innova t e t H e N . I n 1971 in a small workshop on a picturesque hill in Vermont, a legacy of both truth and legend was born in Mad River Canoe. In his backyard shed, our company founder, Jim Henry, began his mission to build a better canoe through innovative thought, design and materials. With confidence in his abilities, he designed and built the first Malecite. He then raced – and won – the Downriver National Championship and the rest, you know. From the beginning, Mad River Canoe explored new designs and experimented with new materials. We were the first to introduce Kevlar® to the canoe industry and among the pioneers to first mold our own Royalex® canoes. We now offer a wider variety of hull designs than any other canoe manufacturer, and we continue to push ourselves and our designs to new levels of performance. Our efforts have been rewarded with competitions won, accolades earned (including 3 “Manufacturer of the Year” awards from Canoe and t RU t H & L e G e ND Kayak Magazine) and, most importantly, a growing base of loyal canoeists. he iconic Mad River Canoe confident Rabbit has its origins in Native TAmerican legend and lore. tribes along the coast of Maine tell tales of the confident rabbit who could sit amidst the ferns enjoying his pipe even though his mortal enemy the Lynx prowled nearby, for the Rabbit knew he possessed the intelligence and wisdom to elude and confound the Lynx. T he “smokin’ bunny” adorned the first Mad River canoes built in 1971.t he tale and the talents of the Confident Rabbit align nicely with Mad River’s intent innova t e now. to build the finest canoes possible, thus engendering confidence in all who use our canoes. Confidence is a liberating emotion, freeing you to engage W hile we remain inspired by both our legacy and legends, we realize that we can only with and enjoy the environments our canoes are so well suited to traverse and achieve greatness through truth. And the truth is, sometimes you have to take a look experience. back at where you’ve been to know where you’re going. After more than 40 years in this industry, we are dedicated to staying true to the ideals that built the Mad River Canoe brand: innovation, craftsmanship, tradition, and confidence in a job well done. Our devotion to these ideals is not measured by a time clock or marked in a ledger. It is incorporated in every new design and evident in every innovation. And as you flip through the next few pages, you’ll notice our most recent tribute to our proud heritage – a throwback to our roots with our return to the original ‘rabbit with a habit’ logo – and you’ll experience our legacy of fine craftsmanship and industry innovation in our 2012 line-up of modern classics. T a b l e O f C O n T e n ts 3 Recreation 13 Tripping 21 Canoe Design 6 Versatile 15 Down River 25 Color Options 10 Touring 17 Sporting 26 Canoe Specifications 19 Whitewater -2- advenT1uR4e SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 14'/ 427 cm Width (4" waterline): 34"/ 86 cm Width (Gunwale): 33"/ 84 cm All the performance and maintenance-free ease of the Adventure 16, with added stability, ease of Depth (Center): 14.5"/ 37 cm handling, and tracking capabilities. this canoe is compact in dimensions yet fully capable of floating Capacity: 875 lbs / 397 kg a family of 4 or a couple with a dog or two. Material: Polyethylene GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP Multi-Chine Shallow Arch Hull INTEGRAL 75 lbs / 34 kg Integral Molded Seats with Pad (Fore & None $699.00 Minimal Rocker Aft Seats), Padded & 2-Way Adjustable Backrests (Fore & Aft Seats), Center Seat, Mesh Pockets (2), Gear Tray, Molded Cupholders (6), Padded Carry Handles FPO advenTuRe 16 SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 16'/ 488 cm Width (4" waterline): 34.25"/ 87 cm Width (Gunwale): 33"/ 84 cm R e cr e At ion the versatile canoe choice for getting started; great for sportsmen, families or as a second canoe, the Depth (Center): 14.25"/ 36 cm Adventure 16 is an amazing value. tough, worry-free polyethylene construction stands up to virtually Capacity: 950 lbs / 431 kg C a n O e S any condition. Motor-friendly stern accepts electric trolling motors. GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP Material: Polyethylene Multi-Chine Shallow Arch Hull INTEGRAL 84 lbs / 38 kg Integral Molded Seats with Pad (All 3 Seats), None $799.00 Minimal Rocker Padded & 4-Way Adjustable Backrests (Fore & Aft Seats), Center Seat, Mesh the innovation we bring to the canoe industry is not limited to design and construction. We’re constantly Pockets (2), Gear Tray, Padded Carry Handles, investigating new ways to grow our family of paddlers. For those who are newly introduced to this world or Integral Transom for Trolling Motor who are looking for a low maintenance solution for getting their family on the water, we offer our selection of Recreation Canoes. easy paddling, comforting stability, multiple uses and virtually no upkeep make these the perfect grab-and-go canoes. -4- JOuRney 156 SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 15'6"/ 472 cm Width (4" waterline): 35.25"/ 90 cm Width (Gunwale): 37"/ 94 cm Depth (Center): 14.5"/37 cm the welcoming Journey 156 design is at home at summer camp, but offers a level of sophistication for Capacity: 1100 lbs / 499 kg adventurers too. Built for stability and versatility and everything from solo paddling to weekend camping trips, the trusted three-layer durable material is great for tight or twisty rivers with rocky conditions. Material: triple tough GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP Shallow Arch Hull VINYL 83 lbs / 38 kg Web Seats, Shaped Natural Ash Yoke, None $899.00 Moderate Rocker Polyethylene Handles JOuRney 167 FPO SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 16'7"/ 505 cm Width (4" waterline): 35.25"/ 90 cm Width (Gunwale): 37"/ 94 cm the spacious 167 is versatile and stable, with a touch more speed, glide, and storage capacity than Depth (Center): 14.5"/ 37 cm the Journey 156 for longer trips on bigger water. this ideal recreational canoe offers adventurers and Capacity: 1200 lbs / 544 kg families a welcoming and durable design that isn’t easily outgrown. GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP Material: triple tough VINYL 88 lbs / 40 kg Web Seats, Shaped Natural Ash Yoke, None $949.00 Shallow Arch Hull Polyethylene Handles Moderate Rocker NeW SeRenaDe V e rsat il e 13 C a n O e S SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 13'1"/ 396 cm Width (4" waterline): 26.5"/ 67 cm Width (Gunwale): 28.25"/ 72 cm A fiberglass construction, the hybrid solo Serenade 13 bridges the gap between a small, easy-portaging pack canoe and a solo hull. With a typical canoe hull and gunwales and kayak inspired seating, the Depth (Center): 11.5"/ 29 cm Our Versatile Canoes are equally at home on the river as they are on open water. the moderate rocker and Serenade is stable, versatile, comfortable, cost-effective, and easy to handle on and off the water. Capacity: 300 lbs / 136 kg durable material offer all-around performance with minimal compromise, helping you to feel confident on GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP both flat and whitewater adventures. Choose a model from the iconic explorer Series for smooth cruising Material: Fiberglass ALUMINUM 42 lbs / 19 kg Removable Comfort Seating System (CSS) with Leg Lifter & Skid Plates $1499.00 and superior seaworthiness, or choose the Freedom Solo if you’re looking for a versatile solo river runner. Shallow Vee Hull 2-Way Adjustable CSS Padded Backrest, Thwarts (2), Keepers Minimal Rocker Adjustable Footbrace, Molded Cupholder w/ Bungee (2), either way, rivers to lakes, our Versatile Canoes are your best bet. Molded Gear Pockets with Bungee (2), Wood Handles WOOD 45 lbs / 20 kg Removable Comfort Seating System (CSS) with Leg Lifter & Skid Plates $1719.00 2-Way Adjustable CSS Padded Backrest, Thwarts (2), Keepers Adjustable Footbrace, Molded Cupholder w/ Bungee (2), Molded Gear Pockets with Bungee (2), Wood Handles -5- explOReR explOReR SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 15'11"/ 486 cm ultraliTe Width (4" waterline): 33.25"/ 84 cm SpeCifiCaTiOnS Width (Gunwale): 35.25"/ 90 cm length: 16’3”/ 495 cm Depth (Center): 14.5"/ 37 cm Width (4” waterline): 33.25”/ 84 cm Capacity: 1100 lbs / 499 kg Width (Gunwale): 34.5”/ 88 cm Depth (Center): 14.5”/ 37 cm Jim Henry’s original explorer design is a benchmark when it comes to versatile canoes. Crafted with the lightest, stiffest, and most efficient explorer offers unmatched open water performance and the Capacity: 1100 lbs / 499 kg Material: Royalex Royalex for carefree use in rougher, more abusive conditions, it’s as close to an “all-purpose” canoe as easiest off-water handling yet, incorporating new, light-weight technology for an impressive combination Shallow Vee Hull you’ll get, competent for fishing, camping, cruising, or exploring. of speed, glide, responsiveness, capacity and seaworthiness. translation: less reasons not to go paddling. Moderate Rocker Material: Kevlar Composite GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP GUNWALE AVG WEIGHT STANDARD FEATURES AVAILABLE OPTIONS MSRP Shallow Vee Hull VINYL 72 lbs / 33 kg Web Seats, Shaped Natural Ash Yoke, Skid Plates $1,319.00 ALUMINUM 45 lbs / 20 kg Stained Contoured Cane Bow/Cane Bucket Skid Plates $2,869.00 Moderate Rocker Polyethylene Handles Stern Seats, Stained Contoured Ash Yoke, Stained Wood Handles WOOD 72 lbs / 33 kg Web Seats, Shaped Natural Ash Yoke, Skid Plates $1,639.00 Wood Handles WOOD 48 lbs / 22 kg Stained Contoured Cane Bow/Cane Bucket Skid Plates $3,089.00 Stern Seats, Stained Contoured Ash Yoke, Stained Wood Handles explOReR explOReR keVlaR SpeCifiCaTiOnS length: 16'3"/ 495 cm Lt Width (4" waterline): 33.25"/ 84 cm SpeCifiCaTiOnS Width (Gunwale): 34.5"/ 88 cm length: 15’11”/ 486 cm Depth (Center): 14.5"/ 37 cm Width (4” waterline): 33.25”/ 84 cm Capacity: 1100 lbs / 499 kg Width (Gunwale): 35.25”/ 90 cm this lighter and sleeker composite explorer offers more speed, acceleration, glide, and efficiency than its A heritage of craftsmanship meets modern innovation.