Are NRS rafts good?

They’re a great value but tend to not be as durable and well made as the American-made rafts. 1. NRS offers a huge variety of boat styles made from a variety of materials. Their warranty is between 1-10 years depending on the material and style of boat.

What does NRS brand mean?

Enhancing Experiences Since manufacturing the first purpose-built dry bag for boaters back in 1977, the NRS name has stood for rugged, reliable equipment built to the standards of our toughest customers: professional outfitters and guides.

What is a NRS raft made of?

Boat makers use two general types of coated materials: synthetic rubber, such as NRS’s Pennel Orca® (Hypalon® or neoprene), or plastic polymers (PVC or urethane) in their inflatables. If you can see both sides of the material—from a tear, loose seam or by removing a valve—you should be able to tell.

How do I choose a raft frame?

Q: How do I know if a frame will fit my boat? A: There are two key frame measurements: “center-to-center” and “flat length”. Calculate the “center-to-center” measurement by taking the width (outer dimension) of your raft (this is not necessary for a cataraft) and subtracting the diameter of one tube.

How many people can fit on a 14 raft?

A 12-13-foot raft is comfortable for a maximum of five-six people and a 14-15-footer will work well for up to seven or eight people.

How big is a 10 man raft?

The 16-foot NRS E-160 is perfect for the big-water boater or for the outfitter who needs to carry extra passengers and gear.

Who founded NRS?

Bill Parks
Bill Parks, NRS Founder.

Does NRS own star?

In 2017, NRS acquired the STAR brand with the commitment to continue STAR’s legacy.

Where are Aire rafts made?

Meridian, Idaho
Made in the USA: AIRE boats are made right here in Meridian, Idaho, USA.

What is the best material to build a raft?

Gathering materials Rafts can be built from a whole host of materials, so long as they naturally float. Wood, foam and barrels are all good materials to make a raft with, but in this case we’ll mostly be using wood and styrofoam.