| The lightweight inflatable boat has become a | | | | always to know about local current and wind |
| household item today for many reasons. Due to | | | | conditions. It is a good practice to tell somebody |
| its size and weight inflatable boats are portable | | | | the time you plan to return. If you’re taking |
| and they do not require a large storage area. | | | | any passengers, they should know about the |
| When deflated it can be easily stored in a bag and | | | | basic operations of the boat. It is also better if |
| kept in a corner or even in the boot of your car | | | | you accompany someone else who knows how |
| until next use. Due to its low cost and many | | | | to man the boat. Check the inflation pressure |
| other advantages the demand for inflatable boats | | | | levels according to the manual. Tighten all the |
| has risen. It is an ideal boat for fishing, leisure rides | | | | clamps in the motor before you set off and |
| and water sports activities such as kayaking and | | | | inspect all the valve caps. Engine clamps should be |
| white water rafting. These boats are also | | | | checked even after you start the engine. It is |
| commonly used today as dive boats, life rafts, | | | | very important that the safety stop switch is |
| for military purposes and as rescue crafts. | | | | working. Never leave without topping the fuel and |
| Inflatable boats are made out of reinforced fabric | | | | always start your trip with a full tank and take a |
| which will not be damaged by stones or sticks. | | | | spare can of fuel along with you. |
| Although the boat is lightweight it is strong enough | | | | When you are having passengers make sure to |
| to carry at least 6 adults without any risk. The | | | | carry personal floating devices for each person, |
| light weight of the boat is another reason for its | | | | tools, paddles, oars and a foot pump and carry |
| low fuel consumption. Little power is needed to | | | | the boating license always. The passengers should |
| start the boat therefore only a small amount of | | | | be seated on the wooden seat so that there is |
| fuel will be needed. It has two large buoyancy | | | | proper balance. Once you’re on your way be |
| tubes on either side which contain pressurised gas. | | | | watchful to man the boat smoothly avoiding any |
| With the help of these tubes the inflatable boat | | | | sudden jerks. |
| can stay stable on water without toppling over. | | | | After returning from your trip, follow the |
| Inflatable boats are easy to purchase because of | | | | guidelines in the manual to deflate the air properly. |
| their low price. Maintaining the boat won’t be | | | | Open all the valves and let the air go out slowly. |
| an issue since spares are easily available at stores. | | | | Do not attempt to fold it while the air is still |
| Also regular servicing is a must since it will | | | | remaining. Make sure you attend to any small |
| definitely lengthen the lifespan of your boat. | | | | repair immediately before it takes too long in |
| However there are few important things to | | | | order to avoid major damage. Proper care and |
| know before you put the boat into water. | | | | regular servicing of your inflatable boat will indeed |
| It is advisable to check the weather conditions | | | | save lot of money and time. |