Solar vs Strizh - Inflatable Jet Boat Comparison

[@TheSilver9r]

The back spray from the jet intake is significant on the Strizh, damn good thing it has a self bailing transom! Great review.

[@markcrowther2355]

Great video! Be nice to see if you get a hold of the new Stryker jet boat and do a comparison including it.

[@davehaddad3229]

Great review of the top two inflatable jet tunnel boats ! I own a Strizh 480, if I am looking at carrying a heavy load ( moose hunt) I remove the floor to gain another 50/55 lb capacity - not as nice as the wooden floor but works well. Also love the anchor rode holder on Strizh, no snaps or D rings. Both great boats like you say Rob 👍👍

[@HuntFish1967]

Where are they sold?

[@zboraymiklos]

EXCELLENT video from the viewpoint of a real pro with a lots of things to learn from! Huge Thanks for it ❤

[@ilovefriedrice9891]

rob, that was an amazing review. looks like i made the correct choice with the strizh =D

[@idahoviking]

The Strizh is self-bailing around the transom gaps. This means it is also self-filling when you stop quickly and the trailing wave piles up against the transom. Is this self-filling "feature" much of a problem?

[@RobBryce]

The floor sits above the waterline ans I have never seen water back fill in to any extent. It’s a nice feature

[@travelerterpening3302]

great video! Thanks. I love to pick your brain on this. I moose hunt in remote Alaska. Just sold the boat I was using (commercial fishing skiff with prop) and need to get a boat that will get into the shallower spots on the rivers. I don't really understand jet boats yet! Here is my main question--for a roughly 15 ft inflatable river boat, what is the minimum prop HP outboard I will need to get myself, a partner and a moose out? I figure 1500 lbs ish if meat is boned out and we travel relatively light. Trying not to buy more outboard than I need. Thanks!

[@RobBryce]

It would depend on the boat but for a 480 inflatable ~ 15ft a 60/40 jet would probably lift around 1500 lbs

[@AKgibbs]

+2 compare the new Stryker jet

[@allalaskaflycompany]

I forgot to mention that the transom is a one piece Aluminum transom where the Russian models are wood and will rot over time. Support the Canadian company.

[@RobBryce]

The aluminum transom sounds great but I think it’s an unfair assumption that the others will rot. I have had my Solar for 6-7 years with no sign of any rot or any leaks or cuts and it is very well used. Thanks for the comments

[@joebanta1895]

Do you know if the Stryker has a good self bailing capability like the Strizh? Tks!

[@lukebryant6523]

Curious if your opinion on those seatan motors?

[@allalaskaflycompany]

Your Canadian. Wheres the love for a Canadian company. Stryker boats are way better than either of those Russian boats and 2K cheaper and has something like 5 sizes to choose from and a ton of options from center consoles to side consoles to stick steer boats. They sell trailers as well specifically made for them. You said that you wish they had more D-rings, Strykers have a ton and all standard. Take a look at Stryker and you will see that the quality and craftsmanship are 10x what the Russians do and you can get warranty work by someone you can talk to . They have 6 Scotty mounts standard I think so you can put a fish finder or pot puller or rod holder on your boat. What ever Scotty makes can go on them.Give Dennis a call for your next boat and support your fellow countryman not communists. I am not affiliated with Stryker in any way, I just did a ton of research before I bought my boat and Stryker is hands down the best company and best built boat. I even see the 9th video down on this page is for there 2024 model. Check them out before you buy a boat or you will spend to much .

[@RobBryce]

I have heard Stryker is a good boat but they just came out with a tunnel which in my opinion is the most important feature and what I was comparing in the video. I have yet to see any of them where I live but I would love to have a look and take one for a rip.

[@Bigfishfun333]

Great post!

[@HuntFish1967]

I'm looking at your Stryker as well.

[@HuntFish1967]

Where can I find the Strizh for sale? Do you have a link please?

[@Brad-f6i]

Great review. Is the Strizh wider or does the top tubes just make it look that way? Also any experience with the 500? Thanks

[@RobBryce]

Same width without the top tubes as other inflatables but it does look much wider with the top tubes

[@bradenherle8774]

Have you ever ran the strizh 480?

[@RobBryce]

Yes I have a Strizh 480 with a 60 hp two stroke

[@zboraymiklos]

Hi Bob! I am negotiating to by a secure inflatable for rough waters with armoured bottom. What brands the best beside solar and strizh?

[@RobBryce]

Lots of good jet tunneled boats out there. Solar, Strizh, Stryker, Projet

[@dalehutchins4939]

Where can I find a Strizh dealer?

[@joebanta1895]

Can’t even find em on the web via google search anywhere - strange?

[@windlinewatersports]

How do these compare to a stryker?

[@RobBryce]

Not sure as I haven’t been in a Stryker yet