Canoe Trade Show Blog

For your next BWCA canoe trip, why not rent a GREAT kevlar canoe?

Sure, your can rent a one of those “kevlar” canoes from any outfitter in the Ely area and the Gunflint Trail region as well. If you are prefer stability, control, and durability in your canoe make sure you request a Souris River Quetico 17 specifically.

Be certain that if there are two of you and you want a good, lightweight, stable canoe that you designate the model which is a Quetico 17.

(Some outfitters still use the Souris River Wilderness 18 which is a good canoe compared to other-brand kevlars, but not a real stable-feeling hull when you don’t have a load in it.)

If you simply reserve a Souris River, you may get the wrong hull - remember that the hull’s shape is what determines stability, not the construction material, or the brand name or anything else.

• If there are 3 of you going, be sure to request a Souris River Quetico 18.5 three-seater.  

• You absolutely won’t choose wrong with any Souris River Quetico hull.

• If you are going solo and want to fish, ask for Q-16 Solo model.

• If you are more solo-experienced and interested primarily in paddling, ask for the Souris River Tranquility Solo.

If you think you absolutely must have a Wenonah or other brand-specific kevlar canoe because your buddy rented one last year, here are some rental concerns to consider:

To reserve your Souris River Canoe call us at 1-800-280-1078