Are Souris River Canoes good?

We believe that we build the best composite canoes on the market. There are many reasons to choose a Souris River: We use epoxy resin, which is many times stronger than the polyester and vinylester resins used by our competitors. Our canoes are designed with wilderness tripping in mind.

What is Le Tigre Kevlar?

Clear leTigre Clear KEVLAR® canoes are identical to our colour canoes in every way, and represent a lower-cost way to achieve a quality tripping canoe. For little extra cost, black trim creates a great look. Clear leTigre comes standard with black trim and is a popular look.

How durable is a Kevlar canoe?

When left to harden and cure, the result is a stiff and lightweight canoe that is very strong. Kevlar fibers are stiffer and lighter than fiberglass with higher tensile strength. This means that Kevlar canoes tend to be stronger than fiberglass, and about 25% lighter.

Where Are Mad River canoes made?

In 2005, Confluence Watersports acquired the Watermark brands, Dagger, Perception, Harmony, and AT Paddles and Mad River Canoe again relocated facilities to Easley, South Carolina. From its’ earliest days, Mad River’s never been afraid to shake the box and rattle the status quo.

Where does the Souris River start and end?

Assiniboine RiverSouris River / Mouth

What are Mad River canoes made of?

Jim and Kay Henry would incorporate Mad River Canoe in 1973 and establish a manufacturing facility for what became a growing line of canoes made from then revolutionary materials such as Royalex® and Kevlar®.

Can you swim in the Souris River?

Let the gentle waters of the Souris River dance across your finger tips as you enjoy a winding route through our community which offers a unique perspective of our past and present. Boat, water ski, canoe, swim or even fish from the banks of this waterway which has played such a key role in our storied history.