Nova Craft Bob 15 TuffStuff Canoe
- 15.0 ft length
- 800 lbs max capacity
- Built for Recreation
Nova Craft Bob 15 TuffStuff Canoe
A symmetrical hull that balances stability with real speed
Based on the classic Chestnut Bob Special, the symmetrical hull pairs a shallow arch bottom with slight rocker and raised ends. The result is a forgiving, stable platform that still tracks well and paddles fairly fast for its class.
- Shallow arch bottom with slight rocker for stability and easy turning
- 35" beam gives confident initial stability for novices and experts alike
- Good tracking with lively, responsive handling on day trips
Ultra-durable Basalt and Innegra composite at just 50 lb
TuffStuff weaves basalt fibre with Innegra and infuses it with Nova Craft's high-impact vinylester resin. It delivers an exceptionally tough, lightweight hull that shrugs off backcountry abuse without the weight penalty of heavier layups.
- Basalt/Innegra composite infused with high-impact vinylester resin
- Light 50 lb / 22.7 kg hull for easy carrying and portaging
- Proven toughness, durable enough for extended backcountry tripping
Big enough to load up for a weekend on the water
With an 800 lb max capacity in a 15-foot package, the Bob Special carries gear for a tandem day trip or a solo overnighter with room to spare. It really shines when paddled solo by a competent paddler, yet seats two comfortably.
- 800 lb / 363 kg maximum load capacity
- 14" center depth with 21" end depth to keep waves out
- Versatile solo or tandem trim for day trips and weekend excursions
A handcrafted Canadian classic for novices to experts
Built in Canada and offered in a wide range of colors, the Bob Special blends recreational ease with performance handling. Its unique mix of stability and speed makes it equally at home with a first-timer or a seasoned tripper.
- Handmade in Canada with 14 color options
- Optional shoe keel for improved tracking in select layups
- Suited to flatwater day trips and weekend canoe tripping
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★★★★★ Recommended on FacebookFull specifications
- Length
- 15' (457 cm)
- Width
- 35" (88.9 cm)
- Center Depth
- 14" (35.6 cm)
- End Depth
- 21" (53.3 cm)
- Weight (TuffStuff)
- 50 lb (22.7 kg)
- Max Capacity
- 800 lb (363 kg)
- Material
- TuffStuff Basalt/Innegra composite, vinylester resin
- Hull
- Symmetrical, shallow arch bottom, slight rocker with raised ends
- Best For
- Solo or tandem recreational day trips and weekend tripping
- Made In
- Canada
Everything you need to launch day one
About this canoe
📞 Call 1-800-442-4837 for shipping information and cost.
The Nova Craft Bob Special 15 traces its roots to the Chestnut Canoe Company, which introduced the original Bob Special to meet the need for a lightweight canoe well suited to solo tripping and casual tandem paddling. Wider than normal for excellent stability, yet hull-optimized for remarkable speed, Nova Craft's version builds on the Chestnut original with improvements for greater speed and seaworthiness.
Ideally suited as a tandem day-tripper yet large enough for a weekend trip, the Bob really shines when paddled solo by a competent paddler. It has a unique blend of characteristics that novice paddlers can enjoy and experts can savour. Made in Canada.
Key Features
- Wider-than-normal beam — excellent stability without sacrificing speed
- Versatile — tandem day trips, weekend tripping, or solo paddling
- Made in Canada
- Available Colors: Red, Green, Sand, Blue
Specifications
- Construction: TuffStuff
- Length: 15' / 457 cm
- Width: 35" / 88.9 cm
- Center Depth: 14" / 35.6 cm
- End Depth: 21" / 53.3 cm
- Capacity: 800 lbs / 363 kg
Available Layups & Weights
- Fiberglass — 58 lbs / 26.3 kg
- TuffStuff — 50 lbs / 22.7 kg
- TuffStuff Expedition — 56 lbs / 25.4 kg
- Aramid Lite — 40 lbs / 18.1 kg
- Blue Steel — 45 lbs / 20.4 kg
Weights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.
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