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 longest iSUP isn’t automatically the right one. Your paddling experience, the load you’ll carry and where you plan to explore all matter. Choosing by length alone can leave you with a board that doesn’t suit your pla…
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 …
What if a boat that feels steadier in the chop also gives you more room to fish and places less demand on your outboard? If your current inflatable feels tippy, the deck gets crowded with gear or fuel use is a concern, i…
Bolting the biggest outboard onto your transom won't make your tender fly; it will likely ruin the ride. If you are wondering what motor for inflatable catamaran hulls delivers the right balance, standard monohull charts…
Can a genuine ocean-capable vessel deliver rugged open-water performance while packing neatly into the boot of your four-wheel drive? For years, boaters have assumed that serious maritime exploration requires a heavy alu…
A longer hull won't save your balance if the deck bends beneath your feet. Many newcomers assume that raw length equals stability, only to find their craft sagging in the centre and fighting the chop. Choosing the right …
Choosing transom wheels for inflatable boats is about more than picking a wheel style. At a ramp or shoreline, wheels can make moving a boat ashore more manageable, but only if they suit the transom and can handle the bo…
If you are still wrestling a sixty-kilogram fibreglass tender onto your davits every time you want to hit the shore, you are limiting your reach across the Australian coastline. Most mariners accept this physical strain …
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…