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Inflatable Boat Reviews
After testing lots of inflatable boats, I decided to write reviews of the ones that were good. You’ll find them here.
Inflatable Kayak Reviews
Inflatable kayaks are in many ways better, then hard shell kayaks. Have a look at the reviews of the inflatable kayaks I have experience with.
Motor & Battery Reviews
You can fit an electric trolling motor, or even a gasoline outboard motor on inflatable watercraft. These articles will guide through this topic.
Guides
Useful guides on a number of topics relevant to inflatable boating. These are things you really need to know.
How-to...
These DIY articles will show you How To do many things with your inflatable boats and kayaks. Very useful!

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Marine Battery Group Sizes

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If you run a trolling motor on your boat or any other accessories that need to be powered (stereo, fish finder, etc), you will need a marine battery. While searching for batteries, you will come across the term battery group size. But what…

Trolling Motor And Battery Weight

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Depending on what kind of boating you plan on doing, the weight of your supplies can really add up. No matter whether you are looking to place a trolling motor on an inflatable boat, a kayak, pontoon boat, etc., you will need to take the…

55 Lb thrust Trolling Motors

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For most people looking to buy a motor for their inflatable boats, 55lb thrust trolling motors are an ideal pick. Why? Trolling motors thrust weaker than 55lbs will struggle when the weather turns against us or the boat is overloadedStronger…

Sevylor Fish Hunter 360 Review

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If you are looking for an inflatable boat to go fishing in, you will probably have come across the Sevylor Fish Hunter models. Sevylor designed the boat with fishing enthusiasts in mind, and has added features that anglers will appreciate. The…

Boston Valve Featured

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If you're shopping for an inflatable boat, you will have probably come across the term Boston valve. It sounds impressive as it is part of the advertising material, but wait a minute. What on Earth is a Boston valve? A Boston valve is…

Airhead Angler Bay Review

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Are you the kind of fishing enthusiast who frequently plans a fishing trip with friends or family? Do you like vacationing near lakes and streams where you can get an opportunity to fish? If so, then the Angler bay inflatable boat may be what…

Intex Seahawk Review

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If there are any lakes in your area that you visit, you will have undoubtedly seen Intex Seahawk boats out on the water. It is a favorite among families for easy, fun boating. I decided to write a review on the Seahawk inflatable boat after…

Trolling Motors For Intex Inflatable Boats

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If you already have an Intex inflatable boat or are looking to get one soon, getting an electric trolling motor is a great upgrade. An Intex raft paired with a motor opens up a lot of possibilities out on the water and is a lot of fun for…

Mariner 4 Review

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The following review of the Intex Mariner 4 will highlight to you the various reasons that put the Mariner 4 among the best boats you can find on the market as far as strength, performance, and practicality are concerned. I have a lot of…

Remove Barnacles From Inflatable Boats

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Do you leave your SIB in the water over an extended period? Say, for the entire season? It's more convenient than having to constantly assemble and disassemble your boat, that's for sure. But there is a problem. Leaving your boat in the…

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