Richard wrote:
I am thinking of getting a small inflatable boat of some kind to ferry
myself across smaller western rivers (e.g. Gunnison in CO) during high water
when they become too deep to wade across. I just want something that would
be manageable to cross fairly fast current (not white water) with a small
amount of fishing gear. What would be the best kind of design for this
purpose? Shore lines can sometimes be shallow and rocky.


If that's all you want it for I'd suggest an inexpensive inflatable vinyl
"rubber" dingy from the local discount store. I had one for a season to
get out to a moored sailboat. Not fast but it'll get you accross if the
river current isn't too strong.

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