SOTAR Rogue Series Nugget

The Nugget uses a diminishing tube design, which tapers from 20 inches at the stern to 16 inches at the bow. This configuration increases interior space and provides a higher bow rake, allowing the raft to climb over waves and holes more effectively than a raft with uniform tube diameters.

The raised mesh floor is a significant performance feature that allows water to drain almost instantly, keeping the raft lighter and more responsive in technical whitewater. Because it doesn't hold water like a traditional floor, you'll notice the boat feels more agile and less sluggish after hitting a big wave.

Yes, it is specifically engineered for that environment. The hull is constructed from a specialized, abrasion-resistant material designed to glide over rocks rather than stick to them, making it an excellent choice for technical creeking.

The Nugget comes with two removable thwarts, which gives you flexibility in how you set up the interior. You can reposition or remove them depending on whether you are running the boat as a paddle raft with a crew or setting it up for a specific guide-and-paddler configuration.

For a whitewater raft, 55 pounds is quite lightweight, making it much easier to carry to the water's edge or load onto a vehicle than standard, heavier rafts. However, keep in mind that once it is rigged with a frame or gear, the total weight will increase significantly.