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Kanani · 26-12-2007, 12:32

You might want to look into "Fold-up" boats. They are pretty reliable and easy to row. You may be able to find a used one pretty cheap.

IMHO, those Sevylor things can be danerous as a tendor and they are very hard to row (impossible in a strong breeze unless you fill it with water). When they leak, your done. They sometimes tear wide open. You could find yourself swimming a long distance. If you get one, I would recommend carrying a smaller spare for emergencies.

Remember, those things are a toy and intended to be used as such. Once you separate yourself from your vessel, you may want to think twice about relying on a toy to get you back.

sluissa · 26-12-2007, 14:54

Moonchaser: there was a thread just a day or two ago, might still be active relating to dinghy plans,dingy plans

Kanani: that's the impression I'm getting. I think I'll skip the cheap inflatable for now and just tow one of my hard plastic kayaks for the time being. i'll save up and keep looking for a good inflatable dinghy and maybe build a small one from plywood if I absolutely need something more than my kayak. I might even be able to build it to fit on my foredeck, as small as it is. I've been looking at foldup boats, but they all seem to still be too big to store easily.

Still, I'll keep looking, thanks for the opinions.

**David M** · 26-12-2007, 22:32

Would one of those really small folding dinghy's work for you? ...at least they cant deflate and are probably more durable than something with a hull that isn't much thicker than a garbage bag.

ding1

WoodenWidget. The home of the Origami Folding Sailing Dinghy. The stowable sailing boat tender you can easily build yourself from easy to follow illustrated instructions. DIY boat. Portable, stowable, easy to build boat. Plywood and canvas

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Kanani · 26-12-2007, 23:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by David M

Would one of those really small folding dinghy's work for you? ...at least they cant deflate and are probably more durable than something with a hull that isn't much thicker than a garbage bag.

ding1

WoodenWidget. The home of the Origami Folding Sailing Dinghy. The stowable sailing boat tender you can easily build yourself from easy to follow illustrated instructions. DIY boat. Portable, stowable, easy to build boat. Plywood and canvas

A Folding Foldable Portable Fishing Boat And Dinghy By Porta-Bote Portabote Porta-Boat Portaboat Foldboat * Portabot

I knew someone that had this one:
A Folding Foldable Portable Fishing Boat And Dinghy By Porta-Bote Portabote Porta-Boat Portaboat Foldboat * Portabot

He loved that dinghy. I was impressed with it too.

sluissa · 26-12-2007, 23:35

the problem with them is their length makes them problematic to store on deck and their folded width would probably prevent me from storing them in the v-berth, the only place on the boat with 7 continuous feet of space. to get into there though they'd have to go through some narrow hatches and doorways. I do like their ideas though.

26-12-2007, 22:32	#18
David M Moderator Site Helper Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Francisco Bay Posts: 2,899	Would one of those really small folding dinghy's work for you? ...at least they cant deflate and are probably more durable than something with a hull that isn't much thicker than a garbage bag. ding1 WoodenWidget. The home of the Origami Folding Sailing Dinghy. The stowable sailing boat tender you can easily build yourself from easy to follow illustrated instructions. DIY boat. Portable, stowable, easy to build boat. Plywood and canvas A Folding Foldable Portable Fishing Boat And Dinghy By Porta-Bote Portabote Porta-Boat Portaboat Foldboat * Portabot __________________ David "Marge! Look at all the great stuff I found at the Marina. It was just sitting in some guys boat!" -Homer Simpson Last edited by David M; 26-12-2007 at 22:40..

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26-12-2007, 12:32	#16
Kanani Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Southern California Boat: Was - Passport 45 Ketch Posts: 654	You might want to look into "Fold-up" boats. They are pretty reliable and easy to row. You may be able to find a used one pretty cheap. IMHO, those Sevylor things can be danerous as a tendor and they are very hard to row (impossible in a strong breeze unless you fill it with water). When they leak, your done. They sometimes tear wide open. You could find yourself swimming a long distance. If you get one, I would recommend carrying a smaller spare for emergencies. Remember, those things are a toy and intended to be used as such. Once you separate yourself from your vessel, you may want to think twice about relying on a toy to get you back.

26-12-2007, 14:54	#17
sluissa Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL, US Boat: Westfield UK Kingfisher 20+ - Rabbit Posts: 402 Images: 4	Moonchaser: there was a thread just a day or two ago, might still be active relating to dinghy plans,dingy plans Kanani: that's the impression I'm getting. I think I'll skip the cheap inflatable for now and just tow one of my hard plastic kayaks for the time being. i'll save up and keep looking for a good inflatable dinghy and maybe build a small one from plywood if I absolutely need something more than my kayak. I might even be able to build it to fit on my foredeck, as small as it is. I've been looking at foldup boats, but they all seem to still be too big to store easily. Still, I'll keep looking, thanks for the opinions.

26-12-2007, 23:35	#20
sluissa Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL, US Boat: Westfield UK Kingfisher 20+ - Rabbit Posts: 402 Images: 4	the problem with them is their length makes them problematic to store on deck and their folded width would probably prevent me from storing them in the v-berth, the only place on the boat with 7 continuous feet of space. to get into there though they'd have to go through some narrow hatches and doorways. I do like their ideas though.