J-200 (Modern)
J-200 (Modern)
Manufactured By:
Wenonah
Designed By:
Eugene Jensen
Year Introduced: Approx. 1990. A Redesign of the J-200 Classic
Ideal Paddler Weight Range: 165-180 lbs.
Hull Weight: 26 lbs.
Material: Carbon Graphite or Kevlar
Dimensions
Overall Length: 18'-6"
Maximum Hull Width at Waterline: 31.875" at 4" Waterline
Maximum Gunwale Width: 18"
Width at Front Thwart: 10"
Width at Rear Thwart: 16.875"
Bow Height: 15.75"
Stern Height: 11.75"
Seat Height (From Floor): 6.5"
Rocker: 0"
"For larger paddlers, the J-200 is a radical new departure in solo marathon canoes. The J-200 is a super fast performance C-1 with blazing straight ahead speed. Yet the 200 is also maneuverable and quick to accelerate off of the line. In the past larger paddlers had to make do with hulls that were fast, but often unresponsive. The J-200’s narrow profile increases the canoe’s speed while the radical “wing” gives paddlers an easy reach to the water for a full powerful stroke. The J-200 is our best selling marathon C-1 ever and is used by North America’s leading marathon paddlers. For paddlers seeking the best combination of speed, performance, acceleration and stability, no marathon canoe matches the new Wenonah J-200."
Jason Quagliata via New York Paddlesport Racing Association Newsletter
"Very solid platform for paddle stroke, balanced, easy to paddle straight and can make paddle stroke mistakes and still remain straight, difficult to carve and is unforgiving if you do not set up properly for the turn. Boat pops well and maintains speed, would feel comfortable in this boat with high swirly waters."
Kyle Kiser via New York Paddlesport Racing Association Newsletter
"Seems to be the best boat for me, holds a heavier paddler very well. Prone to not turning, but can be turned with enough strength and leverage. Top end speed, especially downstream is unbeatable for a strong paddler. Recommended for a big, strong paddler who can handle a boat easily."
Michael Schlimmer via New York Paddlesport Racing Association Newsletter
"The Wenonah J-200 was like the big brother to the J-201.; The gunwhales were a bit fatter, its turning circle wasn’t the best, and its impressive top end speed seemed to come out of nowhere. The harder I paddled it, the faster it would go. Like the J-201 I could paddle 7 or 8 strokes a side. Strangely, in all water, it had to be trimmed all the way back."
Marc Gillespie via New York Paddlesport Racing Association Newsletter
"[The J-200] initially felt huge and bulky. However, I think it had the fastest top end speed, specially downstream and I’ve always said that the J-200 feels like it has a top end limited only by the power of the paddler. (If Only I was Stronger!)"