I would highly recommend this canoe for an individual or a couple. Have used canoes all my life but this is my first one to own. La version élégante en composite du canoe Explorer 2016 est rigide et extrèmement légére. did manage to dump me out of the canoe when I leaned back over the end of the canoe to tend my fly line, (the canoe stayed upright). Nice and low. Been stored in garage the whole time on a side wall hanging rack. The 14TT is 14 foot 6" and weighs 32.5kg. I have found that no other canoe paddles as well as this canoe for any conditions other than smooth open water. Image Has original owner’s manual. You can put a padded seatbacker in any position or direction whereas with a molded seat you are going to have problems on both of these issues. All of the reviews are created and written by paddlers like you, so be sure to submit your own review and be part of the community! Never had any trouble with cracking, but maybe I just got lucky and maybe it would have cracked as it got older. Take a look. capacity. I am now in the market to purchase my own canoe to join in the fun. The Mad River Explorer 14, I believe the extra $250 is worth it, particularly in the long haul. Used in Norcal lakes and rivers. I regularly take my two boys (8 and 10 years old) with me and by putting an Old Town plastic removable third middle seat (it fits the Mad River Exp 14 almost perfectly) just ahead of the yoke strut, I have tons of leg room and the boys do fine. Notify me before the end of the auction. This durable series is equally at home on the river as it is on open water. I do promise your item will be dispatched within working days . 2 up on lake when swell kicked in was hard work on several occasions, and very unstable crossing on side wind, but did not flip over, taking bigger waves head on where possible, very bobby, would recommend 16 foot for lake and would recommend if taking on a lake to look at some kind of outrigger as a precaution. Mainly half day light river excursions. Message. My current canoe is a bright blue Madriver 14TT Explorer which is made out of a triple tough plastic. Too low for me to comfortably paddle kneeling (can't get my size 13's underneath the seat) but my knees are shot anyway so I spend 95% of my time in the seat anyway. If you're looking for a 1-2 person canoe, definitely check this one out. Not a very good outcome, but based on other comments I've seen on the web, this is not uncommon with polyethylene boats, as least to some degree. I had no problem sitting backwards on the bow seat and solo paddling this boat around. It is stable, maneuvers well, and can be trimmed easily for one person use by simply siting in the bow. (OT Guide 14 not so bad, OT Discovery 16 WILL warp according to my dealer). Details: river, explorer, canoe, gunwale, parts, working, side, perfect, obviously, broken. The Mad River Explorer 14 & 16 triple tough (TT) are great choices for those looking for a predictable, touring, or whitewater canoe. It is great for fishing or day trips with a family member or a buddy. Seat was a perfect fit for my year 2000 Mad River Explorer Royalex 16' canoe. It will oil can a little and flex at the middle bottom if you get grounded on a rock running a river, but it immediately bounces back as soon as you get off and shows no sign of damage once you get the canoe out of the water. But it is not a “fast” cruiser, just goes at a good canter. It has never been damaged, scratched inside or outside and has never even been touched up. See complete description . Mad River Adventure 14 Canoe. Its versatile design will help make memories for years to come. Otherwise, I love it and know its limitations, and as long as you know them its a very fine craft, a little heavy to lift, but manageable. Your Name. And I have found that nothing I have ever paddled comes close to Mad River's shallow vee hull for handling rough choppy waters and down-river turbulence. My father purchased his royalex Mad River Canoe about 24 years ago from Appomattox River Company in Farmville, Va. It does get more challenging if you're intent on repairing a boat that has been wrapped or severely distorted to the point where the hull has torn. 14TT great solo canoe with gear very stable on river, bobs about on lake crossings, when the swells pick up, 2 up on river was a little unstable at times, have considered moving front seat back a notch to see if that improves the weight distribution, would be interested to hear if anyone has done this for the same reasons, bearing in mind front passenger was large guy and boat was very flat in water perhaps front heavy ! I imagine this boat would be a heck of a good time though on the rapids. but we have done it on the lake several times without tipping (but gunwales 3 inches above water line at that weight) to the great amusement of those on shore. I am thinking about a Mad River Explorer 14 TT. Uses Mad River's Triple Tough (TT) polyethylene-foam-polyethylene construction. A fun and capable canoe. Replacing the wood gunwales on my 1982 Mad River Canoe. The classic canoe made of Triple-Tough three-layer polyethylene plastic. To qualify, know that I am a large paddler, 240lb, and strong. That's a lie. All in all Very happy with my 14TT. Bought for family to use and for fishing. City: Eastern North Carolina, NC. Amazon See price. The Mad River Explorer 14 is a surprisingly great canoe. It appeared to be a good cruiser, with more speed advantage over the 16 than one might have expected. See details. Prices and availability may vary between country and retailers due to VAT and other taxes. This canoe has not been paddled in years. Any strong opinions ether way? New. MAD RIVER CANOE QUEST ROYALEX For sale is a 1990 Mad River Quest 14'7" long made of royalex.This canoe wieghs about 55lbs. Prices are subject to change without notice. Makes life easier when you can strap stuff down where it sits. When perched on the seat I am stable yet still have great control. All the performance of the Adventure 16, with added stability and ease of handling on and off the water. TOP END quality. Both models feature a shallow V hull with fairly flat rocker which provides excellent straight line tracking whilst remaining manoeuvrable. 1996 model in like new condition. It was a 1985 model. I saw 2 Mad River boats on his rack that had warping, and molding defects. This beautiful canoe has warm inlaid wooden gunnels and “gold leaf” labeling on the hull. Purchased for just under $800. The only change from new is some shallow scratches typical of use. Brand: Mad River Canoe. I got this to replace an Old Town Guide, which is also a great boat. Thoughts on Mad River Explorer for first canoe. Have owned the Explorer 14 TT for two years and used it mainly on lakes, and a few rivers; only class I and maybe a few class II rapids. Seats are just about the right height. The MD Exp 14 is rated pretty close to an all purpose canoe that works reasonably well on lakes or rivers and from my experience that is very true. Vinyl Gunwale with Optional Rotomolded Seats. First river trip was solo overnight on the Rappahannock River, near Fredericksburg, VA. I paddle primarily solo, and have paddled a number of well known "great" canoes, yet when waters get rough, or flow downhill I always return to this canoe as my favorite. Mad river canoe EXPLORER 16 KX Mad River Canoe. Great boat to paddle. I paddle primarily solo, and have paddled a number of well known "great" canoes, yet when waters get rough, or flow downhill I always return to this canoe as my favorite. I don't know anything about the specific boat in question, but did own a Mad River Explorer in Royalex for about 20 years. You must see this to appreciate it beauty and condition..you can find others by google and see some priced used for 2000.00+. I am a believer in Mad River Canoe’s. Mad River canoes are the best built canoes on the market, and this Explorer 14 Royalex edition is one of the toughest, most durable, maintenance free, fast and reliable canoes in the Mad River lineup. The Explorer 14TT is a canoe brought to you by Mad River. See details. Please try again later. But once the wind picked up to about 15mph, severe weather cocking ensued. Also, I pulled my Explorer 14's gunwales in 2 inches and moved the forward seat 10 inches closer to the center of the canoe for reversed, solo paddling. Because this canoe is plastic and so heavy, for a long time I tried to find a better "quality" canoe to solo, yet nothing else has ever put the same smile on my face or given me the same level of confidence as the Explorer 14. Ask about this product. With the loss of Royalex as a go to material for canoe makers Mad River has returned to some familiar standby's. To qualify, know that I am a large paddler, 240lb, and strong. Amazon. See complete description . This boat is definitely a river boat. With a family of six, you obviously need more than one canoe (which we do). Check out a few other canoe recommendations below or explore all canoes to find the perfect one for you! It has been a pleasure to own. Mad River Explorer 16. Explorer 15 Reviews - Mad River | Buyers' Guide | Paddling.com I now realize that the Mad River Exp 14 flat strap seats are much better than any molded seats. Mad Rivers warranty states Lifetime on materials and workmanship. We are low on cash but trying to get another canoe. This is a package including two bent shaft wooden paddles, motor mount and trolley. Royalex construction. GOD bless!!! Advice. See price £ 21. eBay. It was a joy. eBay See price. The shallow vee hull is the best I've tried in handling confused and rough water, hands down. Thanks . Don't make the mistake I did and try to solo this boat on a lake. The dealer that sold me this boat said that Mad River has had a lot of trouble with there polyethylene boats. Mad River now calls cold cracks a Material Limitation and does not consider them a material or manufacturing defect! Read and submit reviews for the Explorer 14TT. Best solo I've had, no warping hull contrary to some reviews I've heard. Purchased 1 1/2 year ago and only used for 2 trips (6 times in the water). For sale: Mad River Canoe, 16’ Royalex This is a serious downriver canoe that appears to have been a predecessor of the famous Mad River Explorer model. With a durable, foam-cored Royalex hull deadening sound and insulating from cold water, the beamy (39” wide) shallow arch hull of the Angler 14 offers rock-solid stability and a superb platform for hunting, fishing, bird-watching and photography. old town charles river made from royalex is the epitome of open canoe design, very light weight but not made anymore as too expensive to produce. E-Mail Address. I sat on the bow seat and laid my big bag up front. MAD RIVER ROYALEX CANOE - $1,100 (Cove city) Ash and cane trim, kevalar caps on ends..made for rivers and fast water..carbon paddles and nice vest (2 ea) go with it. My son and I have exchanged paddling positions in the middle of the lake by using the I-crouch-in-the-middle-of-the-canoe-and-grab-the-gunwales-while-he-ducks-under-my-legs method. *Prices shown are manufacturer suggested retail prices, including taxes. Read reviews for the Explorer 14TT by Mad River as submitted by your fellow paddlers. Mad River Explorer 16 (FGX); L: 16’3; W: 34.5″; 64 lbs. Bought on recommendation of our local canoe dealer, who was tired of playing warranty repair rep for Old Town Explorer canoes that warp badly in the sun or phase of the moon. Typical polyethylene from Mad River. This '77 Explorer just came in this morning. 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