1) Anyone know where I could get the polypropylene, molded end caps, touch-up gellcoat, or even new-old-stock contoured seats?? Around 1999 or 2000 the Coast Guard made Mad River change the way serial numbers were produced. Designed my Mad River founder Jim Henry, and built with a "Kevlar 49" layup, she is both strong and light at 65lbs. Old Town - Camper 15 from 1996 (an aqua color that the wife thinks is great) and a Discovery 174 - I think the camper will be lighter and easier to load and unload. http://myccr.com/phpbbforum/viewtopic.php?f=49&t=40923, http://www.edscanoe.com/doityourself.html, https://www.amazon.com/Taylor-Precis70_&dpSrc=srch, Algonquin Park 2021: Tim Lake - Nipissing River - Magnetawan Lake Loop, Cooper Pond - The Hard Way (North Maine Woods), Algonquin Park May 2019: Kiosk to Birchcliffe Cabin Loop. Rob, Mad River Serial NumberThanks for the responses. If the boat has been sitting they are likely to be very dry and tear the first time you sit on them. The T-Formex Remake. The Pathfinder is likely pretty old. About 67lbs. by openboat Fri Nov 06, 2015 3:05 pm, Post As we get older weight matters. 3/26 . Awesome progress and enthusiasm Micah! In the centre is a closed-cell foam which gives the canoe buoyancy. The Sunrunner was one of a series of 17'2" touring hulls designed by Jim Henry in the 80s and 90s. Or did you mean the width of the boat from gunnel to gunnel where the seats are currently located? Ultimately I would. I will be sharing more this weekend on some of the other topicsImages of Quetico fires and my 10 lb camp kitchenIf I can find the photos of my brother's old Penob custom painted blue with ghost flames I will be sure to post. Could be good that you didn't find the green and white label Watco since that takes about a month or two to dryI've found the Teak Oil is a nice compromise and dries thoroughly in a day or two. Its rare to find a canoe selling for less than half of its original price, but when those are listed, they often sell quickly. I believe this will be lighter than the Old Town. 17' Mad River Canoe teak gunals excelent condition, non tiping. Looks like a beautiful canoe. in color. Jim, Was just gifted a Mad River Revelation that is said to be a Kevlar boat Serial # is: MADRE690B797 (I guess Ill be calling it Madre) could anyone offer help with identification? 2) The floor just seems to have a "bubble" just like the foam core Kevlar builds show. Id suggest youd be best off with flat web/cane seats than molded uni-directional seats so you can paddle solo from the bow seat facing backwards to bring your solo paddler weight closer to the middle of the canoe. TB, Hey RobWhat can you tell me about my boat. Yes it is an Explorer. Contemplated buying a different scale but didn't want to run into town, nor spend the money. Is that the measurement you meant? No wood rot. Bell Morningstar, 15'6'', 40 pound canoe. Here, youll find all the Mad River canoes on the market, as well as canoes built by other companies. Looks like someone purchased it, polished and putting up for sale. Top picks: Best Mad River canoes for 2023, Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association, The Great Canadian Kayak Challenge & Festival, Best Canoe Brands For Tripping, Whitewater, Fishing & More, Tripping Canoe Review: Mad River Expedition 176, Mad River Malecite Ultralite Canoe Review, Survive Just About Anything On Your Next Paddling Trip. My number is MAD 14635F000. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe Asking 1250.00 Best OfferFiberglass Hull with wood gunnels and cane seats, In good condition. The kevlar PVC version was sometimes billed as Kevlar H (for Hybrid). The cboats discussion speaks of kevlar airex boats having a raised football-shape on the floor which this doessort of. Perhaps some solo with fishing in mind but again on small ponds and lakes. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe. I load my canoes onto a 4-Runner and I think your FJ is the same height so it might be a challenge for you two and especially for you alone when you want to go solo. Its an all-around canoe, suited for most uses. Prices are subject to change without notice. by pblanc Wed Nov 04, 2015 10:43 pm, Post Other than the crack in the wood gunwale near the stern end, everything looks fine. No wood rot. Also not knowing exactly how the different fabrics looked. Plastic seats with aluminum struts between gunwales for seats (looks like the rivets for the seats go through the hull on the sides). refresh results with search filters open search menu. MadRiver was trying to compete against Sawyer and Wenonah in the western half of the Minnesota to Maine canoe market. Inspiring paddlesports participation through quality coverage of the people, places, adventures, boats and gear, trends and events that make paddling something you'll do for the rest of your life. On our most recent trip we did 120km/75mi in 6.5 days of moving. No ribs however. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled, Craiglist option - a range from a Madriver Sundowner to mid 90s vintage Old Town and Wenonah, Bell Mornigstar Canoe - boats - by owner - marine sale. Thanks Mike for the input and I agree many details point to this being a glass boat. WIth that all said I am going to work towards lightening our overall load & try to get a handle on paddling efficiency gains with this boat vs the We-no-nah Boundary Waters Ultralight we took last as the trip is fresh in my mind. Don't know of any manufacturer who uses a k for kevlar. If anyone has information, please share. The Explorer and the Malecite were their most popular and versatile tandem models. New listings: mad river canoe - $750 (GORE), 17 FOOT Mad River ME Solo Whitewater Canoe - $750 (Albuquerque) Timeless and Rugged. For more tips on what to look for when selecting a used canoe, read our article How To Buy A Used Canoe. Like the Adventure, the Journey is made with three-layer polyethylene. Canoes hold their value exceptionally well. Weve included advice for buying new and used canoes, as well as links to the canoes currently on the market, as listed in our Paddling Buyers Guide. From what I have read about varnish vs oil it makes sense that oil be used on components that flex as varnish is rigid and develops hairline fractures that over time allow water in. Mad Rivers canoes range in weight depending on the materials used to build them. Thanks to you both on sharing your recipes for home-brew oil as will probably try this next round. No wood rot. My wife loves the Camper because its initial stability is so good. Timeless and Rugged. no favorites. You should be able to tell if this is the case as there will be a visible roughly football-shaped raised area on the hull bottom where the Airex foam bottom core is and the raised contour of around 7 side ribs extending from that up to the gunwale line. Thank you for your consideration. Mad Rivers Explorer in Kevlar Fusion or carbon are both good choices for paddlers who want a lightweight composite canoe. At a minimum, pick the canoe up, and see how it feels to portage it. That is, if I intend to do so. In rough water a more rounded hull is better. Youd also need to add a kneeling thwart or center seat so the weight would probably end up around same as the Camper. See photo. $887,744 hide. JavaScript is disabled. Mad River Model Produced Sunrunner KH 1996-1997 Sunrunner KL 1994 Synergy RX 1996-2000 The Pathfinder is $650. Multiple emails sent as the way to contact in the ad - hope it isnt sold. No wood rot.17 feet 2 inch long, 33.5 inch gunwale width, 12.5 inch deep center, Bowstern 19.5, 18.5, 1.75 inches of rocker. I would imagine a well-built glass canoe such as this will not oil-can and am wondering if typical kevlar ultralights do? Agreed on the weighing difficulties but I have been to Wisconsin a time or two and have seen individuals in bars sporting Sheboygan Goiters that must've been darn close to a 16ft cantilever. Mad River canoes manufacturing location depends on the material. Want to know more? Canoes finished with wooden gunwales look great and are lighter than typical aluminum or vinyl combinations. When I redid the cane on a boat recently I used a kit from Ed's which is a bit pricey but worked great, the wedges were helpful. Hi Rob, My Mad River Canoe serial # is MAD AX988G798. We've reincarnated Jim Henry's original benchmark design, the standard for versatile performance, with the all new rugged and abuse ready T-formex material. It appears there is even a kneeling thwart just aft of the yoke for when you want to solo it. Mad River Malecite, Bought 1994, used little, includes 2 wood paddles, mats, block for car top carrying. If math correct420 lbs or thereabouts. MadRiver was trying to compete against Sawyer and Wenonah in the western half of the Minnesota to Maine canoe . There have been some great deals recently but always a day late. Mad River has been building canoes for almost 50 years. 2/27 . Shallow vee hulls have a unique feel in the water and they typically carve turns very gracefully. No wood rot. suggest swap out molded seats for standard web bench seats to facilitate solo paddling from the bow seat facing the stern. 1981 Mad River Canoe T.W. In reality the thing is a bit too pretty for me to drag across beaver dams or portage through downfall. Avoid Royalex boats, cross-link poly, or other heavy types of boat construction. 3/4 . ); Old Town is 1996 and the Wenonah is from 1991. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe. Throughout the companys history, Mad River has introduced and phased out different canoe models. $38.25. This leads me to wonder about other errors which I can imagine with all the different versions, acronyms, and changing terminology. Manufactured mid 1990's17 feet 2 inch long, 33.5 inch gunwale width, 12.5 inch deep center, Bow/stern 19.5, 18.5, 1.75 inches of rocker. id old mad riverMAD99584M80G-K 18 foot wicker seats with backs. Manufactured mid 1990's. The Journey has a minimal rocker, making it track (move straight) much better than the Explorer. The T-Formex Explorer is a bit lighter at 77 pounds. Was stored in a gara Mad River Sunrunner Canoe - $1,250 (fairfield), Mad River Sunrunner Canoe - $1,250 (Lexington), 16' Mad River Explorer Canoe - $400 (WHIDBEY ISLAND). There is room for it to be longer so maybe I will start with that and go from there. Mad River Sunrunner no experience with this model. You must log in or register to reply here. Just kidding The tradeoff is that it does not maneuver as readily. 18 ft. Mad River "lamoille" kevlar canoe. Pip. Mad River's Adventure is their recreational canoe, and it's available in two sizes, 14 and 16 feet. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe: Asking $1250.00 / Best OfferFiberglass Hull with wood gunnels and cane seats, In good condition. Your boat is stunning and you must be right about the ash as I paid attention to the weight of the yoke yesterday and too light to be oak. Kevlar Fusion and carbon are composite renditions of the Explorer. You must be right that the seat spacers are leftover gunwale stock as they measure identical with a caliper. 2016. Am also going to put out the feelers for more MR boats of this vintage in hopes of scoring another as MN is a good place for this and I have an untapped, affluent source in mind. The equally attractive carbon fiber version is an airy 40 pounds. Canoe Mad River Explorer. This one. This thread mentions the HIN online directory which I went to and learned that my canoe is likely a 1985 production model Explorer 5021 My question for the experts on this forum is, what is a 5021?? Just FYI my favorite home brew is 1/3 boiled linseed oil, 1/3 mineral spirits, 1/3 distilled white vinegar and this was once sold as Gunnel Lotion is a local canoe shop. This canoe is a one-owner, and has been garage kept. If replacing Contour or Bucket seats, order from our Canoe Seats link on the Home Page, as they are also manufactured for Mad River Canoe at our specs. Get Started. 17 feet 2 inch long. Decked Canoes, Open Canoes, as long as they're canoes! Also, any other info you HIN geeks can provide would be awesome. If you find a Mad River canoe not currently listed on its website, you can get more information about the model by looking through the companys archived catalogs. You may still find some of last years models in shops, and decades worth of canoes on the used market. 3/4 . MadRiver was trying to compete against Sawyer and Wenonah in the western half of the Minnesota to Maine canoe market. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe. Hope you can get it. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe. 3/4 . Instead got the bathroom scale out again and weighed myself and then me with shouldered canoe and did the math. I vote mad river. and was too advaced for the average paddler. Your boat looks like new or maybe better. Sun bleached, 18' Mad River fiberglass canoe. Canoe Mad River Explorer. The versatile canoe for getting started; great for sportsmen and families, the Adventure 16 is an amazing value. For the prior weight attempt I simply held the canoe on my haunches but in thinking over this method I can imagine how that arrangement could've registered a lighter weight given I was somewhat off balance. CL. People recognize this and increase the price of used boats when demand is high. These canoes are ideal for anglers or families who are just beginning to dip theirpaddles. Learn more about Mad River canoes by checking out the reviews below. 3/4 . They stock many canoe parts and are knowledgeable about Mad River Canoes. Malecite KL 1993-2001 Sunrunner FG 1994-1997 Malecite Special Edition 2001 Sunrunner KE 1994-1996. 2015. Finally back to this project and rereading prior discussion but more questions as the material lay-up confuses me. The Mad River is 1998 (seems like they made that model for a short time - 2 years? Best one on the list in my opinion. Youll find that Mad River canoes are more expensive than canoes found at big-box stores. Granted my HIIN states '94 but??? I agree that you want as light a boat as you can get to make it easy to use. No wood rot.17 feet 2 inch long, 33.5 inch gunwale width, 12.5 inch deep center, Bow/stern 19.5, 18.5, 1.75 inches of rocker. I updated with the photos from the ads. Prolonged UV exposure can cause canoes to warp or deform (thats not a reason to not paddle them on sunny days, however). Their hulls have a rounder, shallow-arch shape, in contrast to the flatter bottom of the Adventure. You might let the ends of your handles, thwarts, and drops soak in oil overnightonce in their lifetime, and I'd drip some oil down those drops. by Kazooey Wed Jun 05, 2019 6:34 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. We operate 7 days a week fro Will probably get this thing detailed out and seaworthy this winter and sell it. The composite editions of the Explorer are much lighter, at 44 pounds for the Kevlar Fusion and 40 for the carbonversion. The Adventures are express tickets to the enjoyment of canoeing. The exterior of the canoe is reinforced for resistance against impacts. Find Mad River in Boats For Sale. Another document states that only the gunnels need to be oiled (as apposed to varnish) as they flex but further reading suggests Gunwale Guard be used on carry handles, decks, and seat spacers. I'll check out Ed's for the caning and some other wish list items. abwoolsey June 20, 2020, 10:45pm #13. Hi Rob, My Mad River Canoe serial # is MAD AX988G798. Theyve been in business for more than 100 years, and today they tailor their canoes to recreational paddlers. Its a model thats well suited for a specific niche, but that seems to be your niche. It would be worthwhile to spend the extra money for a kevlar boat. Wood trim likely needs some work with previous repairs showing up. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe: Asking $1250.00 / Best OfferFiberglass Hull with wood gunnels and cane seats, In good condition. Re: Does anybody know how to decipher mad river serial numbe, https://www.cboats.net/cforum/viewtopic ial+number, http://picasaweb.google.com/scott.broam/CanoeOutfitting. If you can measure your boat, I can look at the catalog and tell u what model. Use the part # shown in the schematic to locate the correct part. Does that mean it is a 1993? Its light for a Royalex boat at 57 pounds if the manufacturer specs can be trusted. In 2022, Confluence Outdoor, Mad Rivers parent company, announced they were pausing canoe production. Took some photos this AM but have yet to compare with the info shown in the '94 catalog provided to me by customer service. You are using an out of date browser. 3/8 . A glass boat is unlikely to weigh 6 lbs less than specs, and a Kevlar lay up might well weigh 6 lbs more than spec, especially a Kevlar Expedition model. The camo seems to be too high quality and intricate for an individual to have done, and it appears to be under the gel coat inside and outside of the hull. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe Different materials match different needs, and Mad River makes the Explorer in T-Formex, Kevlar Fusion or Carbon. I can sure relate to leaving the natural wood color too. in open water on large lakes. Raised none the less. Use the part # shown in the schematic to locate the correct part. 4/13 . 4/13 . The "Boats By Year" guide was made at least as late as 2011 so this could make sense. All of the boats will work for you. JavaScript is disabled. It was conceived as a replacement for Royalex, long considered the gold standard for bombproof canoes. Mad River Canoe's Explorer 16 Length: 16 ft 3 in Width: 35 in Depth: 15 in Weight: 44 lbs Capacity: 1,100 lbs MSRP: $3,399 USD / $4,349 CAD madrivercanoe.com. I was tempted because it looked like a good deal but already have a Bell Northwind 16rx that I set up for solo. Plus, with the tractor seats, hard to solo unless you add a drop-in center seat. Also note the paddle's edge which speaks to how little use this canoe had. I suspect the "KA" denotes a Kevlar/Airex Explorer model which MRC produced 1983-1995. Glad I'm not the only one needing to dig into old documents to find answers. I'm not as well versed as some folks here are with Mad River canoes but on the whole, it looks like you have a nice canoe. MadRiver was trying to compete against Sawyer and Wenonah in the western half of the Minnesota to Maine canoe market. Planned to take it outside for some glamor shots but this weekend has been absurdly hot and humid. Special If you are looking for a superior built, light-weight canoe, then take a look at at this Mad River 18' TW Special. Also a Pathfinder which is 15 2" and looks well used - with cane seats that need replacement. I realize this thread is at least 4 years old, but I am a new comer to the forum who found this thread to be the closest thing to helping me decipher the serial number to a new/old canoe I just bought used. The boat is 16 long. They are focusing resources on two of their other brands, Perception and Wilderness Systems, to meet the surging demand for kayaks. id of old Mad river canoeI came for a similar reason trying to find the exact material of my MADEX135E787 Paddlesports participation is booming, driving the demand for outdoor equipment, whether its new or used. Mad River Canoe Kevlar Explorer 1992. What I cant figure out is what our model is. Thanks for the suggestion on the seat trusses and also the link to Ed's Canoe. The MR and Wenonah are both good boats. Having the weight directly above the scale is more sensible. There are three models most recently produced by Mad River: The Adventure, Journey andExplorer. The Sunrunner was one of a series of ~ 17' touring hulls Jim Henry designed in the 80s and 90s. Introducing the new Explorer 16. Some pictures to show how nicely he kept it since 2004. Archived Catalogs. Would a glass lay-up have a raised floor? Old Towns solo pack boats like the NEXT or Discovery Sportsman 118 are unparalleled in Mad Riverslineup. We bought it at Battenkill Canoe in Arlington Vermont in September of 1997. We bought it at Battenkill Canoe in Arlington Vermont in September of 1997. There is an "E" after the "MAD", so it's an explorer. Mad River Sunrunner Canoe - $1,250 (fairfield) Mad River Sunrunner Canoe: Asking $1250.00 / Best OfferFiberglass Hull with wood gunnels and cane seats, In good condition. If you are going to car top your canoe, the lighter the better. columbia, MO. My next question is with this boat in pretty much like new paddling shape what is it worth? ~wetzool. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Have not looked yet. With that said and in regards to your comment Gumpus on the Watco taking forever to dry, everything is still quite tacky. I would like to get my hands on the stock end caps to see how they fit in considering your water-trap concern. It might stand for an Airex foam core hybrid but that is only a guess. Its green Royalex with wood gunnels, cane insert seats and is 16 feet long. If you look at the Camper first thing to do is flip it over and see how much wear it has and whether the Royalex skin is intact. The Sunrunner was one of a series of 17'2" touring hulls designed by Jim Henry in the 80s and 90s. With similarly nice weather the last few days I am really starting. He was selling to move to a kayak as his wife has MS and can no longer manage in the canoe. The mighty Rabbit was trying to compete against Sawyer and Wenonah in the western half of the Minnesota to Maine canoe market. Recreational canoes are a great choice for new paddlers or those who value stability over speed. Just trying to decipher what wood the gunwales are was challenging as they don't look anything like ash to me. $600 for the camper and $800 for the Discovery both say original owners. Check with the owner and ask how they stored the canoe. The Sunrunner was one of a series of 17'2" touring hulls designed by Jim Henry in the 80s and 90s. No wood rot. The KA at the end does not count. Does anyone know if I could use a heat gun (oh-so-carefully) to remove the remaining license sticker from the bow? columbia, MO boats - by owner "canoes" - craigslist. Canadian Customers - we currently ship parts to the Continental United States only - if you need a replacement part, please contact your localMad River Canoe dealerwho can order the part for you. If youre considering a Mad River canoe, this article will help you decide which one is right for you. I would be tempted to sand and oil the peg hangers and reuse them. The cane may well be original and 25 years old. 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