Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Oxbow 85 combines the versatility of a kick boat with the maneuverability of a raft. Whitewater-grade oars make rowing from spot to spot a breeze, and the fully open bow encourages the use of kick fins to maintain the perfect position while keeping your hands free to tie, cast and land.
A lightweight and compact solo watercraft, the Oxbow 85 is built to travel to any destination in the pursuit of fish. And without the need for a trailer or a boat ramp to launch and load, anglers can fish wherever the adventure takes them.
Other features include:
- Oars and a micro-frame enhance efficiency when crossing flatwater and navigating light current.
- Slot-rail frame accepts a variety of accessories—cup holder, rod holder, etc.—for easy customization.
- Suspended mesh cargo floor in the stern provides storage for gear.
- Includes full-size adjustable oar mounts, NRS Advantage LT Oars and Mini Helix blades.
See full product details: nrs.com/nrs-oxbow-85-personal-fishing-raft/ps4a
The Oxbow 85 combines the versatility of a kick boat with the maneuverability of a raft. Whitewater-grade oars make rowing from spot to spot a breeze, and the fully open bow encourages the use of kick fins to maintain the perfect position while keeping your hands free to tie, cast and land.
A lightweight and compact solo watercraft, the Oxbow 85 is built to travel to any destination in the pursuit of fish. And without the need for a trailer or a boat ramp to launch and load, anglers can fish wherever the adventure takes them.
Other features include:
- Oars and a micro-frame enhance efficiency when crossing flatwater and navigating light current.
- Slot-rail frame accepts a variety of accessories—cup holder, rod holder, etc.—for easy customization.
- Suspended mesh cargo floor in the stern provides storage for gear.
- Includes full-size adjustable oar mounts, NRS Advantage LT Oars and Mini Helix blades.
See full product details: nrs.com/nrs-oxbow-85-personal-fishing-raft/ps4a








![Patso - A River Life
“I can’t imagine not having that [the river] in my life, ever. It has formed my life.” – Patricia Patso Stow
In 1979, Patrica “Patso” Stow joined the (mostly-male) crew of guides on California’s Stanislaus River. Her life—and the northern California boating community—would never be the same.
From guiding on the Tuolumne to meeting her husband Tim, learning to kayak alongside her teenaged sons at age 58 to tackling the SF American with her “posse”, Patso is a force of nature as fierce and nurturing as the rivers that continue to shape her life.
“My name is Patso Stow, I’m mommy, river mommy, wife, play companion, part of a posse, former teacher, Rock of Gibraltar for some….”
Filmed and directed by Greg Cairns
Featuring: Patso Stow
With support from NRS & Jack’s Plastic Welding Patso - A River Life](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_hc_ngkvT5M/mqdefault.jpg)

