Esquif Prospecteur Sport Lite Canoe
- 15.9 ft length
- 850 lbs max capacity
- Built for Recreation, Whitewater
Esquif Prospecteur Sport Lite Canoe
A classic swallow-arch hull built for effortless glide
The Prospecteur Sport's arched bottom meets the freeboard with a soft, rounded chine, delivering exceptional glide and a reassuring, stable feel. This traditional design tracks beautifully on open water yet stays nimble enough to read and run moving rivers.
- Swallow-arch hull shape for glide and secondary stability
- Soft, rounded chine for a forgiving, predictable feel
- 3.5 in (8.9 cm) rocker bow and stern for maneuverability
T-Formex Lite shaves weight without giving up toughness
The Lite layup trims roughly 11 lbs off the standard hull, dropping to about 54 lbs so it is easier to car-top, carry, and launch solo. T-Formex pairs an ABS foam core with tough outer skins for the rugged impact resistance river paddlers expect.
- T-Formex Lite construction, about 54 lbs
- Roughly 11 lbs lighter than the standard T-Formex hull
- ABS foam-core laminate built to shrug off rock impacts
Tandem capacity for trips, gear, and a second paddler
At 15 ft 11 in with an 850 lb carrying capacity, the Prospecteur Sport carries two paddlers plus a full load of gear for multi-day touring. Balanced traditional lines keep it trimmed and predictable whether loaded or running light.
- 15 ft 11 in (4.85 m) tandem length
- 850 lb (386 kg) carrying capacity
- 35 in (88.9 cm) beam for load-carrying stability
Comfort-ready outfitting for the long haul
Webbed seats and a contoured carry yoke make the Prospecteur Sport ready to paddle and portage right out of the shop. Durable vinyl gunwales need no seasonal maintenance, with a wood-trim option for paddlers who want the classic look.
- Webbed seats for all-day comfort
- Contoured yoke and thwart for balanced portaging
- Maintenance-free vinyl gunwales (wood option available)
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| Weight | 54 lbs | 53 lbs | 74 lbs |
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Full specifications
- Length
- 15 ft 11 in (4.85 m)
- Width
- 35 in (88.9 cm)
- Depth
- 15.5 in (39.4 cm)
- Rocker
- 3.5 in (8.9 cm) bow and stern
- Weight (Lite)
- 54 lbs (24.5 kg)
- Max capacity
- 850 lbs (386 kg)
- Hull shape
- Swallow arch with rounded chine
- Material
- T-Formex Lite (ABS foam-core laminate)
- Gunwale
- Vinyl (wood option available)
- Seats
- Webbed seats; contoured yoke and thwart
- Best for
- Tandem river and lake touring
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About this canoe
📞 Call 1-800-442-4837 for shipping information and cost.
The Esquif Prospecteur Sport Lite is a classic design made 6 lbs lighter than the standard Prospecteur Sport. Rooted in the long-used canoe design of First Nations peoples and built with today's materials and technology, its arched bottom meets the freeboard with a soft, rounded chine that delivers exceptional glide and a reassuring feel. The balance and harmony of this traditional design make the Prospecteur Sport equally agile on the river and on the lake — a canoe designed for the enjoyment of all paddlers.
Key Features
- T-Formex construction — durable and lightweight
- 6 lbs lighter than the standard Prospecteur Sport
- Arched bottom with soft, rounded chine — exceptional glide and stability
- Webbed seats
- Contoured yoke and thwart included as standard
- Vinyl gunwales (wood gunwale available as option)
- Available Color: Orange
Specifications
- Length: 4.85 m / 15'11"
- Width: 88.9 cm / 35"
- Depth: 39.4 cm / 15.5"
- Rocker: 8.9 cm / 3.5" (bow and stern)
- Hull Shape: Rounded
- Weight: 59 lbs
- Carrying Capacity: 386 kg / 850 lbs
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