how it rides on the river?
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I never took it on a fast pace river... I have taken it on some slow and steady ones which it absolutely handeled fine. I tried to take it on some rapids quite a few time because I do feel extremely confident in the design that it would have no issues at all... But they were always dried up, low and slow flowing while I was back in Missouri. I'm out in the UK now and actually looking to take these up to Loch Ness and Loch Lomond in Solcotland and also looking for some faster paced rivers. If I do manage to experience anything of the kind I will be sure to let you know. From a little wal-mart store in MO to across the world. I'm sure my lil kayaks are proud of them selves!!! :)
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I never took it on a fast pace river... I have taken it on some slow and steady ones which it absolutely handeled fine. I tried to take it on some rapids quite a few time because I do feel extremely confident in the design that it would have no issues at all... But they were always dried up, low and slow flowing while I was back in Missouri. I'm out in the UK now and actually looking to take these up to Loch Ness and Loch Lomond in Solcotland and also looking for some faster paced rivers. If I do manage to experience anything of the kind I will be sure to let you know. From a little wal-mart store in MO to across the world. I'm sure my lil kayaks are proud of them selves!!! :) I never took it on a fast pace river... I have taken it on some slow and steady ones which it absolutely handeled fine. I tried to take it on some rapids quite a few time because I do feel extremely confident in the design that it would have no issues at all... But they were always dried up, low and slow flowing while I was back in Missouri. I'm out in the UK now and actually looking to take these up to Loch Ness and Loch Lomond in Solcotland and also looking for some faster paced rivers. If I do manage to experience anything of the kind I will be sure to let you know. From a little... » Read More I never took it on a fast pace river... I have taken it on some slow and steady ones which it absolutely handeled fine. I tried to take it on some rapids quite a few time because I do feel extremely confident in the design that it would have no issues at all... But they were always dried up, low and slow flowing while I was back in Missouri. I'm out in the UK now and actually looking to take these up to Loch Ness and Loch Lomond in Solcotland and also looking for some faster paced rivers. If I do manage to experience anything of the kind I will be sure to let you know. From a little wal-mart store in MO to across the world. I'm sure my lil kayaks are proud of them selves!!! :) « Show Less
2168283
Yes, I live in washington and cruze the waterfront in the summer time. Wheels were super loose but it rides really smooth. Best board iv rode hands down
1157975
I have not used mine there, but I have used mine on the Mississippi River here is Wisconsin and it was Wonderful! We have had a lot of fun with it. Seems very durable. I guess the putting it away is kind of a pain. but it was worth it.
1215517
my friend was 260. the kayak was 2 inches from the lip. on a still lake its fine, on a moving river don't chance it.
108899
so far we have ran over some small sticks in the river and when we get to shallow water it rubs just get out and pull it through.I have only had it out twice but so far have had no issues.even when pulling up to a gravel bar I just get out of it I have a rope tied to the front and I just drag it onto the gravel bar and have had no problems. one thing to note is that these have a flat bottom to them so they act more like a raft in the water than a kayak.
1339206
Wendi, spend another $20 and get a boat that works, The controller quit after 2 hrs. The boat did rip pretty good in the river. for a while..
713491
I'm using it right now on a river!! yes the creases are normal, while it is hot anyways. it's probably the best 14$ investment I've made in a long time!
2281364
We have only used it going down the Chena River in Fairbanks Alaska. A very mild river. I have also floated the Colorado River In Nevada and I would definitely use it on that river. There is so much room and very easy to maneuver. It's very sturdy.
677271
I have it on my pontoon boat. I cruise around at 15 -20 mph. It is perfect for us. I have using it for a year now and it has held up well.
1160065
Hello A. Salyer, the outer covering I'd say is quite durable. However, the handles that I tie together for our need would not take the stress of a river rafting. We are simply floating in Hood Canal, something like a lake. Individually, I don't see why it could not work on a gentle river.
854496
There is a seat and a bar across the front that keeps the side apart. You are submerged in the water a few inches. It's great for the price, but the bar does make entry/exit difficult, especially with fins on. If you're able to spring for a higher-end product, you want one with a strap around the whole outside. However, this one is certainly adequate for floating down the river in what is, essentially, and easy-chair.
2168280
Yes it is amazing for cruising around on! I just got it today, but it has been a nice ride so far! Very smooth!
2106065
Our river ride was a little over 3 hours. There was a lot of splashing but wasn't submerged for 3 hours. Submerged time I'd say less than an hour.
785669
It should be just fine as long as you understand that the shorter the boat the less stable. I play with mine in the main Salmon river Idaho and on lakes. I have flipped mine a few times horsing around.Out in larger chop I have extra floatation and a pump. This boat is a bitch to drain if your out from shore and flip it. I have a skirt for mine and that's real sweet. Bottom line it's light and very versital.
1494297
Absolutely. I ride in it with my preschooler, which means, one person in charge plus some (wiggly) extra weight. A downside to this kayak is that it sits high on the water, so very high profile and can be hard to control in wind -- maybe more of an issue for a single rider/paddler (just one set of arms to resist). But a cinch, on the other hand, to drift down a calmish but shallow river, as the boat sits so high it passes over things that catch other kayaks.
2171229
I have only had kayaks on it so there is not much to support. I have had it on the highway at 65 mph with no problems but only have a few hundred miles on it. So far so good.
920263
I've done a few river runs. I would not take the double down a river, just use it to float on a lake. I would suggest the single for a river run if its a quick flow river.