Available Spring 2013.
If you're a river fisherman looking for an edge, you need to consider the NRS Clearwater Drifter. This revolutionary inflatable fishing boat combines the time-tested design of a drift boat with the rugged utility of a self-bailing raft.
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Made of tough drop-stitch PVC material, the Clearwater inflates to a very rigid 9 psi, creating a stout 17-foot drift boat.
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The self-bailing inflatable hull handles rocks and shallow water like a raft while tracking as steathily as a traditional drift boat.
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You can easily disassemble the modular frame and roll up the deflated hull for convenient transport and storage.
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The Clearwater stows readily in a garage, car or small aircraft, or you can ship it UPS to your next fishing destination.
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High rocker in the bow and stern shorten the waterline for superior tracking and anchoring while helping the boat ride over waves.
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The Clearwater's three-chamber design ensures it will keep floating and rowing even if one air chamber is compromised.
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Casting stations in the bow and stern feature swiveling angler seats, diamond plate decks and thigh hooks with stripping baskets for secure, comfortable casting in smooth or rough water.
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A rigid transom in the stern allows you to attach a small outboard motor.
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A padded rowing seat and adjustable foot bar ensure all-day comfort for the oarsman.
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An integrated pulley system lets the oarsman operate the anchor from the rowing seat.
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A heavy-duty rub rail on the gunwales protects high-wear areas.
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3" stainless steel D-rings at the bow provide handy tie-off points and let you winch the Clearwater onto a trailer.
Specs.
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Self Bailing: Yes
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Length: 17'
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Beam: 82"
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Bottom Width: 55"
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Side Height: 26"
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Weight (total w/ frame): 330 lbs.
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Weight (hull only): 120 lbs.
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PVC drop-stitch construction
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Load Capacity: 1,000 pounds of people and gear. Exceeding this will interfere with the self-bailing feature
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Includes:
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Inflatable hull
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Modular frame
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Highback Padded Raft Seat
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2 Angler Swivel Seats
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2 Aluminum diamond-plate casting platforms
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2 Thigh Hooks
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2 Frame Stripping Baskets
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Anchor System (line & anchor not included)
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Oarlocks
