I feel very comfortable on my little Bucks Bag South Fork 2. Stainless steel frame, good oars, added a few rod holders to the cooler on the back platform, and soon one flush mount on the seat and I can carry ALL my gear, lunch, three or four rods, a net, a shotgun, spare oar and an anchor. I might be concerned on some really nasty rivers, but all the rivers near me are easily within the capabilities of the boat I have chosen.