A lighter hull isn’t automatically the better choice. Choosing between aluminium vs fibreglass RIB boats means weighing aluminium’s lower weight, toughness and repairability against fibreglass’s quieter ride and ability …
The wrong cleaner can leave an inflatable boat looking worse than it did after winter storage. For PVC and Hypalon, choose safe cleaning products for inflatable boats that are purpose-made and labelled for the boat’s fab…
Damage size changes the repair: a Hypalon inflatable boat tube with damage more than 75 mm in any direction needs an inside patch, and the patch should extend at least 30 mm beyond the damage on every side. A Hypalon glu…
The pros and cons of inflatable boats come down to a clear trade-off: they’re easier to store and transport than many hard-hulled runabouts, but ride comfort, puncture resistance and lifespan depend on design, materials …
The cheapest inflatable isn’t always the best value over time. Boating on a budget with an inflatable means weighing how long a boat may serve you against the care and repairs it needs; lower-cost models may last 2-4 sum…
The easiest glue to apply may be the wrong choice for a repair that needs to hold on the water. So, what is the best glue for Hypalon repairs? Choose an adhesive explicitly intended for Hypalon or a compatible fabric, pr…
A patch that looks secure on the bank can still lift once the tube is back under pressure. Material compatibility, careful surface preparation and proper curing all matter. If you’re unsure whether the fabric is PVC, or …
What if the inflatable tubes aren’t the whole story? A RIB pairs a rigid hull with inflatable tubes, which is what distinguishes it from a conventional inflatable boat. The hull provides a firm platform; the tubes add bu…
An air deck can be durable, but it isn’t automatically the toughest floor for every boating trip. So, are air deck floors durable enough for the way you plan to use your inflatable boat? It depends on the floor’s constru…
The outboard with the bigger headline power may be the wrong choice for your inflatable. In the electric outboard vs petrol for inflatable decision, the better fit depends on how far you travel, what you carry and where …
Would you trust a backyard toy to carry your family ten kilometres offshore when the Australian sun is at its peak and the swell begins to rise? Choosing your first inflatable boat is a high-stakes decision because the m…
A lighter hull isn’t automatically the better choice. Choosing between aluminium vs fibreglass RIB boats means weighing aluminium’s lower weight, toughness and repairability against fibreglass’s quieter ride and ability …
The wrong cleaner can leave an inflatable boat looking worse than it did after winter storage. For PVC and Hypalon, choose safe cleaning products for inflatable boats that are purpose-made and labelled for the boat’s fab…
Damage size changes the repair: a Hypalon inflatable boat tube with damage more than 75 mm in any direction needs an inside patch, and the patch should extend at least 30 mm beyond the damage on every side. A Hypalon glu…
The pros and cons of inflatable boats come down to a clear trade-off: they’re easier to store and transport than many hard-hulled runabouts, but ride comfort, puncture resistance and lifespan depend on design, materials …
The cheapest inflatable isn’t always the best value over time. Boating on a budget with an inflatable means weighing how long a boat may serve you against the care and repairs it needs; lower-cost models may last 2-4 sum…
The easiest glue to apply may be the wrong choice for a repair that needs to hold on the water. So, what is the best glue for Hypalon repairs? Choose an adhesive explicitly intended for Hypalon or a compatible fabric, pr…
A patch that looks secure on the bank can still lift once the tube is back under pressure. Material compatibility, careful surface preparation and proper curing all matter. If you’re unsure whether the fabric is PVC, or …
What if the inflatable tubes aren’t the whole story? A RIB pairs a rigid hull with inflatable tubes, which is what distinguishes it from a conventional inflatable boat. The hull provides a firm platform; the tubes add bu…
An air deck can be durable, but it isn’t automatically the toughest floor for every boating trip. So, are air deck floors durable enough for the way you plan to use your inflatable boat? It depends on the floor’s constru…
The outboard with the bigger headline power may be the wrong choice for your inflatable. In the electric outboard vs petrol for inflatable decision, the better fit depends on how far you travel, what you carry and where …
Would you trust a backyard toy to carry your family ten kilometres offshore when the Australian sun is at its peak and the swell begins to rise? Choosing your first inflatable boat is a high-stakes decision because the m…
