How would this hold up on a float down a (calm and lazy) river?
1829039
In my opinion it is way too unstable and if you fall off it is difficult to climb back on.
1829040
You would hardly touch the water; it sits up really high! I think the material would be durable enough but not much cooling off in the water.
1829041
It would be fine. The material is heavy weight and I wouldn't hesitate to put it in calm water!
1829042
I use this in my pool- I have four now because our family really loves them. It is very sturdy and floats pretty high on the water. I honestly cannot say how it would do on a river. It seems like it is very thick, it would probably be fine. I wonder about the design of it, it is sloped- you sit like in a recliner. The cup holders are great and it has nice handles that are very strong and would be great for tying two chairs together. Try it, I would! Have fun!
1829043
I think its made well and it w would hold up. I personally would prefer the round version instead of the lounge. Either way I think you would be fine I think it would be a person's own preference.
1198618
I have a 21 foot sailboat that weighs approximately 1,200 lbs, and I have this motor on it. It works just fine getting us up and down the local river. Although it un-primes itself rather quickly once you turn it off, and it takes a minute to get primed enough and to pull it enough to start it. But once you get it started it runs quite well.
1160066
This thing is not as tough as a black rubber river tube. On our first trip down the river with this float the mesh bottom got ripped off. We had to use some rope to tie the footrest to the rest of the tube and put one of the less than 100# kids on this float to finish the trip. This is a great tube for floating on a lake, but I would not suggest it for tying together with a bunch of other tubes to go down the river. Amazon did replace the damaged tube quickly.
1306847
Haven't done any whitewater in it but think it would hold up well. Drug mine over more than a few rocks and haven't noticed any damage. Material is way heavier than on the Creek kicker I had and the bottom is impregnated with vinyl. It does form a little more resistance in the water than my Scadden H3 did but with the oars should work fine when maneuvering If you pay attention, and avoid the knife point sharp rocks, I don't see any problems. Hope this helps. Ffp
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.
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.
394932
The boat is unbelievably stable- rough water- not an issue, the danger (to this boat) is up near the bank, rocks and other "sharps".... Fishing hooks as well. Rough water, it will handle it fine. For big water I would go 55ln MinnKota with biggest battery you can find, or. 3.5 horse Tohatsu outboard. Don't beach this boat, get out knee. High water and walk it in- I'm warning you... Otherwise its bulletproof...
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.
935031
Not heavy at all....rather on the light side. I've only used it as a drama prop, so won't be able to tell how it'd feel if used as a paddle in water.
1584825
First...It takes 2AA Bats. Yes sure you can take it down a river ride. BUT...Before doing so I would for sure recommend waterproofing it a bit better. The battery compartment has rubber going around it so it can withstand a heavy downpour. But I would not recommend submerging it. It's an expensive piece of equipment. If you want to take it on the Ocean you can purchase maps.
1989245
I have had this canoe about a year and a half. Last time I took it out I did get stuck a few times in the Moncacy river due to shallow water (probably less than 6 inches). I will say though that it needs a minimal amount of water to float.
2219350
the paddle will float for a few moments but eventually can fill with water and sink. If you are paddling and drop the paddle you probably wont lose it but it you leave it it the water too long it will eventually sink. I have never had to worry about it and have dropped my paddle plenty of times.
458883
I've been using it on a calm lake. If it is a rough river, that you need to make it upstream it may be hard. The paddles aren't the best, there is no foot pressure to get the full thrust of each stroke. One day i was out and it was pretty windy and i could barely keep moving against the wind. That said, if you are going on a river that is fairly calm or you are just traveling with the current it should be fine. I'd watch out for shallow rocks, as I saw one of these tear by scraping on a rock when being put into the water.
1513871
Mine is very durable but not made for rapids in my mind. Two years old and no problems at all.
762549
It would be stable enough, the only issue is water coming over the bow if it's rough. The boat doesn't have a drain plug in the floor.
212067
It is very manageable with just one paddler. I do most of my paddling in it alone and never have any problem.
218077
I think it would float if you sealed it up good, but it is top heavy so it will probably tip over and not stay upright.