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WHY CHOOSE SOTAR?
THE SAME REASON EVERYONE DOES. WE MAKE OUR PRODUCTS FROM THE HIGHEST QUALITY MATERIAL IN THE INDUSTRY
our proprietary formula
REZCOAT URETHANE
We build our boats out of Rezcoat fabric, a 100% urethane-coated material bonded to a heavy-duty (1,500–3,000 denier) base cloth. This industry-leading fabric allows for welded seams (no glue), and delivers exceptional durability, abrasion resistance, and UV protection.
As a consequence, our inflatables are the absolute strongest in the industry.
HIGH QUALITY AND INNOVATION
We named our company SOTAR, short for State-Of-The-Art Rafts, to serve as a constant reminder, inspiration and commitment to prosue excellence every product that we make. This name drives us to not only build the highest quality rafts available, but to relentlessly innovate our products, consistently raising industry standards and contributing significantly to the advancement of paddle sports.
Every SOTAR boat is a testament to this philosophy.
Our dedication ensures that whether you're a seasoned outfitter or an avid whitewater enthusiast, you're getting a performance-driven vessel designed to push the boundaries of what's possible on the river.
EXPERIENCE GROWTH AND
WISDOM IN THE MILES
We have put millions of miles underneath our boats.
For over 40 years, our boats have traveled far and wide —from Tierra del Fuego to the Yukon, from Siberia to the Grand Canyon. Along the way, they've carried people from all walks of life, speaking many languages and sharing unforgettable river experiences.
Every mile teaches us something new, and we use those lessons to continuously refine our products. The water speaks, you speak, we listen.
GUIDING THE INDUSTRY
WE WERE AMONG THE FIRST TO DO ALL OF IT.
NATURALLY WE MADE INNOVATIONS.
THE END OF RUBBER AND GLUE
THERMO WELDING
SOTAR began thermo-welding seams after the formulated Urethane / Rezcoat boat fabric was perfected, allowing for welded seams which eliminated the need for glue in construction and radically improved the inflatables durability and longevity.
Automatic Water Drainage
SELF BAILING FLOORS
SOTAR designed and built the first self-bailing floor - a performance innovation that has since become a industry standard. Self-bailing rafts automatically drain water through built-in floor vents, keeping the boat lighter, more responsive, and safer in whitewater conditions.
NEW INDUSTRY STANDARD
CURVED INFLATABLE TUBING
SOTAR created the first continuous curve cataraft tubes on the market. This construction innovation increased structural integrity, simplified rigging, improved load distribution and offered smoother hydrodynamics on the water.
HIGH PERCISION blueprints
SOLID WORKS DESIGN
SOTAR was the first to bring Computer-Aided Design (CAD) into the world of inflatable whitewater boats, allowing for precise modeling, stress testing, and performance optimization before a single piece of material was cut.
DURABLE BEYOND COMPARE
EXCLUSIVE RAFT MATERIAL
Our competitors use raft construction materials (rubber, urethane coatings, PVC, Hypalon, acrylic, etc) that simply cannot endure the stress tests that ours can.
In our pursuit to make only the best quality inflatables on the market, SOTAR developed and perfected a lightweight heavy duty Urethane / Rezcoat boat fabric material that is used exclusively on SOTAR products for over 40 years.
SMALL FAMILY OWNED business
HANDMADE IN THE USA
Proudly operating for over 40 years with fewer than 20 dedicated employees, we operate in the small rafting town of Merlin, Oregon.
Our manufacturing plant is located minutes away from the Wild and Scenic Rogue River, allowing us to test each and every boat modification we make, the day that we make it.
WE'VE BUILT ALOT OF BOATS
LET US BUILD ONE JUST FOR YOU.
We’ve shaped thousands of boats to conquer rivers around the world—now let’s build the one that fits your story. Your river, your adventure, your boat—crafted by SOTAR, just for you.
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I’ve been rowing a SOTAR since 1997 as a professional guide and outfitter. Best boat on the market, hands down.
They’ve taken care of me and my boats always. Simple choice.
We absolutely LOVE our new raft and are so excited to get on the water. We couldn’t be more pleased with the quality of craftsmanship and care that went into making our vision come to life!
Thank you so much to everyone who made it possible.
