Pack Canoe
Nessmuk
&
Nessmuk
XL
Rooted in Adirondack tradition— A true pack canoe paddled from a low seat with a double blade
light enough to carry with ease- whether to the car or down the trail to the next lake.
The setup— feels comfortable right away especially for paddlers coming from kayaks
If you love kayaking but are curious if there’s a better way, it’s time to meet the Nessmuk. It’s designed with a kayak-style seat and is paddled with a double bladed paddle. It moves through the water effortlessly and weighs less than you’ll believe. This time-tested Adirondack tradition is based on the original design from Rushton Boat Works of Canton, NY. It comes in 2 sizes to help it fit all paddlers.
Pack Canoe
Nessmuk & Nessmuk XL
Rooted in Adirondack tradition— A true pack canoe paddled from a low seat with a double blade
light enough to carry with ease- whether to the car or down the trail to the next lake.
The setup— feels comfortable right away especially for paddlers coming from kayaks
Hand made
Craft Woodwork
custom built
If you love kayaking but are curious if there’s a better way, it’s time to meet the Nessmuk. It’s designed with a kayak-style seat and is paddled with a double bladed paddle. It moves through the water effortlessly and weighs less than you’ll believe. This time-tested Adirondack tradition is based on the original design from Rushton Boat Works of Canton, NY. It comes in 2 sizes to help it fit all paddlers.
Versatility. Adaptability. Capacity.
Design Approach
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Designed with intent
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Designed & Built in New York
Rooted in the Finger Lakes paddling region.
By Paddlers for Paddlers
Designed by experts.
Refined in the Wild
Tested over years and miles.
Nessmuk Specs
length
Total length: 10′6″
Hull Width
At gunwales: 27″
At 4″ waterline: 25″
Maximum: 27″
Hull depth
Bow: 14″
Center: 10″
Stern: 14″
rocker
Bow: 1.5″
Stern: 1.5″
capacity
light loads
water type(s)
Ponds/lakes & streams/easy rivers
Price
ROC layup: $2,395
FLX layup: $2,395
Premium+: $2,195
Kevlar Hybrid: $1,995
Nessmuk XL specs
length
Total length: 11′ 10″
Hull Width
At gunwales: 28″
At 4″ waterline: 26″
Maximum: 28″
Hull depth
Bow: 15″
Center: 11″
Stern: 15″
rocker
Bow: 1.75″
Stern: 1.75″
capacity
mid-full loads
water type(s)
Ponds/lakes & streams/easy rivers
Price
ROC layup: $2,995
FLX layup: $2,995
Premium+: $2,795
Kevlar Hybrid: $2,595
Hand made
Craft Woodwork
custom built
Fit & use
Is the Nessmuk the right canoe for you?
The Nessmuk is designed for relaxed travel, carries between lakes, and unhurried days on the water. If you’re looking for something that accelerates more quickly and feels a bit more sporty, the Mayfly Pack tends to suit that style better.
And if you prefer a traditional canoe seating position — sitting higher with a single-blade paddle — one of our standard solo models will likely feel more natural.