During its long history of building canoes, the Chestnut Canoe Company produced a range of models they called Pleasure canoes. One model proved to have such universal appeal that it became the definition of a general-purpose craft. This model began life as the Ajax but it grew to be so popular that it was renamed Pal to reflect the affection owners felt while using it.

Nova Craft has painstakingly reproduced the lines of the original Pal to provide today’s paddlers with the opportunity to own one of the best general-purpose traditional canoes ever made. It’s a great choice for paddlers who want a canoe that does it all well. Nicely suited for flatwater trips or short outings for sightseeing or fishing, the Pal handles rough water well and feels comfortable in windy conditions. Indeed, it’s a pleasure to paddle either tandem or solo. Once you paddle one you’ll know why owners call it “My Pal”.

Features:

• Made In Canada
• Symmetrical Hull
• Shallow Arch Bottom
• Slight Rocker with Raised Ends

Specifications:

Weight

TuffStuff: 54 lb / 24.5 kg
TuffStuff Expedition: 58 lb / 26.3 kg
Aramid Lite: 44 lb / 20 kg

*Weights are based on year-long production averages and may vary.
Learn more about our materials here.

Dimensions

Length: 16’ / 488cm
Width: 34″ / 86.4cm
Center Depth: 13” / 33cm
End Depth: 20″ / 50.8cm
Rocker: Minimal
Capacity: 800lb / 364kg

Ideal For:

Lakes, Rivers, Waves, All-Purpose, Week or Weekend Trips