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one-inch-wide straps. We’ve ordered another six of each size. We used longer ones to secure the cooler and dry box lids. The straps are sitting on our folding NRS Campsite Counter that doubles as a bench in the raft and make- shift backboard.


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11] With the oars in the locks, we measured and set the oar sleeves and stops. Personal preference determines how to set the oars. At the end of the day, we found we wanted ours closer together with just enough room so our thumbs would pass between the butts of the oars.


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12] We were too timid to use our beautiful Sawyer Square- Tops on our very first shallow water run. We slid our spare blades into cam strap loops; notice the direction of the buckle is facing up. This al- lows us to quickly release the buckle and slide the spare out and into the oarlock. We also loved the NRS side racks. Four three-foot platforms provide more horizontal surface for lashing day bags, and they make moving about the raft so much safer.


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