The Safari is a new concept in inflatable design. Self-bailing, definite rocker, slight keel, compact size and low profile combine to provide a sophisticated and technical paddling experience on whitewater, ocean surf, placid rivers and lakes. When firmly inflated the Safari side tubes and self-bailing floor create a rigid, integrated hull that delivers surfing and turn carving performance comparable to hard-shell kayaks. Thighstraps, which are standard equipment, provide precise control and allow Eskimo rolling as well. Weighing a scant 24 lbs., Safari packs small in its own drybag/backpack for compact travel and storage. For touring it comes with removable tracking fin. What is Nitrylon™ fabric, and how is it different from PVC? Nitrylon™ is a lamination of nitrile synthetic rubber and natural rubber over a 1,200-denier, low stretch polyester fabric. Nitrylon™ is very puncture and abrasion resistant. It is considerably stronger, easier to patch, performs better in cold weather, and is much more abrasion resistant than PVC. Some of our models, the K1, K2, and Seakers, use polyester reinforced PVC (Mirasol ™) for the side chambers. Mirasol™ has better structural stiffness for long tubes than Nitrylon™. S A F A R I - PVC free Specifications RIVER RATING: Class III LENGTH: 10 ft. WIDTH: 28 in. WEIGHT: 24 lbs. AIR CHAMBERS: 3 Main CAPACITY: 220 lbs (1 person) PACKED DIM: 10x17x20 in. MATERIAL: 1200-denier Nitrylon™ Red SUGG. RETAIL: $879