Answers to Some Frequently Asked Boating Questions
This is one of those questions that doesn’t have a right or wrong answer. Finding a leak in an inflatable boat can be as simple as taking a sharp look around and getting lucky. Still, some tools make finding leaks easier. Anybody trying to find a leak will want to walk their fingers around all […]
The keel is an essential part of a sailboat, but it’s more like icing on top of a cake on an inflatable boat. On that note, one wouldn’t say that boats don’t need icing because they absolutely do! However, an inflatable doesn’t need a keel to stay upright and maneuver just as easily through the […]
You can use several options for repairing an inflatable boat. Note that many different types of glue on the market will work for your boat but won’t last long. Choose among quality products and make sure it is suitable for your boat. You can use one of urethane adhesive (excellent for PVC and urethane), Stabond […]
The most common material for inflatable boats is high-density polyethylene. This kind of fabric offers stability and protection from punctures. Still, it is lightweight enough to help save on overall boat weight. Some inflatables also use vinyl or PVC—polyvinyl chloride—though these materials are heavier and not as durable. A final option is a hybrid material […]
There are many benefits to using inflatable boats as your primary source of transportation. First, inflatable boats are much less expensive than traditional wooden boats. A high-quality inflatable can cost as little as $2,000 for an outboard engine and all necessary safety equipment. In contrast, a similar-sized wooden boat will easily cost three times more. […]
It depends on how you use an inflatable boat. A boat that’s used once a year won’t hold up as well as one that’s being used multiple times every summer. Most manufacturers suggest that inflatable boats be cleaned and inspected before each use, which will extend their lifespan even further. If an inflatable is maintained […]
No, unless you want to risk getting stranded on a frozen lake. An inflatable boat is inappropriate during winter or fishing in cold waters. Even in water that’s just 50 degrees Fahrenheit, small cracks can form along seams and compromise your boat’s structure. So if you’re ice fishing in northern states like Alaska, where temperatures […]
One of the most common questions about inflatable boats is: are they worth it? The short answer is yes. It’s absolutely possible to have a fantastic time on an inflatable boat, just as it’s possible to have a terrible time on a more traditional vessel. How much you enjoy your experience depends on how much […]
While in traditional boats, you are constrained by what you can carry around with you, inflatable boats give a sense of freedom to go wherever you want and that too within a short time. Unlike other traditional crafts, inflatable ones have been tested in all conditions, whether seawater or even rivers. They are safe as […]
