Coupon Code: RAPIDSHIP20. Very Poor. 6,630 were here. I bought this canoe because I am going into retirement within the next 10 years and wanted something with which to fish calm waters We bought a used Adventure 14. Room - it's 14 foot, and with the molded seats and the center seat, it gets limited for bags/gear. It is actually built by Wilderness Systems for Mad River. We had read reviews where some people found this canoe to be tippy which had concerned us, but when we looked at the other choices available in our price range, this one still seemed to be the best choice for our purposes so we went for it. Featured Bestselling New Sundolphin Pedalboat Replacement Canopy & Straps TEAL *NO FRAME* Sundolphin $84.99 Old Town Loon Rear Skid Plate old town kayak $8.79 Wilderness Systems Heavy Duty Kayak Flat Free Wheels PAIR Wilderness Systems $139.99 Perception Kayak Retractable Handle Fitting. not everything can be perfect but the thing is u get it in the water and with every inch that u move its all pretty much washed away (until you have to carry it home.) Padded carrying handles are also a welcome addition. The rugged and versatile Adventure 14 is great for getting away from it all on lakes, ponds, and slow rivers. Fantastic. and we love it. May also be found on some Wilderness Systems brand sit-in kayaks, such as the Pamlico 100 and the Perception child's kayak Prodigy XS. AHHHHH! Baloney, this canoe loves moderate whitewater. Not much more to say about the Adventure 14. I stood up in it in the center on still water and paddled it, still stable. And it's a great rig! Drill the holes. Part of reason boat is stable is that you sit in center of molded seats so two paddlers cant shift weight suddenly side to side and rock boat. It was tippy but we didnt fall out. Now we paddle the rivers, sail the lakes or either on Puget Sound! Timeless and Rugged. Have had this canoe out twice now - once on a small lake and once on a quiet river. And the boat is comfortable, the seats are the reason my wife let me get this boat, and they delivered as promised. These rapids can always be a challenge, and as dually noted, we have to play the hand that Mother Nature deals us. All in all we're very pleased with our decision so far. Easy to get on/off the car w/two people. Although I do not believe I have enough experience to give a full blown review upon initial impression it seems like a very good quality canoe. I bought this canoe because it is rugged and also because of the seats with the back rests. The stability was much better than I ever imagined. It is a bit heavy, that would be my only complaint. The Adventure 16 Square stern canoe from Mad River provides smooth, stable paddling performance The seats were comfortable and there was plenty of storage areas. Plus cup holders (too wide for coke bottle need koozie or spacer) rod holder (not deep enough need PVC extension ) . It's the perfect canoe for local waters. Some people say it bends in the middle, the only time it would bend is when it was straped/racheted on top of the car unsupported, but it would pop back to normal. Canoe will never match three ply polyethelene for toughness get over it. It seemed a little "tippy" at first but most new canoes fill this way to me for the first bit. I also installed a small plastic cleat on the inside of the gunwale for the small anchor I purchased. I took it to a lake nearby without weight in front and every boat wake had the front of the boat out of the water a good ways and slapping back down. Packed with features like comfortable, padded molded seats with adjustable backrests, standard center seat and plenty of space to store drinks, coolers, and cargo, this low-maintenance canoe is perfect for busy paddlers on-the-go. Theres even a center seat. Go ahead; check out the box stores. At the end of the day we were pretty well shot and attempted to put the canoe on the top of my explorer. I use a Kayak paddle. I have had my 14' canoe for about a month nice little boat easy to handle and fish from not much room for gear if you have a fishing buddy along don't like the location of the 2 rod holders in front of the middle seat (too far away from the rear seat and behind the front seat), so they don't get used other than that I really enjoy it We love our Adventure 16. The 16 would be much better at carrying more gear if you wanted to do any extended tripping though. This is a great canoe and I would recommend it to others. I do want a wood and a kevlar still to complete my long-term collection but this little thing is perfectly content being hauled around on my '13 Jetta or my partner's '07 Envoy. Ok enough about that and now about the canoe. Appears to be very stable with the wife up front and myself in the rear seat. I don't know where the tippy impression came from, with the first review--this thing was incredibly stable--maybe they weren't used to the secondary stability (it is somewhat like a kayak on the bottom). Made of a durable, worry-free polyethylene, this tough canoe stands up to the occasional scrape on a riverbed. Adventure for a year and the center of the canoe started to collapse inward/upward on me. Easy to paddle, easy to turn, nimble, light, & quick. Still take a cushion for your butt though. I do a lot of canoeing and kayaking as I own an outfitter company and do kayak tours. I love the seats and back rests. Come on Guys, ALL narrow, non-angular sided water craft are tippy! CALLING ALL SHOVEL-HEAD FANS!THE CHALLENGE IS ON:BADDEST BIKEBIGGEST FANBEST DANCERBRING IT OUT,SATURDAY NIGHT, AUGUST 20TH.SHOVELHEAD BAND MEMBERS, MIKE COMPTON, DAVE MCCARTY, DERON CASTLE AND SGEVE TRUMAN, REUNITE FOR A SHOW IN HONOR OF THEIR BROTHER IN METAL AND A DISTINGUISHED THOR, DA 8 MILE KAYAK TRIP:- RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED- 2 TO 2.5 HOURS OF PADDLING TIME- TRIPS LOAD AT THE TOP OF THE HOUR, 11 AM, 12 OR 1 PM. I like the seats a lot. No tippy canoe here! LOVE IT! It tracks well and turns easily. We are novices but really like this canoe. If you are wanting a canoe for white water or touring you need to look elsewhere but for a leisurely day on a lake or neutral river you won't find any better for the money. So I think it is very stable. Great for the backwaters and the swift currents downstream of the the Chattahoochee River. Lift one end of the canoe up and place it on the t bar (practice this at home a few times to get used to doing this step yourself) and use the strap to hold the end in place. Three people fit but you do ride low in the water. It didn't grow on me, it surprises me that people actually like this death trap. 14 foot boat fits in pickup with out too much weight overhang (boat does not bounce). We had a kid one time that was jumping around like a freak. Add Discovery 119 Canoe to Compare The plastic seems pretty strong as we bounced off some rocks on our trip. After about 4 hrs it needs it. Haven't even remotely come close to flipping it. I have stood up and fished several times. I am tickled to death with it. 1999-2023 Oak Orchard Canoe, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Is very steady for recreational use on our stillwater. 5 people found this helpful Helpful Report abuse nate Great canoe for beginers Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2014 I don't think it would be any problem to load this boat with enough gear for two people to go on a 2-3 day camping trip. Searched online for canoes for a few weeks before purchasing a Pelican 15.5ft canoe. Place the pad on the seat to mark the locations of the holes. The Mad River Seat Pad Kit is easy to install. I've been using the boat for fishing and have no problem casting from the boat. 5 people no tipping. Check back in an hour. Packed with features like comfortable, padded molded seats with adjustable backrests, standard center seat and plenty of space to store drinks, coolers, and cargo, this low-maintenance canoe is perfect for busy paddlers on-the-go. Length: 16 Material: Polyethylene. Took it on a 3 night down the James River. And, all specialist models are available on pre-order. I bought it because of it's great price and the amazing seats. Very stable design. Next year I also plan to install a small trolling motor for times when I feel lazy about paddling!! I have been out solo and with my brother and one of his kids. Length 14 feet Not one mentioned bowing. Bought this one at Dicks sporting goods for a friend. You can put it up on it's chine and still feel stable. I can stand and paddle also. This 30-second-read provides a starting point for selecting a paddle. The next day I called Mad River and told them one of the handles was broken. $10.99 USD / $14.99 CAD *Prices shown are manufacturer suggested retail prices, including taxes. 18 inches by 9 inches. Ok so the Adventure 14 is great besides the weight but u figure with great things comes a small problem. It can be tippy with a lot of weight but its a canoe. You might wonder why I rated this canoe an 8 after what I say about it but there is something I like about it. Seat pad is 16 in. I highly recommend a Mad River canoe! All the performance of the Adventure 16, with added stability and ease of handling on and off the water. But it's a recreation canoe, so it's not supposed to be super fast. Extended decks offer protection from sun and spray. We reserve the right to change product specs, change colors, change prices OR correct errors at any time without notice. I have had it for several years. paddles very smooth and straight, even when solo. Can add tarp around boat lip to keep rain out. If you want more room, get the 16 ft. version. This Adventure 14 is my first canoe and I cannot say anything bad against it. Number of Paddlers 3 Google search Mad River Adventures for more details regarding products, trips and pricing. I felt like I was canoeing in a lounge chair the whole day. I have taken it out at least ten times since purchasing it and most times I take it out on my own. Of course, fishing with a dog and a 2 year old (not to mention a wife who's patience was growing slim) did not have the same appeal as just myself and another buddywhat can I say? ANY TRIP THAT I 3 MILE CANOE OR TANDEM KAYAK TRIP:- RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED- 60 TO 90 MINUTES OF PADDLING TIME- TRIPS LOAD AT THE TOP OF THE HOUR: WEEKEND TRIP TIMES ARE 2 AND 3 PM, YOUR CHOICE, PER AVAILABILITY. *Prices shown are suggested U.S. and Canadian Dollar retail prices, net not including taxes. Truck Freight is used to ship items that exceed standard shipping limitations on weight and/or size. All the performance of the Adventure 16, with added stability and ease of handling on and off the water. Its unique multi-chine hull design provides excellent stability, rigidity and tracking. But, I really like the length of the canoe - it's easy to put in the back of my pickup with the tailgate down. I bought my Adventure 14 used in June, 2020, and have taken it out multiple times since (but not at all in '21). $999.95 (14) 14 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Comes with push rivets, some drilling is required for new installation, instructions not available. Mad River answered phone in person and sent replacement the same day. I had two entirely different experiences. Overall, it's just a great boat and does everything I need it to do and more. I'd look for another if something were to happen to this one. We have used for exploring creeks and it just seems to be able to get into very tight spaces. I'd recommend it to anyone who wanted a fun little rec or day touring boat--it's easy and fun. I sat on the back seat and at 6'1 and 210 lbs, the bow was out of the water, but it was still stable. The key is, if you are going solo, right before you get to anything tricky is get your knees on the floor right behind the middle seat. Large Kayak Cart with Foam-Filled Wheels. The Adventure 16 is made from the latest generation I noticed most of the other reviews don't say that, but I see just about all of them had others with them. It was worth driving 2 hours to get it. Would recommend to a friend looking to buy one. A little heavy, but my son and I can put it in the bed of my truck easily. What a difference. I have had this canoe for a little over a year now. This canoe is awesome. I highly recommend Mad River Canoe. We bought this boat in the spring and have had it out several times with no problem tipping what so ever. ", I rate it an 8 as it could use some better rod holders (if that is even what those holes in front of the seats are) and a built in cooler might be nice, no? I had no idea that there were others that had problems with the canoe bending upward in the center. It is roomy enough for two people plus gear comfortably. All the performance of the Adventure 16, with added stability and ease of handling on and off the water. I always float solo in mine and it works great. Absolutely. Wohoo! The rod holders work great for trolling, and the cup holders are nice for a can of my favorite beverage. It is easy for me to carry around by myself and get on top of a SUV. If there are 2 of you handling it is not an issue, but if you are solo then loading it onto the car's roof can be an issue. Double blades paddles well. Features: Sizing oars is easy. Just follow our basic rule to determine the correct length oars for your boat. No kidding. Its unique multi-chine hull design provides excellent stability, rigidity and tracking. This is the worse canoe I have ever had. I was also concerned with how I was going to handle getting it up on my jeep by myself. I bought the Passage 14 (which is the same virtually as the Adventure) on clearance at Dicks for under 300 with some bargaining. Canoe & Kayak Livery Service in Springfield, Ohio. This has been one of our best purchases for quite some time! It is heavy but everything else is just perfect. Yes it is a little slow and heavy. Not as tippy and not as agile, nimble, maneuverable or fast either. I have beat and banged it in the creeks but it holds up well. At first glance storage looks limited, but there's actually quite a bit of room under the seats. I like it pretty well, and especially for the price. He can hop in too! The back rests mean you can stay in the canoe all day with no problems. The seat and seat back are simply awesome. Pros- The seats and seat backs are great. It seems to be an awesome canoe, and at this writing I am pleased. We've hit some waves that were 1-2 feet head on and never taken on water. Important Shipping Notice -Due to business-related impacts of COVID-19, replacement parts orders placed through this website are estimated to take between 2-3weeks to arrive in home. The Mad River demands a fearful respect - if you dont give it, she will take it. Do Not Sell Or Share My Personal Information. Independent recreational canoe reviews by real outdoors people. I used it for two years. The water is clear enough to see the river bottom, even amidst her variable current. I must be missing something on others who review a canoe and rate it poorly because it's "tippy". Support. I really have no idea what people are talking about. The tumblehome allows fore and aft paddlers to use a long kayak paddle. I think there is like 6 cup holders for a tandem? I checked out all of the features and wanted it. We have been paddling in lakes and rivers and it is very Stable and Comfortable. Intend to try it out with a kayak paddle. It's a little on the heavy side for a single paddler but I noticed that I can't really control the boat too well in the 3rd seat solo the best option is sitting on the very-not-comfortable middle seat which is killer on my back and knees. Timeless and Rugged. I love this boat. Plenty of room for canoe camping as long as you realize you can't take the whole house with you. Handles nicely, very stable compared to standard canoes and very durable. For the price it is a steal. I bought the Adventure 14 for fishing. Bring a friend, your sister or father. We are a canoe and kayak livery on the Mad River, in Springfield, Ohio. Picture yourself on a sunny day surrounded by trees and mountains. and safety at a price that appeals to both the entry-level paddler and those looking for a second family canoe. Never have tipped it over. Perfect for flat water tracks well. Much to my surprise, I could easily have tipped it. If you do not receive an email contact Customer Service. Open main menu Close main menu X . No more backache like youd get with old style canoes. All in allthis is a great canoe and it'll handle everything you can throw at it. I believe with a sand bag or a person would reduce this problem a lot. AWESOME CANOE!! 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