The Escape is 17ft 6in, or 5.33 metres, long with a maximum width of 34.5 inches. Wenonah describes it as a shorter, more manoeuvrable counterpart to the Minnesota II, retaining useful tracking and load capacity.
How the design is intended to be used
Its flared bow and extra depth at each end are intended to help keep paddlers drier when wind-driven waves build. The hull may suit a lake circuit that also includes streams and portages.
This is a current manufacturer-profile subject rather than a newly announced handover or launch. Leisure Boat Guide reports its model-specific characteristics to help readers understand the different uses of boats under 12 metres.
Hull and the published specification
The maker lists different construction weights, including 57lb for Flex-Core Tuf-Weave and 41lb for Aramid Ultra-Light. An owner should consider the intended load and frequency of carrying the canoe between waterways.
A published weight does not describe what the boat weighs with paddles, rig, safety gear, provisions or other equipment aboard. Owners should assess the complete load and how it changes the handling, towing and storage arrangements.
Preparing for ordinary use
A small-boat owner should inspect the hull and fittings, review the weather and plan a suitable route and return time. Appropriate flotation, communications and a plan for returning safely remain necessary even on a short lake or estuary trip.
Transport and storage deserve attention as well as appearance on the water. The actual vehicle rating, lifting arrangements and handling capability of the group need checking before purchase.
Matching the version to the user
Build material, trim, rigging or accessories can differ by individual order, and catalogue figures may be revised. A buyer should obtain the current specification, warranty and the manufacturer guidance for the precise craft.
This independent editorial profile is not a comparative sea trial or a claimed recent sale. The manufacturer image relates to the named model, while condition and installed equipment must be verified on the actual boat.
Official primary source: manufacturer model information.