Opinions on this inflatable canoe? (1 Viewer)

[SwissBob]

I know this is also over budget but as Gumotex have been mentioned I thought I'd plug Advanced Elements hybrids - they have alu reinforcement that makes them behave, imo, like rigid kayaks - they also do sit on tops.

I've used both Gumotex Framura and and AE Airfusion - both great for rivers up to class III, lakes and inshore, estuaries, island hopping etc. For me, the AE is somewhat superior on each but in the sea it is streets ahead.

http://www.advancedelements.com/airfusion.html

 

[Langtoftlad]

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[Techno]

I've been looking at this have just stayed at Bridlington next to a launching ramp


I like that inflatable dingy though

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[Just smiffy]

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The outboard just drops onto that bit of wood at the blunt end...

All packs away and fits in the Hymer 660S boot with bags of room for other stuff too...

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JJ

But does it fit in your pool....?

 

[Techno]

I'm glad this thread popped up as I'm now more committed to a Dinghy
Plenty of choice at less money than even a one person canoe
http://www.gaelforcemarine.co.uk/en...tm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=UnitedKingdom

 

[Techno]

http://www.gaelforcemarine.co.uk/en/Suzuki-25hp-4-Stroke-Outboard-Motor---Short-Shaft/m-3353.aspx

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[Techno]

Now decided on a Mariner engine as the Suzuki is best buy award but rough running and noisy

 

[Techno]

getting warmer

 

[Just smiffy]

getting warmer

Watch that payload Andy ...

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[MitchandJenny]

How much are trailers ?????
Mitch.

 

[Brian and dawn stead]

We have a gumotex helios2 which we use here in the uk. In aussie we have a gumotex sunny. You may pay a blt more but they have proved excellent. Both were bought on ebay secondhand. Have used them onlakes,rivers,canals. We are both in our 70s and have really enjoyed our kayaks. Dont forget to get a skeg/rudder with the kayak. A whole new world,enjoy

 

[Techno]

Watch that payload Andy ...

I have just gained an extra 500kg of payload

The boat I have decided on is 18.5kg and the 3.5hp outboard is 17kg
I'm now buying the Sunsport ARIB 230

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[Techno]

Outboard is much lighter than an electric bike and I'm sure I can rig it up on the bike rack

 

[Minxy]

I'm glad this thread popped up as I'm now more committed to a Dinghy
Plenty of choice at less money than even a one person canoe
http://www.gaelforcemarine.co.uk/en...tm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=UnitedKingdom

Not when you add in the cost of an engine ...

Make sure you get buoyancy aids and wear them Andy.

 

[Techno]

You can simply row it it does have oars

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[Minxy]

You can simply row it it does have oars

Not rowed many then have you Andy ... they are NOT fun!

 

[Techno]

They are with an injun and better for fishing

 

[glastry]

Not rowed many then have you Andy ... they are NOT fun!

yes you are correct as usual---but on flat water they are ok,and for folk not used to the water,maybe just a bit safer than a kayak!!

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[Minxy]

yes you are correct as usual---but on flat water they are ok,and for folk not used to the water,maybe just a bit safer than a kayak!!

Yup ... you saying that Techno might get a dunking if he gets a kayak ...

 

[RS_rob]

Inflatable canoes will hurt your back, thay are not at all comfortable you would be better off with a real canoe & if weight is the issue a ROYALEX one will be lighter.
Try finding a local canoe club & trying them out 1st inflatable & real canoes.

Plus you can carry more kit like more beer

Me personally 3 kayaks on the roof as the misus wont paddle but as a coach I really should have my own Canoe, might buy one next year.

 

[funflair]

Inflatable canoes will hurt your back, thay are not at all comfortable you would be better off with a real canoe & if weight is the issue a ROYALEX one will be lighter.
Try finding a local canoe club & trying them out 1st inflatable & real canoes.

Plus you can carry more kit like more beer

Me personally 3 kayaks on the roof as the misus wont paddle but as a coach I really should have my own Canoe, might buy one next year.

That's why we have the Gumotex Palava Canadien, more comfortable than a Kayak. I would fancy getting a rigid on our roof.

Martin

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[Techno]

I would fancy getting a rigid on our roof.

Not in public anyway

 

[Bart]

Not in public anyway

lol pmsl