Is this tough enough to float down a river, and survive hitting sharp rocks and sticks? Thank you.
1871222
some round or rough rocks it can handle. it will NOT handle sharp rocks or sticks.
1316391
I think you could. I've gone on a river before and its honestly hard going up it if its strong. I took it to the cottage just got back today. Lakes are so easy if no waves are present. But a few waves can be challenging. I think you could do it depending on how fast the river is
2090459
We have taken it down class 3's and it has flipped during tight bends in the river. If you're more experienced, you may be able to keep it upright. We have had no issues with punctures from sticks or jagged rocks. We are pretty rough with the kayak and have taken it down rivers at least 10 times over the last 2 years so it's impressive that it still works great!
2005678
My grandkids have played with it in a lake. I think it's tough enough, grandkids have really given it a work out jumping into it off raft. My concern that if not watching could drift out too far for safety.
108897
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.
1253358
It can survive drops easily. If something heavy dropped/any sort of moderate blunt force(angled right) on it though, it might get damaged.
80806
Tandy, I have not capsized myself in a river with it, but I have got it wet rinsing the blade off after cutting citrus fruits and such, and I've gotten a lot more of the knife wet while doing so than I intended. If I had to guess, it would probably survive a dunk in the water, unless you happened to turn it on accidentally while it's underwater. If you're paranoid, get a dry bag and put your knife and such in it. It also has the added benefit of floating if you get dumped.
1911819
I have floated the Deschutes River a few times with this Sea-Doo raft, always with 4 full grown adults + plenty of full bags of drinks, lunches, dry clothes, etc. I'd say the heaviest load the raft carried was over 800lbs, and wasn't a problem. FUN! No problems other than punctures that were my own fault. Easily repaired.
1482602
I took it to a creek near San Diego, CA where it's like shallow rapids, you even have to dip under branches & trees & this thing hung in there through it all! So I would say it probably won't, It seems pretty durable & I went down that thing several times all day! Hope this helps, Christie
108898
I took mine down a creek and got hung up on rocks several times and it's fine. Pretty thick rubber.
641156
Just got back from tubing down the Boulder River in Golden. There are plenty of smooth rocks to bump into, although we tried to maneuver around most of them. I think that the material stands up to abrasion pretty well. However, I have to say that for some unknown reason the tube doesn't stay completely firm. I don't think that it leaks through cuts from rocks, but rather through the seams or valves. It really did hold up to a couple of hours of fun.
906485
Jim, my family and I have been boating for nearly 30 yrs. We have gone through more tubes that I want to count. This tube can handle any type of water condition. Actually the rougher the better, if they like jumping. It is very stable and almost to stable. You really have to go out of your way to flip it. I have taken my older boys around tight turns doing 35 mph and it won't flip. You and your family will enjoy it. Have fun,Don
458885
The boat has only been used by childern in a small lake and a pool. It has held up well, but if you have a risk of hitting sharp rocks or trees it may not be your best choice.
1380606
I found it to be very durable. It held up for the second year. No rips or damage yet. I only use it in the pool. As for a river run or linking to others, I'm not sure but probably not.
313013
"Most" 'river rocks' have been worn smooth by the EONS of time that the river has been flowing over them, so "Most" river rocks won't be sharp. Now does that answer your question? Probaly not, but in my experience with the rafts, they are pretty damn tough, and one day when I was putting them in the back of my Jeep, one got snagged by a sharp piece of metal, that holds my top down when it is in the 'up' position, and all it did was make a small mark. I though for sure it ripped, so i put on a piece of the repair tape, that the rafts come with, and have been useing them fine ever since, just being more careful when putting them away in the Jeep. "Most" 'river rocks' have been worn smooth by the EONS of time that the river has been flowing over them, so "Most" river rocks won't be sharp. Now does that answer your question? Probaly not, but in my experience with the rafts, they are pretty damn tough, and one day when I was putting them in the back of my Jeep, one got snagged by a sharp piece of metal, that holds my top down when it is in the 'up' position, and all it did was make a small mark. I though for sure it ripped, so i put on a piece of the repair tape, that the rafts come with, and have been useing them... » Read More "Most" 'river rocks' have been worn smooth by the EONS of time that the river has been flowing over them, so "Most" river rocks won't be sharp. Now does that answer your question? Probaly not, but in my experience with the rafts, they are pretty damn tough, and one day when I was putting them in the back of my Jeep, one got snagged by a sharp piece of metal, that holds my top down when it is in the 'up' position, and all it did was make a small mark. I though for sure it ripped, so i put on a piece of the repair tape, that the rafts come with, and have been useing them fine ever since, just being more careful when putting them away in the Jeep. « Show Less
1475613
yes. it is good, tough material. that being said, I haven't done anything crazy like whitewater rafting with it, so I couldn't say if it could handle that, but if you want a nice, peaceful trip along a calm river, this works great (i've only ever used it in the Potomac in DC, and it was exactly what I wanted). hope this helps.
584711
We haven't had it on the river but we have had it on the lake. It's pretty durable. We are very pleased with it.