Classic affordable roll-up dinghy combining a rigid plywood transom and a slatted floor system for stiffness, it stows in roughly the same small space as a traditional fabric-only inflatable. Many boaters prefer this dinghy to the so-called doughnut boats because it adds significant rigidity underfoot when boarding, unlike boats with fabric floors. Our compact three-passenger slatted-floor sport dinghy with 14″ dia. tubes weighs just 51lb. Dual inflation chambers are covered with PVC-coated, 1100-decitex polyester fabric with strong, heat-welded seams. Includes oarlocks and two-piece oars, wooden bench seat, heavy-duty rub strakes, slatted wood floor, lifeline, a pair of towing rings and a bow carry handle, bellows pump, repair kit and manual.
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I’ve had one of …
I’ve had one of these for 10 years. I use it 3 times a year on bareboat charters in So Cal USA.
I run a 2hp Honda. I washed it after each use for the first 8 years, but I’ve gotten lazy. The thing looks like new. I’m now stepping up to a 310cm boat that will hold 4 adults and run on longer excursions with a 9.9hp. But for getting to the dock in protected anchorages with 4 or less people, this is a good portable boat.