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With the feel and response of a cat, the Star Lightning Bug Self-Bailing Raft can be paddled or rowed making it one of the most versatile boats in the entire Star fleet. The Star Self-Bailing Bug Series combines the performance of a cataraft with the convenience of a traditional raft.
- Self-bailing bugs are Star's most popular boat for commercial fishing guides and multi-day trippers looking for high capacity with low maintenance.
- Symmetrical diminishing tube construction and a 12" raised 4000 denier PVC floor let only the side tubes touch the water, resulting in increased speed, unmatched tracking and easy rowing.
- The Bug Series' unique tube and raised floor design creates cataraft-like stability, making it harder to side flip.
- The overlap seam construction with 400 denier seam tape includes heat-welded inner seams and hand glued outer seams to ensure better air retention, optimal strength and unmatched durability.
- Top-quality Leafield C7 valves ensure trouble free inflation and deflation.
- Add optional thwarts for a thrill-seeking paddle crew.
- Two double reinforced nylon handles, six reinforced 2" stainless steel d-rings and two reinforced 1.3" stainless steel d-rings.
- Whether paddled with a small crew or rigged with a NRS frame, the Lightning Bug won't disappoint.
- 5-year retail warranty, 3-year commercial.
Specifications
| Series: | Bug |
| Length: | 12''1" |
| Width: | '69" |
| Weight: | 88'lbs. |
| Tube Diameter: | 24" |
| Number of Thwarts: | 2 |
| Bow Kick: | 32" |
| Stern Kick: | 32" |
| Number of Air Chambers: | 6 |
| Valve Type: | Leafield - C7 |
| Self Bailing: | Yes |
| Type of Material: | PVC |
| Weight/Denier of Tube Material: | 39/1000 |
| Weight/Denier of Floor Material: | 62/4000 |
| Weight/Denier of Wear Patch Material: | 39/1000 |
| Bottom Wear Patch: | 1mm TPU |
| Number of D-rings: | 6 |
| Number of Handles: | 2 |
| Center Compartment Width: | 22" |
| Suggested NRS Frame Width: | 48" |
| Maximum Frame Length: | 80" |
| Repair Kit: | Yes |
| Warranty: | 5'Years Retail,'3'Years Commercial |