Nova Craft Bob Special

Lightweight Tandem Canoe

The Nova Craft Bob Special is an improved version Chestnut Canoe Company original, a lightweight canoe well suited to solo tripping and casual tandem paddling. Its width and optimized hull shape make a quick but stable boat which is great for recreational touring and quiet stalking. Great as a tandem day tripper, with enough space for a weekend canoe trip. When a competent paddler gives it a go the boat truly shines. The Bob Special has a unique blend of characteristics which make it an enjoyable boat for new and experienced paddlers alike and makes it is one of our best selling lightweight canoes.

Comfortable ash-laced seats compliment the traditional look of this canoe and allow for the paddler to be seated or kneeling down for a traditional paddling technique. Built-in buoyancy tanks at the bow and stern ensure this canoe will stay afloat should it turn over and save the need to buy additional buoyancy.

One of the best options for a paddler wanting a lightweight and versatile canoe for touring.

Available in a different construction materials; fibreglass or Tuff Stuff.

Fibreglass is a composite material, great for those who are looking for a lightweight canoe but maintaining a lower overall cost. Constructed from a woven fibreglass cloth with a layer of exterior gel coat to give that superb gloss finish. This composite construction is durable, looks great and shaves a good chuck of the weight when comparing to any triple layer plastic canoe.

TuffStuff is a composite material made of basalt and Innegra fibres. They are woven together into a cloth and infused with a high impact vinylester resin system, with a layer of exterior gel coat, which makes a lightweight stiff laminate material with a very stylish look. TuffStuff canoes are a great choice for recreational paddlers looking for a lightweight canoe that's tough enough to withstand general touring and recreational paddling.