Lightweight. Nimble. Built to Fish.
The 12'6" Blackfoot Strike is the most compact raft in the Strike lineup—perfect for anglers who prioritize simplicity, maneuverability, and performance. Designed for two-person fishing crews with the occasional third passenger, this model is ideal for minimalists and day trippers who want a top-tier boat without the bulk.
Whether you're floating tight technical water or rowing big western rivers, the 12'6" Strike is light, responsive, and stable—making it a favorite for tactical fishing missions, low water conditions, and anglers who travel light but fish hard.
Small Design. Serious Capability.
Designed by Blackfoot River Outfitters founder John Herzer and hand-built in the USA by SOTAR, the Strike incorporates over three decades of guiding experience and field testing. The 12'6" model carries the same DNA as its larger siblings, in a more nimble, minimalist package.
Low Profile. High Performance.
The low-profile, asymmetrical design of the Blackfoot Strike gives it a unique blend of agility, visibility, and flotation:
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Diminishing bow maximizes usable interior space without increasing bulk
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Less than 7 feet of tube on the water and a 19″ max tube diameter provide a shallow draft and maximum maneuverability—ideal for skinny water
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Raised stern tube diameter adds extra flotation for a rear angler or additional gear
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Maintains 360-degree visibility and streamlined aerodynamics—a major asset when rowing technical water or guiding fly anglers
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Nimble enough for tight, boulder-choked pocket water and stable enough to handle serious whitewater
Durability That’s Second to None
Every Blackfoot Strike is hand-built in the USA using SOTAR’s proprietary Rezcoat fabric—widely recognized as the toughest raft material in the industry. This 40 oz., 100% urethane shell is reinforced with a 1500 denier base fabric, giving it unmatched abrasion resistance, puncture strength, and overall durability.
Whether you’re scraping down low water boulder gardens or dragging into remote put-ins, the 12'6" Strike is built to take abuse and keep performing—season after season. Add in welded seams and multi-chamber safety construction, and you’ve got a raft that doesn’t just survive the river—it thrives on it.
Ideal For:
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Two anglers + occasional third (perfect for small groups or couples)
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Lightweight setups and day floats with limited gear
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Tight rivers and low flows that demand precise handling
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Anglers who value simplicity, speed, and control
Key Features:
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10-Year Warranty from Sotar
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Four Air Chambers in the main tube for safety and redundancy
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Self-Bailing Welded I-Beam Floor – Inflated and durable for a responsive ride
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6 Carry Handles / D-Rings for easy transport and gear tie-downs
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4 Exterior D-Rings for frame or gear attachment
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Patch Kit & Boat Bag included for repairs and storage
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Optional Add-ons: Top chafe, thwarts, additional D-rings, and more available by request
The 12'6" Strike is drift boat shallow, kayak quick, and raft versatile—a go-anywhere platform for anglers who pack light but fish hard.
