These durable canoes, with their sleek entry and exit lines, paddle swiftly. Fiberglass offers excellent value and performance in cruising and recreational models that will not be subjected to continual whitewater use. This is the hallmark of a well made, lighter-weight and flexible canoe. Full layers of high-strength fabric are used with additional reinforcement added in critical wear and impact areas of the bow, stern, and belly of the canoe. Individual layers of cloth are bonded together with a high performance, isophthalic polyester resin to produce an affordable, lighter-weight canoe offering a step up in performance from Royalex.
Hulls have a high gloss with color all the way through the material, so scratches can be buffed out.
Resistance to impact is very good and abrasion resistance excellent. Because the material has memory, it seeks to return to its original shape after impact. It offers excellent compatibility with several adhesives for easy repairs. This strategic reinforcement allows them to build a strong hull that is extremely light. Internal graphite reinforcement offers added impact protection at the canoe's ends.