Good outfitting helps paddling and may save your canoe from damage if you capsize.
from left to right: wooden swart (Ash bar) ,wood-web bow seat, North Water knee pads, thigh strap with centre North Water 2″ anchor and 3 small hard based 1″ D-ring anchers, and a blue vinyl floatation end bag, all important parts of white water canoe outfitting. We stock hese.
Canoe Expedition Cart:
Canoe Expedition Cart w/ 16″ diameter pneumatic tires designed for soft portage trails
New : $339.00, taxes extra. – The alternative is to rent one of our Canoe Carts :-if you rent it only a few days per year: 1 day’s rental is $9.00 / day or 7 days $58.00 once a year (which is 5.8 years to payback a purchase ) Rental might be your best choice ! Call David to reserve or order a new unit
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Paddles & Accessories
Canoe or Kayak Cam Straps – 12ft ……………………………………………………………………………………$13.95 ea
Carlisle Canoe Paddle: plastic blade on Aluminum shaft w/t-grip 51″,54″,57″,60″ $49.99 ea
Direct from the factory: Quessy wooden paddles . Make an appoint to visit and I will measure the correct length for you.
Left to right: Cherry Otter tail (1 piece), Spruce-Ash resin tip, and Aspen Beaver Tail right
Finer paddles for the discerning:
Our News for 2026: Quessy paddles are now being made in a new factory with CNC programmed lathe and shaper equipment to offer more consistency in size. However wood supply has increased in cost.
Model………………………………………..2026 Price- Last year’s Price………Available ?
Otter tail Cherry (1 piece)…..$155.70…….$109.00…….in stock while it lasts .Beaver tail Spruce,Cherry,Ash.-Resin tip…$ 74.88……$ 59.99……..almost sold out !
. New. Bever t Spruce,Cherry,Ash Resin $ 74.88 …new order,,,,54″,57″ more later .Beaver tail Aspen .(400 series)………$ 54.84………..$ 35.99 …stock 54″,57″, 60
Books
For experienced paddlers wanting hard wood quality long distance Otter tail 1 piece Cherry 54″…. 3 Otter tail 1 piece Cherry 55″…. 2 Otter tail 60″… 1 Otter tail 62″ ….and Beaver tail (wider blade )..1 – 54″… 1 Beaver tail 60″… 1 Beaver tail 63″. All one piece Cherry paddles priced at $94.59. For my seasonaL DISCOUNT, We Pay the taxes= $84.46+ taxes= $94.5
Books
Canoe & KayaK Paddler’s Books – sale priced while stock available. Regular pricing from $19.95 to $24.95 : any one book sale priced at $12.60, GST included.
Black Water Cultis 2pc. Paddle. f/g shaft 230/240cm. …..$120.00ea North Water Paddle Float, Red orYellow……………………………….$. 85.95a Brooks Neo- Nylon Spray Skirt-Tour/adjustable………………..$ 139.00ea Micro Rope Bag- 50ft x 1/4″ Polypro-float…………………………. $. 39.95ea Brooks Nylon Cockcover -sizes 1 to 5…………………………..$ 39.95ea Kayak Foam Block -16″……………………………………………………. $ 19.95ea N.W. Coiled Paddle Leash……………………………………………….. $ 40.95ea
Stainless steel machine screws , in many sizes & fasteners.. call …………………………………………..plastic eye straps………………………$0.75 ea.
Shockcord for kayak decks………3/16″ dia, 1/4″ dia. $0.50 ft will cut to length
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For more information, please contact David at 604-240-0503 or e-mail <ldavidmiddleton@gmail.com >
Hellman Prospector 17ft 6ins with wood-web seats, North Water knee pads, Kevlar skid plates bow & stern + 2 17ft 3/8ins dia float line used as painters. New value $2,900.00…asking $1,495.00 plus taxes.
Launching a Hellman Prospector 17ft 6ins at Deer Lake, Burnaby
Now asking $1,495.00, for a used Prospector 17ft 6ins located in North Vancouver
Looking for a good new fibreglass or Kevlar Canoe this season?
contact David Middleton, cell 604-240-0503 or
email: ldavidmiddleton@bpmiddleton
Before we discuss canoes, let’s ask if you would like to improve yourpaddling skills -if you are new to the sport… or have paddled for years but could brush up your skills with a revue of paddle strokes and rescue techniques. May I suggest joining the Beaver Canoe Club for $25/year. Singles, couples or families are welcome. From March until October the Club has planned day trips on most weekends. This is a good way to enjoy a day on the water, learn from fellow paddlers and be assisted in case of difficulty with weather or water conditions.
Each certified canoe instructor will have 5 or 6 tandem canoes in his group on Deer Lake for 2 Saturdays
Find tranquility …. and nature … in a canoe… see how this all comes about by joining the Beaver Canoe Club…based in Burnaby with members from all over the Lower Mainland.
Consider a Clipper Canoe for Summer 2026. We offer the Prospector 16 and 17ft for the adventurous paddler who plans trips on flat or moving water; The ClipperRanger 16 ($1995.00) or 17 ft $2`95.00 for flat water ( lakes & sea & slow rivers). The entry level yet good for family, a solid fibreglass Yukon 16ft8 ins @ $1995.00 landed at our place in North Vancouver.
Clipper Prospector 17 ready to paddle the Harrison River to Kilby ParkClipper Ranger 17 with Black aluminum gunwales & trim. Wood web seats or yoke optional
Clipper Prospector 16 basic f/g includes wood-web seats and carry yoke., with hull colours; red, avocado green, yellow, sand (beige) or white …. Paddle it tandem or solo. $2,485.00 F/g, the Clipper Prospector 17 includes wood-web seats and wooden carry yoke $2,745.00 f/g
This summer season demand is high, so plan early . Call DAVID FOR MORE INFO. If you order from Middleton’s, we will include painters ( 3/8″ diameter braided float rope ) free and delivery to your address in the Lower Mainland, west of Abbotsford. We are located in North Vancouver. ……..….Call 604-240-0503.……………………. Prices and options upon request.
Clipper Propector 17 fitted with standard wood-web seats , flat yoke, optional vinyl gunwale cover foam core bottom (saves 10 lbs) and North Water knee pads glued in position.
Yukon 16’8……….16’8″…..36″….20″/.20″.14″. f/g.. 70lbs Fm Core 62
Clipper 16’8″ Yukon -available in white, colour option extra.
Call for additional options or details
Popular Options:
Flat wooden yoke (in place of alum thwart; Rangers & Yukon ) $65. . Black Anodized Aluminum gunwales & thwarts $275, … Vinyl gunwale cover installed when canoe is built $85… Wood-web seats in lieu of bucket seats (Rangers & Yukon ) $80 3rd Wood-web 36″ wide seat mounted on angles $125, …Foam core bottom in f/g layup $400, Skid plates (bang plates) Kevlar, not gel-coated $185 pair
How to choose a model….
Tripping on lakes and moving water? …think of a Prospector.
Short day lake trips with a compact canoe ? ..Ranger 16. Moving water..Prospector 16 Longer trips or 3rd person ? Ranger 17. Best price for good no frills canoe ? Yukon 16’8″
When ordering, you can be creative and make your canoe fit your needs or preferences………… I will be pleased to talk to you about it.. It is a long term purchase, so pick options that make them special for you.
Hellman Canoes: many models: all using proprietary layup materials.
The basic layup is lighter weight “Duralite” composite combined with Epoxy resign that makes a stronger, yet lightweight hull.
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Hellman’s Prospector 17ft6ins is one of the most popular Hellman models chosen for its versatility of being a fast long distance traveler yet with enough rocker to manoeuvre easily. At 17ft 6ins x width of 34 ins, it weighs in under 60lbs. good for portaging ! $2,600
For family use, the Kootenay is 16ft 6ins x width of 36 ins, less rocker for good tracking on flat lake and sea water and weights in under 60lbs. Not shown… $2,600
For truly light weight in sheltered waters, the Hellman 16ft 2ins Quetico( $2,500 ), is a favourite for a couple out for a relaxing day on a lake, or a parent taking a child. An easy canoe to portage with the Duralite layup weighing only 49lbs , yet includes 2 wood-web seats and a wooden carry yoke. See below.
For moving water and white water Hellman offers the “Ultimate river tripping “the Slocan at 17ft 9ins x 36ins wide with 4 ins rocker ,weighing in at 64 lbs in Duralite $2,700 or reinforced for rough service, the Duratuff at 70lbs. $2,900…..
Hellman Scout 15ft 6ins with extra rocker for whitewater…………………………………………………………………..
.For a more compact day-tripper on white water try the Hellman Scout 15ft 6ins. x 34ins wide weighing in at 49lbs in Duralite $2,600. or reinforced . Duratuff at 56lbs, $2,700 This is a fun boat for river surfing on standing waves ! ……………………
The Otter 10ft 6ins $2,100 for the experienced white water solo paddler who can handle a hard chine design. Again good fun !
Other Hellman models:
The Cruiser 18ft 8ins x 34ins wide- Duralite wt 62lbs $2900…………………………….
..The Arrow 17ft x 34 ins wide -built for speed $2,500………………………………………
The Solitude 15ft 6ins x 32ins wide for solo paddler; 40lbs Duralite $2,300 …………………
The Purcell 14ft compact canoe for short trips or fishing $2,300 ……………
.Prices for year 2023, subject to change without notice. …Taxes extra FOB North Vanr
Hellman canoe options:
Duralite standard layup comes with silver aluminum gunwales, starts and handles You may upgrade to Black anodized aluminum as an option of $70.00, or choose wooden thwart and handles for $70.00 …. Wooden gunwales $400.00…Deluxe Carrying Yoke in place of standard flat yoke $80.00...Drop-in Seat (removable). $185.00 ….Call or text for any other requirements ….604-240-0503
We just made a November delivery of a Special order: a Hellman Quetico 16ft 2ins Kevlar hull with pink gelcoat and embedded silver sparkles. Basic weight 42lbs (19kg) plus skid plates (1-1/2lbs. or 0.7kg ) . Our customer was happy to be able to carry it herself.
QUETICO
Specifications:
The Quetico modern design of this canoe allows it to track incredibly well, making a keel unnecessary. This Quetico has very little rocker, a flatter bottom design, and very little upsweep at the bow and stern.
Dimensions:
Boat Weight:
Depth:
Length: 16′ 2 / 4.92m
Duralite: 50 lbs / 22.7 kg
Bow: 17″ / 43.18 cm
Rocker: 1″ / 2.54 cm
Kevlar: 42 lbs / 19 kg
Center: 13″ / 33.02 cm
Hellman Prospector 17ft 6ins
In the basic Duralite layup the Prospector 17ft 6ins is one of Hellman’s most popular models, ideally suited to long multiday tripping. The Duralite layup weighs les than 60lbs and is equipped with a standard flat wooden carry yoke and a pair of wood-web seats. At little extra cost you may order black anodized aluminum gunwales, thwarts and handles or wooden thwarts and handles. We often suggest factory installedKevlar skid plates which save the bow and stern stems from wear that often occurs when running up on the beach or hitting a submerged rock. The ordering, you may select any of the following hull colours: Red, Green,Yellow,,Sand or White..Other special colours are available at additional cost. Our prices are quoted as landed in North Vancouver from Nelson BC
a fast, long distance tripping canoe
Prospector 17’6″ taking lessons with Beaver Canoe Club ‘s Basic Paddlers Course on
The Ottertail made of Cherry (excellent hardwood choice for paddles) is popular for long distance tripping – long, narrow blade is easier on the shoulders. Suggested retail $94.59 Cdn. We also stock the wider Beavertail blade in Cherry $94.59 Cdn.
Quessy Aspen – entry level paddle-shown with resin tip $34.99 ea sizes 54, 57, 60 inch
Beaver Tail Spruce Ash. $59.99 ea sizes 54, 57, 60, 63 inch
Grey Owl Scout -lightweight Basswood, square tip with resin $57.00 ea , sizes 51,54,57,60 inch
Grey Owl Voyageur -laminated 7 in square resin tip blade w/cedar, ash, spruce -popular for tripping $98.00 sizes from 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62 in . Due to high demand, some lengths might not be available during the 2022 season. Please call and request availability.
Carlisle :-Plastic blade on aluminum shaft- good entry paddle for white-water or hard service -T-Grip $34.95 ea, sizes 51, 54, 57, 60, 63 in
Mohawk:- Plastic Blade on larger diameter aluminum shaft + T-Grip – more refined for white-water or hard service. $46.95 ea. sizes 51, 54, 57, 60, 63
Wood-web bench seats for canoes -bow 7 web 32 in & stern 5 web 27 in. styles – $122.00 pair. This gives you a significant upgrade to replace plastic seats
Wood seat hangers; wooden dowels with 6 in #10 stainless bolts set of 4 for one wood-web seat $30.00/set. Wooden Thwarts -strengthens gunwales, $26.00 ea. We will cut to size. Thwart or yoke bracket kit w/ stainless screws $9.00/kit. We stock stainless steel machine screws, nylo lock nuts and washers, slightly extra
The paddling season is around the corner, so it is a good time to check the condition of your canoe or kayak and be sure paddles, ropes and kayak rudder and deck shock cord (bungies) are in good order. Are the neoprene hatch covers keeping out water ? We can supply nearly all sizes. Just send us a paper pattern for us to match or custom cut.
Canoe painters (3/8″ dia braided float rope )-2 pieces 17′ length…… $15.00/pair……………. Ask for other specified lengths @ $0.45/ft.
North Water Wedge Throw Bag w/ 70′ long x 3/8″dia braided Polypro float rope ..$114.95 .N. Wtr Micro Regulation Throw Line 50′ x 1/4″ Polypro Red (black & Blue by order) $39.95 ..call us for net pricing.@ $0.45 ft.
Rentals of different designs of Open Canadian Canoes and single and double sea kayaks. • Sales of Hellman and Clipper canoes •3 Brands of New Canoe paddles • White-water outfitting for canoes • By special order we sell Nimbus Sea Kayaks, built in BC • Safety gear- throw bags – float rope • Repair parts – seats -kayak rudder cable – knee & thigh pads – stainless bolts & screws •A little free advice when requested w/ safety as a priority. The adventure of Exploration but be safe with good equipment and know your skill limits. Join others with similar interests in a club or group. Don’t be afraid to say “No” when it is too demanding for you. For more information, contact David Middleton, owner of this organization. Cell 604-240-0503 voice or text; e-mail:<david@middletonsboats.com> •Hellman Canoes made in Nelson,BC <hellman@hellmancanoes.com
We stock: Wood-web seats for replacement or upgrades to existing canoes; Carry yokes, Thwarts (the cross bar -stock or custom made to order ) , seat hanger kits with bolts, North Water products including Knee pads (closed cell foam ) , wedges, Large & small regulation Rope Bags, 1″ and 2″ D-ring anchors, 3 point Thigh Straps anchors, Thigh Straps and custom made Spray Covers cut and sewn to fit your specific canoe , stainless steel machine screws & nuts, Aluminum 3/16″ and 5/32″ dia. pop-rivets for installing lacing loops for floatation bag tie-downs. ………If you are not sure what you need, contact David by Text or Phone 604-240-0503 or………………………………… e-mail: < david@middletonsboats.com >
Good outfitting helps paddling and may save your canoe from damage if you capsize.
