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H20 Canoe Company Bob Special 15

Bob Special 15
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Bob Special 15
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$1595.00

Standard Fiberglass ~ 66 lbs / 29.94 kg

$1895.00

Premium Fiberlight ~ 60 lbs / 27.2 kg

$2395.00

Premium Kevlar ~ 52 lbs / 23.6 kg

$2895.00

SuperLight Kevlar w' ICG Upgrade ~ 45 lbs / 20.4 kg

$3295.00

UltraLight Helium Carbon/Kevlar w' ICG Upgrade ~ 42 lbs / 19.1 kg


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H20 Canoe Company - Bob Special 15 Review

H20 Canoes Bob Special 15 is based on the Chestnut Canoe Co.'s
classic design, with some slight modifications to increase overall flatwater efficiency. A shallow arch hull with slight rocker combines to provide the secure, no-surprises feeling that infrequent or entry-level canoeists prefer. A shallow shoe keel aids tracking and provides a bang plate against grounding, while still retaining a lively nature for more aggressive paddlers. Faster and lighter than most 15's, H2O's Bob Special is ideally suited for use as a tandem or solo day-tripper, with capacity large enough to handle long weekend outings.

"Lightweight, easy to handle - H2o Canoe Company's Bob Special 15 is a Canadian Classic!"

Standard Trim Pkg. Features

Low maintenance aircraft grade black anodized aluminum gunnels, ABS end caps, white ash web seats, ash deep dish portage yoke, stainless steel fasteners and bow & stern floatation / storage hatches.

Frontenac Outfitters also upgrades every Kevlar H20 Canoe by adding a white ash kneeling thwart for solo paddling and unique finger grip handles - a $95 value FREE!

ICG - Integral Composite Gunnel Upgrade

All Superlight Kevlar and Ultralight Helium layups include H20's innovative ICG upgrade - A $300.00 value! Black anodized aluminum outer gunnel combines with a Carbon/Kevlar composite inner gunnel. The result is an exceptional gunnel system, which is 50% stronger, 50% more rigid and 50% or 3- lbs lighter than traditional aluminum systems!

For complete details on H20's layups and construction methods: Click Here

Wood Gunnel Upgrades  

Ash - add $400.00 / Cherry - add $500

Hand rubbed oil white ash or black cherry gunnels fastened with stainless steel screws replaces black anodized aluminum gunnels, canoes interior remains the same.

Colour Options

Standard Fiberglass, Premium Fiberlight & Premium Kevlar:

SuperLight Kevlar: (two-tone colours)

UltraLight Helium Carbon / Kevlar: (two-tone colours)

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Frontenac Outfitters was created way back in 1984. Our vision rewards visitors with a vastly superior level of customer service, paddling expertise and an exhilarating 'on-water' experience.

Today, we have grown to become One of Canada's Largest, most respected, full-service Paddlesports shops. Our sincere objective is to introduce you to a fun, educational and environmentally responsible way to explore our waterways!

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Canoe Specifications


  Imperial: Metric:
Length 15 ft. 4.57 m
Width 36 in.  91 cm 
Width @ Waterline 34 in.  86 cm 
Depth 14 in.  35.6 cm 
Bow Height 18 in.   46 cm 
Stern Height 18 in.   46 cm 
Rocker Bow 1 in. - Slight  2.54 cm 
Rocker Stern 1 in. - Slight  2.54 cm 

Optimum Paddler(s) Weight


Low 275 lbs  124.7 kg 
High 425 lbs  192.8 kg 
Max. Capacity 525 lbs  238.1 kg 
Note: Note: Weights are based on 2 Paddlers & 6 inches of freeboard, thus often differ from manufacturers vastly overstated figures. Paddler height to weight ratio, weight distribution and paddler skill may also influence ratings.

We recommend a canoe specialist help determine your best fit, and to test paddle a number of boats in repetition prior to purchase.

Skill Ratings



Canoe Performance Ratings


 Efficiency
6.0
 Tracking
7.0
 Maneuverability
6.0
 Capacity
6.0
 Initial Stability
8.0
 Secondary Stability
6.0
Note: Performance ratings are based on our extensive test paddling & customer feedback. Remember, there is no substitute for test paddling canoes with us in repetition!


Canoe Profile


Canoe Shape Symmetrical 
Hull Bottom Shallow Arch 
Hull Sides Straight 
Bow Shape Recurved 
Keel Shoe Keel 

Canoe Options


Option Price
Kevlar Skid Plates $100.00 / pr.
ICG - Gunnels $300.00
Ash Wood Trim Pkg. $400.00
Cherry Wood Trim $500.00