Jul 31, 2008 · I learned once how to decipher serial numbers but it didn’t quite stick. Who knows the code? I’m looking at MADJX982E888-K. Obviously MAD = Mad River, JX = Slipper. I think 982 = how many were made up to and including this one (can that be true?). Logically, E = May, 88 = 1988 and K = Kevlar. That leaves an extra 8. I suspect that means it is the normal …

Aug 28, 2010 · I am looking at buying another Mad River Canoe and need to understand the serial number. The one I have is an Explorer Royalex with wood gunwales and deep red (chianti?) in color. I bought it in '02. My number is MAD 14635F000. Can anyone break down how the numbers work so I can know the exact model, material, gunwales, date and color? I may see …

Jul 23, 2010 · The Quest has a Lightweight hull, is a small, performance oriented canoe. Weighing far less than polyethylene canoes, the Mad River Quest paddles easily and glides quickly on ponds, lakes and smooth-flowing rivers. Children and adults will feel secure on casual outings around the summer cottage or on weekend camping trips.

Apr 8, 2016 · Hi All, First post here – but I wanted to pick some brains about this canoe. A local outfitter has a Mad River “kevlar” canoe for sale on a trade in that was originally made back in 1983. From the pictures and comments it is structurally sound but well used (would need new skid plates at a minimum). 16’ and from what they are saying it comes in around 55lbs. Does …

Sep 29, 2014 · The first three characters “MAD” are the manufacturer’s identification code and in this case stands for Mad River Canoe, of course. The next 5 characters could be used by the maker anyway they wished. Many makers used 1 or 2 …

Jul 6, 2020 · I just purchased an older Mad River Canoe from Facebook Marketplace that is need of some serious TLC. I need to replace all of the wood as it has all rotted beyond repair, and to find the right parts I need to know what boat I have. This is going to be a fun restoration project for me and my kids once we can get the parts together. I have looked all over for any identifying …

Jul 11, 2007 · My father purchased his royalex Mad River Canoe about 24 years ago from Appomattox River Company in Farmville, Va. This canoe has been used every year since then, almost weekly on the New and James rivers and is still going strong. I am a believer in Mad River Canoe’s. I am now in the market to purchase my own canoe to join in the fun. We are located …

Sep 16, 2015 · Doubt it is a Mad River The MIC (manufacturer’s identification code) for Mad River Canoe is MAD and as far as I know it always has been. The MIC VTB was assigned to the Vermont Tubbs Inc formerly of Wallingford, VT, which has been out of business since March 1979 (and that is all I know about Vermont Tubbs). Your boat was built in June 1973.

May 3, 2008 · Malecite was one of the great short class down river racers. A fine tripper/ tourer for a compact tandem team. Mike, at Ranger, makes a fine general purpose ~16 foot hull. Otter is 1.5" wider than Malecite, so it'll haul a little more; be a little more stable. And, check another NE craft builder, Vermont Canoe.

Jul 24, 2020 · Hello, everyone! We’re searching for a canoe for our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 girls - 3 & 5). We found a Mad River Duck Hunter 17’ Royalex and think it looks awesome!