In terms is spend, a new canoe is probably not an option so I’m depending on the secondary market and patience, of which I have very little. I have an opportunity to pick up a 16’ fiberglass MR Explorer (Eggplant) but it’s heavy and I already have a 17’ Revelation so even thought the color it really cool…it’s not really what I am looking for, is it?

What are the options?

 

[VA paddler]

Maybe a pocket Canyon? Or NovaCraft makes a slew of Prospectors. Old Town's Appalachian is an excellent boat. I have an old Mad River ME - which I like, but wouldn't recommend - she's a squirrely thing.

 

[dutchlennart]

Not sure a out the wieght of the eggplant explorer it could be either kevlar of polyesther.. mr build those for many years. So weight is not fixed.
They are close to your duckhunter.