Nova Craft Prospector 14 Blue Steel Canoe
- 14.0 ft length
- 550 lbs max capacity
- Built for Recreation
Nova Craft Prospector 14 Blue Steel Canoe
Symmetrical hull tuned for responsive solo tripping
A scaled-down version of the classic Prospector, the 14' Solo pairs a symmetrical shallow-arch hull with moderate rocker for nimble, predictable handling. It runs more efficiently on flatwater than its tandem siblings while keeping the load capacity Prospectors are known for.
- Symmetrical hull with shallow arch bottom
- 2.5" (6.4 cm) rocker for responsive maneuvering
- Reassuring secondary stability for mixed conditions
Aramid-and-carbon layup that's light and stiff
The Blue Steel layup blends aramid and carbon fibre for a hull that is both exceptionally light and rigid, adding paddling efficiency without sacrificing durability. At just 38 lbs it is easy to car-top and shoulder on the portage trail.
- Aramid + carbon fibre composite
- 38 lbs (17.2 kg) — light enough for solo portages
- Stiff hull adds on-water efficiency
Wooden bench seat, your way
The centrally located wooden bench seat can be ordered hung flat for upright paddling or angled for kneeling, so the canoe fits your style. Aircraft-grade anodized aluminum gunwales keep maintenance to a minimum.
- Wooden bench seat, flat or angled by order
- Anodized aluminum gunwales, essentially maintenance-free
- Optional removable yoke for the portage trail
Backcountry capacity in a solo package
Despite its compact 14' length, the Prospector 14' Solo carries up to 550 lbs, leaving plenty of room for gear on extended trips. A narrower beam than the tandem Prospector makes it manageable for one paddler across mixed water.
- 550 lb (249 kg) maximum capacity
- 32" beam balances stability and reach
- Built for independent backcountry adventure
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★★★★★ Recommended on FacebookFull specifications
- Length
- 14' (427 cm)
- Width / Beam
- 32" (81.3 cm)
- Center Depth
- 13.5" (34.3 cm)
- End Depth
- 21.5" (54.6 cm)
- Rocker
- 2.5" (6.4 cm)
- Weight (Blue Steel)
- 38 lbs (17.2 kg)
- Max Capacity
- 550 lbs (249 kg)
- Material
- Blue Steel (aramid + carbon fibre composite)
- Hull Shape
- Symmetrical, shallow arch bottom
- Seat
- Wooden bench (hung flat or angled)
- Gunwales
- Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
- Best For
- Solo backcountry tripping, mixed-condition paddling
Everything you need to launch day one
About this canoe
📞 Call 1-800-442-4837 for shipping information and cost.
The Nova Craft Prospector 14 Solo is the most multipurpose solo canoe in the Nova Craft lineup — a scaled-down version of the popular Prospector design, purpose-built for independent backcountry adventure. The symmetrical hull with moderate rocker delivers responsive performance, more efficient on flatwater than its tandem counterparts while maintaining the generous capacity you expect from a Prospector. The wooden bench seat can be ordered hung flat or angled to your preference, and a removable yoke option is available for ease of use on the portage trail.
Key Features
- Symmetrical hull with shallow arch bottom
- Moderate rocker — responsive performance on flatwater and moving water
- Wooden bench seat — available hung flat or angled
- Removable yoke option — recommended for backcountry portaging
Specifications
- Construction: Blue Steel
- Length: 14' / 427 cm
- Width: 32" / 81.3 cm
- Center Depth: 13.5" / 34.3 cm
- End Depth: 21.5" / 54.6 cm
- Rocker: 2.5" / 6.4 cm
- Capacity: 550 lbs / 249 kg
- Weight: 38 lbs / 17.2 kg (Blue Steel)
Available Layups & Weights
- Fiberglass — 50 lbs / 22.7 kg
- TuffStuff — 45 lbs / 20.4 kg
- TuffStuff Expedition — 48 lbs / 21.8 kg
- Aramid Lite — 35 lbs / 15.9 kg
- Blue Steel — 38 lbs / 17.2 kg
Weights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.
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