05-24-2022, 05:21 PM
Thanks for the replies. I won't be seeking out rapids. I ended up going for the FlyCraft Guide Pro, (bigger than the Stealth 3 man), which will be perfect for my family, and is rated for Class 3 rapids, although I won't be seeking them out, and dodging them when able. When on the Green, I will be trying to hug the right side when approaching the mother in law, and will pick my lines carefully. Here are some specs from their website.
[*][b]Two people can securely stand while fishing [/b]with our leg lock standing braces.
[*][b]Self Bailing Floor gives you access to remote river sections [/b]with superior shallow draft technology (3-4 inches).
[*][b]High pressure dropped stitched floor [/b]that provides a rock solid platform to stand on.
[*][b]Gives you all the comforts of a drift boat [/b]with the accessibility of a light-weight inflatable boat.
[*][b]360 degree rotating seats[/b]
[*][b]Internally ran anchor system[/b]
[*][b]Heavily Reinforced Bottom[/b] protects your boat from the river bottom
[*][b]Fits on roof, RV compartment, or bed of a truck with use of tailgate extender[/b]
[*][b]Frame breaks down for easy storage and transport[/b]
[*][b]Weight: 145 lbs[/b]
[*][b]14' long x 56" wide[/b]
[*][b]Rated for Class III rapids[/b]
[*][b]Handles up to a 3.5 hp motor[/b]
[*][b]1200 lb Capacity[/b]
TubeDude, thanks for the advice on the trolling motor and battery. I ended up going with the EnduraMax 55 lb 36' and an Optima Blue Top battery, so hopefully a charge will last a long time. The raft arrives tomorrow, and I look forward to putting it together in time for Memorial Day, and getting my kids fishing.
Some may ask why, for the price, I didn't get a traditional drift boat. I fish stillwaters more than lakes currently, and hope to have it end up being 50/50 with this boat. This boat looks really fun to fish off the front from on lakes, and will be great for popping burbot at night in the fall on the Gorge. I LOVE fishing for burbot, and I couldn't use my 14x6 utility trailer with a Dory. Really don't want another trailer. Plus, I can pack this down and onto a horse, and a lifelong dream is to float the South Fork of the Flathead in the Bob Marshall Wilderness, and this is a craft that can get in there on horseback. Trying to plan that trip for next year.
First stop: Rifle Gap this weekend, and then hopefully Pelican Lake first half of June.
[*][b]Two people can securely stand while fishing [/b]with our leg lock standing braces.
[*][b]Self Bailing Floor gives you access to remote river sections [/b]with superior shallow draft technology (3-4 inches).
[*][b]High pressure dropped stitched floor [/b]that provides a rock solid platform to stand on.
[*][b]Gives you all the comforts of a drift boat [/b]with the accessibility of a light-weight inflatable boat.
[*][b]360 degree rotating seats[/b]
[*][b]Internally ran anchor system[/b]
[*][b]Heavily Reinforced Bottom[/b] protects your boat from the river bottom
[*][b]Fits on roof, RV compartment, or bed of a truck with use of tailgate extender[/b]
[*][b]Frame breaks down for easy storage and transport[/b]
[*][b]Weight: 145 lbs[/b]
[*][b]14' long x 56" wide[/b]
[*][b]Rated for Class III rapids[/b]
[*][b]Handles up to a 3.5 hp motor[/b]
[*][b]1200 lb Capacity[/b]
TubeDude, thanks for the advice on the trolling motor and battery. I ended up going with the EnduraMax 55 lb 36' and an Optima Blue Top battery, so hopefully a charge will last a long time. The raft arrives tomorrow, and I look forward to putting it together in time for Memorial Day, and getting my kids fishing.
Some may ask why, for the price, I didn't get a traditional drift boat. I fish stillwaters more than lakes currently, and hope to have it end up being 50/50 with this boat. This boat looks really fun to fish off the front from on lakes, and will be great for popping burbot at night in the fall on the Gorge. I LOVE fishing for burbot, and I couldn't use my 14x6 utility trailer with a Dory. Really don't want another trailer. Plus, I can pack this down and onto a horse, and a lifelong dream is to float the South Fork of the Flathead in the Bob Marshall Wilderness, and this is a craft that can get in there on horseback. Trying to plan that trip for next year.
First stop: Rifle Gap this weekend, and then hopefully Pelican Lake first half of June.