Beaching from RIB

[Bigplumbs]

Originally Posted by paulb33

Researching the kayaks and realise that our 3D Tender will pack up as small. Perhaps not as stable in the surf but probably should give this a go first. Bought a folding Waveline ladder to facilitate. Now looking into pumps. Pumps.. so many different pumps [emoji33]

Only one pump in my View Itiwit Electric from Decathlon £39.99

[Maximus]

Originally Posted by Bigplumbs

Only one pump in my View Itiwit Electric from Decathlon £39.99

Video?..

[paulb33]

Any thoughts on what will be more stable as a beaching tender?

I have a small 3D Aerodec 250 inflatable dinghy:

https://oceanfirstmarine.co.uk/produ...-round-air-250

Or, I could use a small inflatable kayak:

Sevylor Inflatable Kayak Riviera, 2 Man Canadian Canoe with Paddle, Sea Kayak, 312 x 92 cm https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004ITO2..._BcGhDbFHKEFMZ

The kayak is marginally smaller and lighter. But , I already own the dinghy.

I wonder which will be more convenient (and keep me dryer through the “surf”)?

[paulbrown22]

I haven't experienced that specific tender, but looks like a very similar shape/size to the traditional Avon Redstart/Redcrest series.

I've used an Avon Redstart for years, first on a RIB, and now mainly on a sailing yacht, and I think it's a brilliant thing. We regularly have 3 adults in it to go ashore in all sorts of conditions with no issues, and can take vast amounts of gear, rubbish, etc. with us.