Safety

Although you might hate paying extra money for insurance, you may want to reconsider. Insurance for inflatable boats is similar to getting auto insurance. The last thing you want to do is pay an exorbitant amount for boat repairs and hospital expenses if an accident occurs. But is insurance required for inflatable boats? The answer …

Are you or is someone you love planning to use an inflatable boat at night? Then they must comply with all relevant laws for lighting their boat properly so they can stay safe and keep others safe, too. If you’re looking at lights for your inflatable boat or you want to know more, here’s your …

You’ve no doubt seen them on the water: one or two seats and a trolling motor, suspended by a pair of floating tubes. Otherwise known as an inflatable pontoon boat. These boats are great for anglers that go out alone or in pairs. Perhaps you’re considering buying one yourself. But before you do, you have …

For some, there’s nothing better than a day out on the water. Maybe you take your inflatable boat out to your local lake on a regular basis, and you’re wanting to try something a little different now. What would it be like to go out on a wide river, a great lake or a sea? …

Life jackets can be controversial. On the one hand, they save lives. On the other, many boaters dislike them because they feel that they are unnecessary or that they hamper movement. If you have questions about life jackets on your inflatable boat, keep reading. Here’s what you need to know to stay both comfortable and …

Filling an inflatable boat might sound obvious. However, there’s more than meets the eye. You must assemble and fill the boat correctly; otherwise, it could be a safety hazard. We’ll cover: How to fill an inflatable boat quickly and safely Can you fill it with foam? How long does it take to fill an inflatable …

Are you wondering about the safety level of inflatable boats? Do you suspect that they are not as safe as regular boats or that they might pop and lose air? While it makes sense that people are concerned about inflatable boats and safety, especially if they have not used them, before, many of these concerns …

Towing your inflatable boat might seem easy. However, there are a few things you MUST know. Without these, there’s a big chance you’ll: Damage your inflatable boat Destroy the D-rings Lose control of your inflatable You could even damage your main ship. That’s why it’s so important to know the proper way to tow an …

Lightweight… cheap… convenient… There’s not much more you can ask for from an inflatable kayak. But there’s one BIG concern every first-time buyer has… Safety. How can an inflatable kayak possibly be safe enough for whitewater rapids with sharp rocks? Won’t one small hit blow the kayak up? Well, here’s some surprising news: Inflatable kayaks …