Dolores Custom 3 -Bay Raft Frames LD/XD
Down River Dolores Custom 3‑Bay Raft Frame – LD/XD
Lead Time: 10–12 weeks (times may vary)
Upgrade your rafting setup with the Down River Dolores Custom 3‑Bay Raft Frame, a premium lightweight–yet‑durable frame designed for multi‑day trips, big‑water performance, and gear‑heavy expeditions. Built by Down River Equipment and customized through Utah Whitewater Gear, this frame delivers the perfect balance of strength, versatility, and river‑ready functionality.
Fully Custom Raft Frame — Built Exactly to Your NeedsEvery Dolores frame is made to order. Once your order is submitted, Utah Whitewater Gear will personally contact you to finalize your custom specifications, including:
- Bay spacing and layout
- Dry box and cooler dimensions
- Seat and oar tower configuration
- Accessory mounts and rigging preferences
- LD or XD pipe options based on your raft and load requirements
We work directly with you to ensure your frame fits your raft perfectly and performs exactly the way you want it to on the water.
Why Choose the Dolores 3‑Bay Frame?- Ideal for 13'–16' rafts
- Lightweight, bomber Down River construction
- Customizable for gear boats, fishing setups, or multi‑day expedition rigs
- LD/XD pipe choices for weight vs. strength optimization
- Built for stability, efficiency, and comfort on long river days
- Multi‑day river trips
- Whitewater adventures
- Fishing setups
- Hauling dry boxes, coolers, and expedition gear
Estimated lead time: 10–12 weeks
(Custom orders may vary based on complexity and shop load.)
SPECS
LD Piping
- LD Pipe 1.25in (O.D. 1.625in; I.D 1.38in) 6063 T5 Schedule 40 (.135in) Anodized Aluminum Alloy
- Fittings Hollaender Al-Mag 535 fittings (physical strength characteristics comparable to malleable iron at one-third the weight)
XD Piping
- XD Pipe 1.5in (O.D. 1.9in; I.D. 1.620in) 6063 T6 Schedule 40 (.135in) Anodized Aluminum Alloy
- Fittings Hollaender Al-Mag 535 fittings (physical strength characteristics comparable to malleable iron at one-third the weight)
XD Piping Diamond Plate
- XD Pipe 1.5in (O.D. 1.9in; I.D. 1.620in) 6063 T6 Schedule 40 (.135in) Anodized Aluminum Alloy
- Fittings Hollaender Al-Mag 535 fittings (physical strength characteristics comparable to malleable iron at one-third the weight)
- Diamond Plate Treadbrite 1/8in (3/16in w/ Diamond Tread) 6061 Aluminum Alloy
The Down River Dolores 3-Bay Diamond Plate Frame XD has all the storage capacity and adjustability of our other Dolores frames with the added feature of diamond plate decking. It can carry a large dry box or poly deck bench seating and a large cooler. The diamond plate decking provides a non-slip waking surface and makes a great place to stow hard gear like ammo cans or water jugs. This frame can take you through the biggest whitewater in style and easily breaks down into six pieces for storage, portage or transportation. Includes oar towers and kick bar. The Down River Dolores 3-Bay Diamond Plate Frame XD is custom built and suitable for 12-16ft rafts. (Frame pictured with additional accessories)
