Bob La Londe wrote:

"Richard" wrote in message
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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 spring
high waters when they become too deep to wade across. I just want
something
that would be manageable to cross fairly fast current (not white water).
What would be the best kind of design for this purpose? Shore lines can
sometimes be shallow and rocky, so I think I would need something with a
durable bottom.


Any kind of inflatable is going to take some time to inflate even with an
eletric pump. Atleast anykind that is reasonably portable. Are you going
to pack it in or what?

No, the river access points would be accessible by vehicle.


Maybe some good waders, a float tube, and some swim fins? Still seems
like a lot to pack, but it would sure be a lot less than an inflatable
boat.


I've read that float tubes should not be used in moving water. Not sure
about the pontoon type float tubes.

Bob La Londe
www.YumaBassMan.com

Thanks for the reply.