Solo Lightweight Canoes and Open Boats

Canoes and Pack Boats hand-built from modern, ultralightweight and strong composite materials.

Not everyone wants to canoe in tandem with a paddling partner and many prefer the independence of a solo canoe or pack boat when taking to the water. The main advantage of owning a solo canoe is weight (they are often smaller than 2-person canoes), more manoeuvrable and easier to lift, carry, and transport on a vehicle (especially when loading up alone). Pack boats are also narrow enough to easily use a double-bladed kayak paddle from a sitting position, and many people prefer the support of a pack boat seat, rather than a traditional canoe seat.

If you have any questions relating to lightweight canoes or would like to discuss a custom boat build (from either Swift or Nova Craft) and how to pre-order into the UK, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with of the team here at Manchester Canoes who would be happy to help.

Email:sales@manchester-canoes.co.uk

Telephone:01925 818437

We import the best-selling, lightweight canoes based on UK paddlers requirements and these are displayed here on our website. However, these manufacturers do offer a huge array of material options, outfitting choices and custom builds. If you would like to design you own ‘super canoe’ or are looking for a model or spec. not shown on our website then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with of the team here at Manchester Canoes who would be happy to help, and discuss your potential order.