Excellent video and review! So worth the full watch. I really got a lot out of your suggestions of additions to make the Rapid Raft more usable. I am looking at the Rapid Raft for our search and rescue K9 unit. We have full rafts and kayaks, but we were looking for something that could be quickly deployed for hiding our scent sources in the river or lake for set-up of a training with later deployment of the full raft with handler, dog and rower(s). The rapid raft really fits that bill, but also could be crucial in multiple search scenarios on a real mission. This review helped me see all the possibilities. Thank you!
You’ll notice i hold them in both positions in the video, i was trying to see if haveing it one way or the Other would have any impact on the side-to-side sway…
Great tip regarding the skeg, I'll have to look at doing the same. Putting an extension tube on the mouth piece is the same thing I've done with my RapidRaft, makes it so much easier for topping up air when on the water. Rather than a seat / pillow, for extra insulation I use my Thermarest NeoAir XLite Sleeping Mat which fits perfectly. I've got some RapidRaft videos on my channel if you are interested.
I might try and put an air mattress for a floor which is would presuume would help add ridgidity to the boat, but i would still want to have a seat i think, will try it and see. Just subbed to your Channel! Great conent mate! Thanks for your support!
Wow great idea with the neoair! I will have to try with my torso length pad. What specific tubing have you guys added? Looking to do the same with mine.
A very cool product with a lot of versatility. Funny thing I was thinking of going aquatic and have been in the market for a solo canoe but this might fit the bill as well. Thanks Nate
The floor is a bit thinner than on the Alpaka Scout but if I was a betting man, I would say it should be OK but if you’re worries about it, I would suggest maybe putting some booties on your dogs’ front paws just to minimize wear on the material.
