12-03-2014, 02:53 PM
I have a Seahawk 4, seems similar to the one you are looking at. I've had it for two Summers with no problems (seems to be made of quite tough stuff, but I'm still careful). I've only taken it out on reservoirs (no streams), but so far all has been fine.
Just a few suggestions and comments:
1. I would suggest modding (or pimpimg) out the bottom of the boat by buying some plywood and cutting it out to fit the bottom. I know this is extra expense but well worth it in my opinion. You can then use a camp chair, cooler or bucket to sit on rather than the inflatable tacos that come with it. I found quit a few videos on youtube on various things you can do to mod your raft
2. When the wind picks up it is time to come in.
3. Unless you get a motor don't go too far from where you started. The oars are not that great and you will get a good workout if you go very far (and believe me the wind can take you quite a ways). Also the model you are looking at can take a small motor if you want to go that route in the future
4. The hand pump that comes with it is kinda pathetic, if you have access to an electric pump (the kind that plug into the 12v in your vehichle), it makes life a lot easier, just make sure you do not overinflate.
5. Don't forget the other stuff like life jackets and anchor
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Just a few suggestions and comments:
1. I would suggest modding (or pimpimg) out the bottom of the boat by buying some plywood and cutting it out to fit the bottom. I know this is extra expense but well worth it in my opinion. You can then use a camp chair, cooler or bucket to sit on rather than the inflatable tacos that come with it. I found quit a few videos on youtube on various things you can do to mod your raft
2. When the wind picks up it is time to come in.
3. Unless you get a motor don't go too far from where you started. The oars are not that great and you will get a good workout if you go very far (and believe me the wind can take you quite a ways). Also the model you are looking at can take a small motor if you want to go that route in the future
4. The hand pump that comes with it is kinda pathetic, if you have access to an electric pump (the kind that plug into the 12v in your vehichle), it makes life a lot easier, just make sure you do not overinflate.
5. Don't forget the other stuff like life jackets and anchor
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