Hiawatha 15'

A light displacement easy-paddling canoe • Length 15'• Maximum beam 33.5"• Beam waterline 31"• Beam gunnel 33.5"• Bow height 21.5"• Centre depth 12.25"• Draft 4.25"• Displacement 320 lbs.• Wetted surface 24.2 sq.ft.• Weight to immerse 115 lb/in• Prismatic coefficient 0.525• Weight 40 to 50 lbs.• Keel-less or shoe keelThis traditional looking Bear Mountain design has a sheer-line and bow profile reminiscent of the early 'Canadian' style canoe. Below the waterline, the hull is a more up-to-date shape for paddling efficiency. The hull is a shallow arch with a moderately flat keel-line that flows into a shallow vee to become a fine deep vee at the bow for directional stability, speed and maneuverability. The vee is carried as far back as possible, acting as a keel, it contributes to directional stability without sacrificing maneuverability.The Hiawatha is a general purpose recreational canoe of light displacement, designed in the tradition of contemporary American cruisers, achieving its o