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Nitro

11' 6"
Length
27.5"
Width (in)
51
Weight (lb)
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Nitro Description

Dynamite! The Nitro is a revolutionary departure from canoe design. It is the first Royalex white water canoe to incorporate a double chined hull. As a result of the needs expressed by paddlers, the Nitro was developed to be the best surfing open-canoe available for canoeists. By incorporating double chines the Nitro exhibits predictable edge control when side surfing or carving turns and is comfortable in transitions between initial and secondary stability. A deep hull in the center and towards the ends enhances buoyancy and dryness. Its design allows you to push your limits and enjoy the river's full potential.

Nitro Specs and Features

  • Structure: Rigid / Hard Shell
  • Seating Configuration: Solo
  • Ideal Paddler Size: Smaller Adult/Child, Average Adult, Larger Adult
  • Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced
  • Ideal Paddler Size: Smaller Adult/Child, Average Adult, Larger Adult
  • Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced

Additional Attributes

  • Construction : T-Formex
  • Length: 11’ 6”
  • Width :27 ½”
  • Depth: 16”
  • Shape: Asymmetrical
  • Rocker: 5” bow, 6” stern
  • Gunwale: Vinyl
  • Colour: Yellow
  • Weight: 51 lbs
  • Carrying capacity: 265 lb
  • Options: Factory-installed outfitting, Wood gunwale

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5

This is a fantastic oc-1…

Submitted by: paddler235710 on 7/5/2014
This is a fantastic oc-1 boat. It holds up to wear and tear well.

What I love most about this oc-1 boat is how easy transport is. It can be put on a rack like other boats, or even fit in most cars. Taking it to the put-in is also easy enough, as it can be carried by a solo boater.

Additionally, this is one of the few traditional-styled canoes that I've seen fellow paddlers roll. While I personally am still working on rolling the Nitro, it certainly can be done.

4

I love the boat, it's stable…

Submitted by: deanbat on 8/7/2013
I love the boat, it's stable in rough water even if the paddler isn't. It's fine for any whitewater I've ever been in, but is seems best for a beginning through intermediate whitewater paddler because the stability is a slight trade-off to agility. That said, it's a fun ride.
I do have the electric bilge pump setup, which makes my friends laugh at me (until I don't have to bail).
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