Like other models in Maravia's Wind Series, the Mistral features four removable thwarts - With the thwarts, it is a big time paddleboat, without the thwarts, it is a favorite for extended oar trips - You'll see lots of these boats on the rivers from Maine and West Virginia and on the popular multi-day trip rivers of the West! The Mistral features twelve 2" D-rings, Maravia's TOUGH Class VI base fabric and the best URETHANE coating on the market - over 40 times the abrasion resistance of PVC and over 15 times the abrasion resistance of Hypalon.  Check for availability in Royal Blue, Light Blue, Yellow, Red, Orange, Emerald, Purple, Teal, Grey and Black.  A two color option may also available for $599.  Thwart number options are also available and may change the price of the boat.  Maravia's now have a 10 year unlimited warranty!