Canoes
All my canoe designs are original and have been developed from years of paddling in the Adirondacks. Each canoe I design has a specific paddler and purpose in mind. Plans are available for $150 each.
My brother Alex fishing from the Shetland 12’ on Owen Pond, ADKs.
Alex portaging the Shetland 12’ into Owen Pond.
Shetland 12’ Ultralight - C1
The Shetland 12’ Ultralight is my lightest boat yet and the perfect pack canoe for those who enjoy the beauty and feel of a wood canoe.
Dimensions: length = 12’, width = 28”, depth = 11”.
Weight: 18 pounds.
Rocker: 1”
Close up of inset design on the Shetland 12’.
Skye 16 - C2
The Skye is a versatile recreational canoe that can handle a variety of conditions and a lot of cargo.
Dimensions: length = 16’, width = 34”, depth = 12”.
Weight: 45 pounds.,
Rocker: 1.5”
My 8th graders on our 4 day trip to the Saranac Lakes in the Adirondacks .
Islay 13 - C1
The Islay is a light, stable and agile solo canoe designed for a paddler and their dog.
Dimensions: length = 13’, width = 32”, depth = 12”.
Weight: 22 pounds.,
Rocker: 1.5”
My wife Jill and our dog Ruby on the Wrightsville Reservoir near Montpelier VT.
Iona 14 - C1
The Iona is a fast and light solo canoe designed for more experienced paddlers.
Dimensions: length = 14’, width = 28”, depth = 11”.
Weight: 22 pounds.,
Rocker: 1”
My daughter Emma on Moose Pond in the Adirondacks.
1:12 Scale model of the Arran.
Arran 17 - C2
The Arran is a sleek tandem boat designed for more experienced paddlers.
Dimensions: length = 17’, width = 32”, depth = 11”.
Weight: 45 pounds.
Rocker: 1”
Scale models of the Tait Canoe collection from left: Arran 17’, Skye 16’, Iona 14’, Islay 13’. Shetland 12’,.
The Tait Canoe Collection
Scale models (1:12) of my five original designs (from left to right).
Arran 17’: performance tandem canoe - 17’ x 32”, 45 lbs.
Skye 16’: versatile recreational tandem canoe - 16’ x 34”, 45 lbs.
Iona 14’: performance solo canoe - 14’ x 28”, 22 lbs.
Islay 13’: agile/stable solo canoe - 13’ x 32”, 22 lbs.
Shetland 12’: ultralight solo pack canoe - 12’ x 28”, 18 lbs.
Tait Canoe Guarantee
I want you to use and enjoy your canoe for many generations to come. So, for as long as you own your canoe (or pass it on to a family member) at no cost to you, I will ..
Repair or replace any damage due to normal use.
Refinish your canoe every 5 years (provided it is properly stored when not in use).