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We know how daunting it can be to find the right raft. Then, there's making sure it’s configured and set up correctly. And… well… knowing how to use it! We're here to guide you at every step of your boat journey.
Find your raftRafts That Understand You
From seasoned guides to family adventurers, find a raft that’s been thoughtfully designed for your unique journey.
Leave the complexity to us. Enjoy peace of mind with your raft being professionally prepared for your first cast. Professional setup is included free of charge with our SOTAR rafts and is available for NRS and RioCraft.
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Accelerate your journey from novice to adept with our expert tutorials and hands-on classes. Dive into the art of rafting with confidence.
Our founder, John Herzer, designed the first fly fishing raft almost 40 years ago in partner with SOTAR. Since then, John has continued honing and improving the SOTAR Strike and influencing the fly fishing raft product category.
What makes a raft so great compared to a drift boat?
On the rock-strewn, freestone rivers of Missoula, Montana -- the raft is king. Our guides often fish from a raft all season due to the variability of our rivers. In high water, they offer superior safety. In low water or log-jammed channels, a lightweight raft allows you to easily walk the boat down a skinny gravel bar or portage over logs. Not only that, but a raft allows you use put-ins and take-outs that drift boats wouldn't dream of. You can kick your raft down a steep bank and float a skinny section that no drift boat would dare. We've seen it all, and we know what makes a great fishing raft. Our current selection has been hand picked from the top manufacturers to make sure we carry the very best at every price point.
"If there’s a better raft to fish from than the 13½-foot Blackfoot Strike, I’ve never seen it. Tapering tubes cutting an amazingly shallow draft, it’s a joy to row. Nimble enough to skate through lateJuly boulder gardens and put you exactly where you want to be in Class IV water. Sleek enough to slice through brutal headwinds. Quiet and stable enough to let anglers deliver on-the-nailhead casts and sustain flawless drifts."
Dan Crockett
Blackfoot Strike 14'6"
"If, like me, you also love to do 5- to 7-day runs down lively rivers like the Middle Fork of the Salmon and the Yampa, bring lots of gear and toss in a couple good-sized dogs, the 14’6” is your boat. Even at a foot longer and half a foot wider, it absorbs ridiculous loads and tiptoes through tailouts. When you have to choose the lesser among evils in the caldron of Kitchen Sink, it has the guts to punch formidable holes. And when you just want to share a day of fishing with your buddies, it still handles like a dream."
Dan Crockett
Better In Every Regard
"I purchased a Blackfoot Strike from BRO and absolutely love my boat! I had previously owned another raft from a well known manufacturer that was setup for fishing. While it was a good boat, the Sotar Blackfoot Strike is better in every regard. In addition to regular day floats around Missoula, I have also taken my Strike on four Smith River trips and it is an outstanding platform for multiday camping. I am confident you will enjoy your Strike as much as I have enjoyed mine."
THE ULTIMATE FISHING BOAT
Designed by Blackfoot River Outfitters founder John Herzer and custom built in the USA by SOTAR, the Blackfoot Strike is the ultimate fishing boat. John has been rowing...
THE ULTIMATE FISHING BOAT
Designed by Blackfoot River Outfitters founder John Herzer and custom built in the USA by SOTAR, the Blackfoot Strike is the ultimate fishing boat. John has been rowing...
THE ULTIMATE FISHING BOAT
Designed by Blackfoot River Outfitters founder John Herzer and custom built in the USA by SOTAR, the Blackfoot Strike is the ultimate fishing boat. John has been rowing...
What makes the Micro Strike standout? At 11 feet, the Micro Strike is easy and small enough for one person to lift and place on top of a small vehicle or in between the rear wheel wells of a utili...
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Catch the adventure wherever your rig can take you and wherever your buddy wants to explore in the Approach 120 fishing raft. The perfect size for two anglers and gear, the Approac...
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Overcrowding on popular waterways is an increasing problem. Be part of the solution with the Approach 100, a micro-raft designed to give adventure anglers more access to skinny wa...
The NRS Slipstream 120 Fishing Raft Package features our do-it-all small fishing boat. The Slipstream 120 is built to handle whitewater and flatwater, this compact powerhouse can take a rower and t...
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The NRS Slipstream 139 Fishing Raft Packages feature the gear-hauling fishing boat. Built to handle the heavy loads of multi-day fishing adventures with plenty of room for coolers...
The NRS Slipstream 120 Fishing Raft Package features our do-it-all small fishing boat. The Slipstream 120 is built to handle whitewater and flatwater, this compact powerhouse can take a rower and ...
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Day trips with a few buddies to overnighters off-grid, the versatility of the Slipstream 129 fuels the adventure angler’s wanderlust from coast to coast. With the option to fit thr...
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With its three-angler set-up, the additional room in the Slipstream 142 leaves space for hauling the rods, coolers and gear for multi-day fishing adventures. The largest raft in ou...
Rio Craft dry boxes are river tested and guide approved, featuring a clean powder coating finish that won’t mark up your boat. The convenient auxiliary lid offers quick and easy access to your gear...
Rio Craft dry boxes are river tested and guide approved, featuring a clean powder coating finish that won’t mark up your boat. The convenient auxiliary lid offers quick and easy access to your gear...
Sleek and purpose-built, The Madison is the fisherman's dream come true. With a diminishing tube design and a keen eye for detail, it's crafted for snag-free, pure angling enjoyment. The side-locat...
This lightweight fishing frame is designed by fishing guides to provide a snag-free layout for your 13'6" Madison raft. Expertly crafted with industry knowledge, it offers the highest quality exper...
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Setup is included complementary for all Sotar Strike purchases and is offered as an add-on for non-Sotar
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An all aluminum Rod Holder that will hold (2) fly rods up to 10 feet long. The Rod Dog attaches to your frame cross bars with (2) u-bolts (provided) and keeps your rods protected and ready to fish...
NRS Color Coded Tie-Down Straps let you tell at a glance what size strap you have. Tough polypropylene webbing and our heavy-duty 1" cam buckle ensure reliable performance and long-lasting durabili...
Keep your favorite beverage handy with our Cup Holder. Attaches to your frame with stainless u-bolt (provided). Will fit NRS frames. Choose bare aluminum or powder coated.
*Not eligible for fre...
This is the best selling model of all our K-Pumps. Perfect for almost any inflatable, it is super easy to pump, compact, lightweight and extremely durable. It’s a great primary or “top off” pump fo...
Oar Rights work to keep your oar blade in the right position while rowing for full-power strokes.
The spline of the Oar Right fits between the horns of an open oarlock to "lock" your oar blade in...
It only takes one cold, wet day on the river to appreciate that dry gear makes for a better experience. Our large Dry Creek® Dry Bag helps you keep your dry stuff dry. A roll-top, seam-sealed desi...
Our Gear Bench gives you a spot to organize your small gear items. The tray on the front is a great spot for tippet spools, floatant, a cell phone etc. The foam block is a great spot to hook flies ...
Custom cut in-house from Marine Grade Plywood. Front & Rear specific floor inserts for added stability. Included notch for 2' NRS Strap to secure platforms to raft floor.
*Available for in-sto...
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