Like every Strike model, the 14'6" is designed by John Herzer of Blackfoot River Outfitters and hand-built in the USA by SOTAR. The additional length and width of this model translate to enhanced stability, more interior room, and greater gear-hauling flexibility. Whether you're setting up with a traditional fishing frame or customizing for family floats, this raft adjusts easily to match your needs.
With a modular bench seat in the front bay, you can quickly convert the boat between a casting setup, a passenger-ready bench, or a foam-topped dry box for overnight packing. It's a true do-it-all platform for boaters who want one rig that covers all bases.
Low Profile. High Volume.
The 14'6" Strike shares the same low-profile, asymmetrical design as the rest of the lineup—just scaled up for more room and capacity:
Diminishing bow tubes maximize usable space while maintaining agility
Wide interior allows for spacious seating and open storage
Increased stern diameter provides extra flotation when fully loaded with passengers or gear
Flat, aerodynamic profile maintains excellent visibility and wind handling
Stable in heavy water, yet responsive enough for technical maneuvering
Durability That Goes the Distance
Built with SOTAR’s proprietary Rezcoat material, the Strike features a 40 oz., 100% urethane outer shell reinforced with a 1500 denier base fabric—delivering best-in-class resistance to abrasion, punctures, and wear. With welded seams and a multi-chamber design, the 14'6" is built for big trips and heavy use, season after season.
Ideal For:
Anglers with a full three-person crew
Families and recreational boaters who want room for kids, dogs, and gear
Overnight and multi-day trips where gear volume is a priority
Whitewater day trips with a fun-forward setup
Anyone who needs a high-capacity raft with true crossover performance
Key Features:
10-Year Warranty from Sotar
Four Air Chambers in the main tube + floor chamber for safety
Self-Bailing Welded I-Beam Floor – Durable and secure
6 Carry Handles for easy loading and lifting
10 Exterior D-Rings for frame and rigging attachment
Patch Kit & Boat Bag included
The 14'6" Strike is the ultimate raft for those who fish, float, and camp with more—more people, more gear, more water. Built to be adapted, upgraded, and put to work, it’s the boat that covers every base on the river.
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