NRS Bighorn I Raft Frame

Key Features

Adjustable & Adaptable for Any Setup: Customize cooler or dry box placement in front of or behind the rower. Choose between 65″ and 68″ frame lengths to fit most 12′ and 13′ rafts.

Durable, Lightweight & Modular Design: Built from anodized aluminum with hot-forged LoPro™ fittings for superior strength and adjustability.

Optimized for Rowing Performance: Includes 8″ oar mounts with nylon inserts for smooth strokes, a universal seat mount for secure seating, and a foot bar for added control.

Secure Cargo Attachment: Comes with two 9′ NRS straps and four strap slides to secure a cooler or dry box. Minimum of four 3′ or 4′ straps recommended (sold separately).

Expandable with NRS Accessories: Compatible with Side Rail Racks, Casting Platforms, Thigh Bars, Anchor Systems, and more.

Complete Frame Kit Includes

2 Side Rails

3 Cross Bars

1 Foot Bar

1 Universal Seat Mount

1 Low-Back Seat

1 Pair of 8″ Oar Mounts

2 NRS 9′ Straps with Strap Slides

Installation & Setup Tips

Lay out the frame parts using the reference image as a guide.

Attach the Universal Seat Mount to the center crossbar.

Position the seat, foot bar, and crossbars. Install U-bolts loosely at first.

Adjust bars snugly around your cooler or dry box.

Install seat, oar mounts, and straps for a secure fit.

Tighten all U-bolts and recheck periodically for long-term durability.

Why Choose the NRS Bighorn I Raft Frame?

One of the most popular NRS frames—known for stability and proven performance.

Fully customizable for your preferred rowing and gear setup.

Strong yet lightweight—ideal for easy transport and setup on the river.

For reliable performance on rivers big and small, the NRS Bighorn I Raft Frame offers the perfect balance of cargo capacity, adjustability, and rowing control—making i