Agreed I just finished the trip from Minneapolis to New Orleans in six weeks total total on a homemade raft. I agree with bigriverraft...
Wow, I didn't know it really goes that fast. I figure if we hit waters like that, we can stick near shore. But we do also have a 10 hp motor,...
Thanks for the input guys, I talked to the USCG and the rule of thumb is that you need to have the capacity to go at least as fast as the...
We are still set to launch on July 11th 2009 and still set on solar power. Check out the raft so far: http://raftthemississippi.blogspot.com/
Any thoughts??
As it looks, we are going to build an engine mechanism rather than buy a trolling motor. The people at Minn Kota said that they only gear a motor...
I am listening to Gonzo and making sure that I understand completely The trolling motor will be for general travel down the river. I will also...
I am reading up on solar panels and trolling motors, but I can't find how much current or power a trolling motor draws, say a general 55lb thrust...
Would it be wise to cruise at night to save time if there was always someone manning the raft?
What did you mean by "won't be able to do it in a barge?" We'll basically be in a pontoon. Why does a guy need two radios? Thanks for the input...
I'm going to try the trolling motor idea and if it turns out well, I will try to ad solar power. It would really help out as long as the trolling...
You're probably right about the gas motor for emergencies. From what I've read, a guy can get a significant amount of power from a bike...
Going down this summer! My buddy and I are going to raft the river from Minneapolis to NOLA. I know we'd be better off in the spring but due to...
