Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
19 February 2022, 15:53
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I have had 3 SIBs, a zodiac fastroller (now...
I have had 3 SIBs, a zodiac fastroller (now defunct), and an Achilles 12.6 and most recently a Takacat 380LX. I don't have or want a trailer or truck. The Zodiac was very light and set up...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
11 September 2011, 14:42
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Replies: 13
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Thanks mpnick,
that is very helpful- thanks...
Thanks mpnick,
that is very helpful- thanks for detailing the prop pitch- as I understand the factory prop is usually not optimized for a lightweight inflatable. Reassuring to know the 15 is...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
05 September 2011, 00:02
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Replies: 32
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Is available in Florida Home depot/Lowes
I bought a quart or MEK a few days ago at the local home depot. Lowe's had the gallon size so I passed. If it is going to be scarce, I guess I should buy some more but it is on both their...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
24 August 2011, 23:15
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Views: 10,729
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
24 August 2011, 01:52
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Replies: 37
Views: 10,729
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
23 August 2011, 02:04
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Replies: 4
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
19 August 2011, 16:32
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Views: 58,204
Mek
MEK is available (only) in gallon sizes at Lowes, in quart sizes at Home Depot (just looked yesterday).
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
19 August 2011, 13:24
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Replies: 22
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do these detach
I'm also looking for similar wheels, found these stateside
Launching Wheels For Inflatable Boats (https://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|294|101765&id=1518999)
but was told by...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
10 August 2011, 02:05
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Replies: 13
Views: 24,692
re Saturn
Thanks for the info on Saturn. Part of me is very attracted to spending a lot less and getting what looks to be a very good boat. One could even rationalize that at 1/3rd the cost, you could have...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
10 August 2011, 01:55
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Replies: 20
Views: 24,499
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
08 August 2011, 20:46
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Replies: 13
Views: 24,692
Are Futura speed tubes worth extra weight/price?
Thanks Fenlander,
the dealers here in Florida really aren't that keen on the PVC zodiacs - I wouldn't leave my boat outside s probably not an issue.
The Futura FR Mk2C is in my opinion the...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
08 August 2011, 00:39
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Replies: 13
Views: 24,692
re FR360 vs Achilles
Hi Fenlander-
thanks for your reply :)- I enjoyed your review- Have you tried getting 4 adults on plane with your boat? That would be very helpful to know since I could keep my old engine...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
07 August 2011, 17:22
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Replies: 13
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re Bombard Aerotec
Thanks Dino, unfortunately, that is not available as far as I can tell in the US. Defender and others that sell the Bombard line have some of the smaller boats (less than 9') but not the 380. ...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
07 August 2011, 13:31
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Replies: 13
Views: 24,692
Achilles vs Zodiac vs? help choose
I'm new on this forum and it has been a great source of info.
I'm about to purchase a new boat and hoped for input-
I am deciding between the Achilles LSI 365 vs the Zodiac Futura FR Mk2 C (air...
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