Top 10 Best Inflatable Boats OF 2017
Inflatable fishing boats have other advantages over full size, rigid hull boats like they can be launched easily from most any shore, they can be used on a wider range of bodies of water and don’t require you to figure out where you are going to store it for the winter months.
Inflatable boats come in a wide range of types and sizes with the ability to carry from one to six persons comfortably. With so many choices, it is advisable to do your research before making a big purchase.
Intex Explorer K2 Kayak – 2-Person Inflatable Kayak Set
Inflatable Kayak’s K2 is perfect for a quick trip to your local lake. It is made from high-quality materials and is extremely durable. It large enough seat up to two people safely and comfortably. It comes with everything will need to get you ready for a ride around the lake. It is brightly colored to make it easy to spot in the event of an emergency situation.
The Explorer K2 Inflatable Kayak is made of tear and puncture resistant vinyl which is heavy duty, but it is still light enough to be handled easily after it is inflated. It features a dual air chamber design for quicker inflation and deflation. The floor of the kayak has an i-beam design for added stability. The inflatable seats are comfortable and include a backrest for additional comfort.
The package also includes two lightweight aluminum paddles and a manual air pump is also included. It can be carried easily in the trunk or back of a pickup and inflated/deflated in a short time.
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Intex Excursion 5, 5-Person Inflatable Boat Set
The Excursion 5 is large, inflatable boat that is made of all high-quality materials and made to hold up to 5 full-size adults. It features three air chambers and I-beam construction on the floor of the boat for added stability and comfort. It can be easily inflated and deflated with a built in Boston valve. Compact enough when not inflated so it can be easily packed in the car or stored in the garage when not in use.
The Excursion 5 is made from puncture and tear resistant vinyl for rugged durability while still being lightweight. It is large enough to comfortably seat 5 adults and features two large seats with backrests. It has four welded oarlocks (two on each side) and four fixed mounted rod holders. It has three separate air chambers (the third is for added buoyancy) and stability. It has a grab line all the way around in case anyone were to fall overboard.
It comes with two 54″ all aluminum oars and a manual air pump for quick inflation. It can be fitted with a small portable trolling motor (using optional mounting hardware).
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Newport Vessels 8-Feet 10-Inch Dana Inflatable Sports Tender Dinghy Boat
This inflatable dinghy is a combination inflatable and marine wood hull for extra stability. It also features removable, lightweight aluminum bench-style seats. It has a removable motor mount that can support both 2-stroke and four-stroke outboard motors. It is made from all high-quality materials that are designed to be extra durable.
The hull features dual air chambers with a solid marine plywood flooring for extra durability. There are two welded oar locks and oar holders on mounted one on each side. The aluminum bench seats are removable when not needed and the motor mount is as well. The motor mount is sturdy enough to handle a wide range of motors from small trolling motors up to full-size four-stroke marine motors.
The boat is fully USCG rated and registrable just like a rigid hull boat can be. It comes with a set of aluminum oars and manual air pump and carrying bag.
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Classic Accessories Colorado Inflatable Pontoon Boat With Motor Mount
The Colorado Inflatable Pontoon style fishing boat is made of only the highest quality materials for strength and durability. It was made for a single passenger but has a 400 lb weight capacity. The air-filled pontoons are each 9′ long and provide all the needed buoyancy for the boat and can be used on most lakes and rivers. It can be configured for either manual rowing or a motor can be easily mounted and operated without any trouble.
The pontoons are made from ultra-durable PVC vinyl which helps it to resist punctures and tears in the event you encounter unexpected shallow water. The seating area is constructed of high strength powder coated steel for extra sturdiness and makes it easier to mount a small motor. The oar locks feature a tri-position configuration and come with the package. It has two well-insulated cup holders and 20 pockets for plenty of gear storage.
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AIRHEAD AHIBF-06 Angler Bay 6 Person Inflatable Boat
This inflatable large inflatable boat is designed to be used by a large party up to 6 people. It is made from high-quality puncture and tear resistant vinyl and it is lightweight enough even when fully inflated to be carried to the launch site. It can be manually rowed or a motor can be mounted with an option motor mount.
The inflatable boat is constructed from ultra durable 32 gauge PVC vinyl with dual air chambers and air-filled floor for added comfort. There are four welded oar locks (two on each side) and two built in rod holders for fishing. The built in seats are repositionable for better comfort depending on how many passengers are in the boat. The package comes with two aluminum oars and a manual air pump. The all-around grab rope makes it easy for anyone who happens to fallout to grab hold of the boat and be rescued.
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HydroForce Marine Pro Inflatable Raft
This high-quality inflatable raft can be used either for pleasure or professional use with its heavy duty construction. You can either manually row or it can be fitted with a marine motor for higher speed travel. It can comfortably accommodate a small family of three or a single occupant with additional fishing gear.
The raft is made from three layers of ultra strong reinforced vinyl for unequaled durability and to prevent any accidental punctures or tears from contact with unseen objects in the water. For additional comfort and stability, the floor of the boat is also inflatable. The over-sized seats are extremely comfortable and situated perfectly for using the welded-on oar locks. There is a motor mount grommet to make is easy to attach an optionally available motor.
The package also includes a convenient carry bag for when you are transporting it or for easy storage. It also comes with two 60″ all-aluminum oars and a 14″ manual air pump.
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Intex Seahawk 4, 4-Person Inflatable Boat set
The Seahawk 4 Inflatable boat is high-quality recreational-type watercraft. It was designed to carry as many as four adults comfortably. It features dual air chambers for safety reasons and it also as two built-in inflatable seats for extra comfort for all the passengers. The boat is constructed from high-quality materials for extra long durability and to prevent any accident punctures or abrasions.
The boat is made from high strength 30 gauge vinyl that helps it to resist being punctured or torn by contact with objects in the water. The floor of the boat is inflatable as well for extra comfort and the two seats are inflatable as well. It has two welded-on oar locks with oar holders and two built-in fishing rod holders. There is an emergency grab rope that encircles the whole boat.
The set includes two all-aluminum oars, a convenient carry bag and a manually operated air pump for inflating the boat.
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Newport Vessels Catalina Inflatable Sports Tender Dinghy Boat
The Catalina is a high-quality inflatable boat that can be used for both pleasure and for professional tasks. The complete package includes a set of marine plywood panels for reinforcing the floor when being used for professional type jobs. The hull of the boat is being made using ultra-high strength materials for extra long durability. The motor mount is sturdy enough to support 2-stroke and four-stroke marine outboard motors.
The Catalina Sports Dinghy is made from a material that is made using polyester reinforced PVC vinyl. The interior of the boat features two removable aluminum bench style seats that are positioned perfectly for controlling the optional outboard motor or rowing with the included oars. It features two welded-on oar locks and oar holders. It has an extraordinary 1603 pound weight capacity, which makes it really good for hauling equipment across long stretches of water.
The vinyl has an anti-corrosive coating to help prevent any damage from the sun, salt, and other contaminants.
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Sea Eagle SE9 Inflatable Motormount Boat – Fisherman’s Dream Package
The SE9 Inflatable Boat is made from the highest quality materials and workmanship. It is designed for mostly pleasure such as fishing or touring around the local lake. It can be used either by rowing or by using a small outboard motor. The inflatable boat is made from a material which consists of two layers of PVC vinyl in order to help it better resist being punctured or ripped or turn by contacting objects in the water.
The interior of the boat includes two fixed position padded seats which are situated in close proximity to the four-oar locks that can be used to propel the boat manually across the water. The set includes a removable, inflatable floor pad for extra reinforcement.
The motor if used can only either be a 3 HP gas motor or 74-pound thrust electric trolling motor attached to the motor mount located at the rear of the boat.
The dream package includes a convenient carry bag, two all aluminum oars, manual air pump and high capacity foot air pump.
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Intex Explorer 200, 2-Person Inflatable Boat Set with French Oars and Mini Air Pump
The Explorer 200 Inflatable boat is an entry level type boat that is best suited for a pool. It made from a high-quality material and brightly colored so that it can be easily seen. It is rather small in size so that it cannot really fit more than an adult and small child or two teenager size kids. The overall dimensions are 73″ x 16″ x 37″.
It is made from 13 gauge PVC vinyl so that it can resist many of the more common puncture and abrasion issues. The set comes with a patch kit, manual air pump for quick inflation and two easy to use 48-inch oars. The oars slip easily into the oar locks that are securely welded onto the top edge of each side of the boat.
