The SOTAR Lance on the North Santiam, the White Salmon and the Grande Ronde
The SOTAR 11' Lance tested R1, R2 and R3: the Niagara section of the North Santiam, Husum Falls on the White Salmon, and 18-mile loaded days on the Grande Ronde.
R1 on the Upper Clackamas 2026
Paddling R1 on the Upper Clackamas in a 10.5-foot raft in 2026: solo raft paddling on Class III water, and where to try it with a group.
The Washougal River 2025: R2 With My Dad, Rapids Backwards
R2 with my dad on the Washougal River in 2025 in a 10.5-foot raft, running rapids backwards on purpose, and what R2 teaches about teamwork.
The McKenzie River 2025: R1 and SOTAR SL
Paddling R1 on Oregon's McKenzie River in a 10.5-foot raft in 2025, plus SOTAR SL kayak clips, and why small rafts are so fun solo.
R1 at Spencer's Hole on the Santiam at Low Water (2025)
Paddling R1 through Spencer's Hole on the North Santiam at low water in 2025, a play spot that becomes a whole different feature at high water.
I Paddled R1 on the Lower Clackamas
Goofy, chill R1 fun on the Lower Clackamas in a 10.5-foot raft, and what R1 means if you are new to the term.
Merlin vs. Rogue: What Size SOTAR Raft for R1 and R2?
Short answer: 11 feet is the sweet spot for paddling both solo and two-up. Here's how SOTAR's Merlin and Rogue rafts compare.
R1, R2, C1: What the Terms Mean
Raft and canoe shorthand, canoe-style vs. raft-style strokes, and deadsticking.
R1 Fest: Community R1 Day on the Upper Clackamas
Saturday, November 14, 2026. Meet at Moore Creek Boat Ramp at 10 a.m.