BLUE HOLE CANOE OCA - 1982 Year Model <<<SALE PENDING>>>

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Blue Hole OCA 1982 model in excellent shape. Practically new condition. Photos speak for themselves folks. Pretty rare "Blue on Blue" color scheme on this classic. Asking $3,000.00 <<<PENDING>>>

The Blue Hole OCA (Open Canoe, Aluminum) is a durable, 15'9" Royalex whitewater canoe with aluminum gunwales, known for its technical river performance, featuring a 15" depth, 35" max beam, and a weight of about 70 lbs, designed for serious river running. It differs from the OCB model by having aluminum trim and deeper, technical design for whitewater, whereas the OCB had wood trim and was for recreational use.
Key Specifications
• Length: 15' 9" (4.8m)
• Material: Royalex (a durable, impact-resistant plastic)
• Gunwales: Aluminum
• Weight: Around 70 lbs (31.7kg)
• Depth (Center): 15 inches (38cm)
• Beam (Max): 35 inches (89cm)
• Beam (Waterline): 33 inches (84cm) at 4" waterline
• Hull: Tumblehome (inward curve)
• Usage: Technical whitewater & river running

Key Features & Design
• Whitewater Focus: The OCA is built tough for navigating technical rapids and rocky rivers.
• Royalex Construction: Provides excellent impact resistance, allowing it to take hits and maintain structural integrity.
OCA vs. OCB
• OCA (Open Canoe Aluminum): Aluminum gunwales, deeper (15"), for technical whitewater.
• OCB (Open Canoe/Wood): Wooden decks/gunwales, shallower (13"), for recreational paddling.

If you want a canoe that will handle a couple weeks worth of supplies to head out on a wilderness adventure, this canoe is for you. In the OCA you’ll find all the great characteristics that have made this canoe a paddling legend. With lots of volume to keep you and your gear dry and in whitewater or waves it still tracks well with good hull speed on flatwater. The durable royalex material and classic Blue Hole lines make the OCA 16’ the ultimate wilderness extended tripping canoe.