Definitions for "Royalex"
Material made by Uniroyal composed of layered vinyl and ABS plastic. Stiffer than polyethylene but not as stiff as laminate construction. Laminate boats offer better performance and glide, but don't withstand punishment as well as Royalex.
A synthetic laminate material from Uniroyal, composed of ABS, ABS foam, and crosslinked vinyl layered in sheets which are heated and vaccuum formed into canoe hulls. Very durable; moderate in weight. A variant known as Oltonar is used in Old Town canoes. Royalex canoes are popular for youth groups, their durability providing a measure of reassurance with inexperienced paddlers in a rocky environment, and their extra weight helping to burn up excess youthful energy.