A Compact Slipstream for Montana’s Shallow Runs

BELGRADE RAFTING FIELD GUIDE

A Compact Slipstream for Montana’s Shallow Runs

Hatch Adventures’ NRS Slipstream 120 is a purpose-built 12' fishing raft rented in Belgrade for day trips through low-water runs and multi-day angling escapes.

A Compact Slipstream for Montana’s Shallow Runs.

Duration
Single Day, Multi-Day, and Week-Long Rentals
Location
Belgrade
Operator
Hatch Adventures
Category
Rafting
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Built to reach water other rafts can’t, the 12-foot NRS Slipstream 120 from Hatch Adventures is a nimble, white-water–engineered fishing raft that fits up to three anglers and their kit for single-day jaunts or multi-day overnights in Montana.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE DESIGN

Purpose-built, durable, and fish-ready

Welded-seam tubes, upper and lower wear pads, and three independent chambers make the Slipstream 120 rugged on varied water. Its purpose-built layup includes angler seats, thigh hooks and an NRS Lo-pro fishing frame with extra D-rings for lashing gear.

THE PERFORMANCE

Shallow-water access where bigger rafts can’t go

At 12 feet the Slipstream 120 is optimized for low, pushy stretches and meandering streams — a smaller alternative to larger Slipstream models that opens access to shallow fishing reaches.

THE KIT

Stable floor, storage and an internal anchor

A 6-inch drop-stitch floor with slip-resistant padding removes the need for a casting platform, and the internal anchor system (controllable from the rower’s seat) plus integrated storage make it a ready-to-fish rental.

What the day feels like

What it feels like on the water

The Slipstream 120 rides low and sure: compact enough to nose into skinny seams, stable enough for standing casts on its drop-stitch floor, and set up with angler seats and an internal anchor so you can hold a lane while stalking fish or ferrying through varied flows on single-day or multi-day outings.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this raft suits — and who should plan differently.

1
Solo or paired anglersA great match for one or two anglers who want room for gear and maneuverability; note that a renter must be at least 21 years old.
2
Small groups of anglersFits up to three anglers, making it a tight but capable option for small crews; the rental requirement means one party member needs to be 21+ to sign for the gear.
3
Families with younger ridersChildren and teens can ride, but an adult aged 21+ is required to rent and sign the equipment for the trip.
4
Overnighters and minimalist expeditionersSuited to anglers who can pack light for multi-day trips; the Slipstream 120’s compact footprint favors minimalist kit and careful load planning, and rentals require a 21+ signee.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Rentals are available as single-day, multi-day, and week-long packages; choose duration based on desired float length and local water conditions.

What to Bring

If renting the Slipstream 120 in a ready-to-fish package you’ll get raft-specific storage and angler seating; pack clothing for changing conditions, personal flotation if not provided, and only what you can spare given the raft’s three-person capacity.

Logistics & Meeting Point

Meet at Hatch Adventures, 21335 S. Alaska Rd, Building A, Belgrade, MT 59714 for pickup, rigging and any orientation before launch.

Rental Eligibility

To rent a Slipstream 120 you must be 21 or older; there is no minimum age to ride as a passenger.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many people fit in the Slipstream 120?

The Slipstream 120 is designed to accommodate up to three anglers, or fewer anglers with more gear.

What rental durations are available?

Rentals are offered as single-day, multi-day, and week-long options.

Where do I meet to pick up the raft?

Pickup and meeting are at Hatch Adventures, 21335 S. Alaska Rd, Building A, Belgrade, MT 59714.

Who can rent the raft?

Renters must be 21 years or older; there is no age limit to ride as a passenger.

Is this raft suitable for low-water or shallow runs?

Yes — the Slipstream 120 is designed for shallow-water performance and is recommended where access to skinny water is needed, including low-water Smith River floats.