What type of Dinghy / Tender ? - Page 5

David_Old_Jersey · 26-01-2007, 14:29

Just found the Flapdoodle dinghy folding dinghy (Built from Plans)

Features

unbusted67 · 26-01-2007, 14:38

I've watched this a few times and its just making me feel like I'm on acid.

David_Old_Jersey · 26-01-2007, 14:46

I will defer to you on this point

unbusted67 · 26-01-2007, 15:20

...probably a good idea. I have just found a 12" oday widgeon I like online anyone know anything about these little guys?

Ferroever · 27-01-2007, 03:00

I've got a Porta-bote. Anyone have any horror stories for me?

David_Old_Jersey · 30-01-2007, 06:42

And yes these really do exist!

One Man Raft Kickboat Inflatable Rafts Rafting Equipment Rafting Supplies

David_Old_Jersey · 15-02-2007, 10:40

I think it's an Avon........

RandyAbernethy · 24-02-2007, 08:30

Make sure you've got good clearance on that prop...

Steve Pope · 10-06-2007, 15:05

We use a Walker bay with the inflateable collar, it is good when we carry it in the davits but a pita to try to stow on deck on offshore passages.

ssullivan · 10-06-2007, 15:21

The dinghy/tender/dink issue has been a big one for us lately. We are trying to adapt to life at anchor with a lot of commuting in to work via a dinghy. Right now, we are so far out that there is a ferry that takes a similar route to our dingy ride!

We see conditions on rainy, cold and stormy days with 4' chop in the bay that we have to cross. Our current 10' Achilles (with aluminum floor and inflatable keel) just doesn't cut it. It pounds, we are wet and we are cold both from spray and precipitation.

One of the biggest changes for us (aside from selling the boat and getting a stinkpot to live on - I'll sail a Laser or something to get the fix) is having to commute in daily to work. This means we need the ultimate tender.

Even working on megayachts, using a 25' (or 30'? can't remember) center console Parker and RIB Novurania, you could STILL be wet and cold.

Since we plan to anchor out for the winter this year (in MAINE), we need something REAL to keep us warm and dry on the ride in to the car (2+ miles each way).

I'm thinking of getting a 12-16' aluminum skiff workboat (deep V hull) and putting a couple of seats in with wheel steering and a sunbrella enclosure to keep the rain (read SNOW) off of us. I plan to haul it up on deck with a crane when it's at the boat, so we don't have to worry about fouling the bottom.

Just a set of thoughts to contribute to the thread... I think I'm working on the "ultimate dinghy" here....

southernman · 10-06-2007, 16:09

What about a lifeboat kind of boat? Your new boat sounds like it would have significant payload capacities so what about an old disused lifeboat with a fully enclosed roof? I've seen some used on Oil Rigs here in NZ just sitting around doing bugger all in scap yards that could be used. They are 18 feet overall and fully enclosed with a 10hp diesel engine. It may look a little bit of overkill but you will be the one arriving nice and dry on the dock! The idea would be to the the roof/canapy removable for the summer months.

CaptainK · 10-06-2007, 16:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssullivan

The dinghy/tender/dink issue has been a big one for us lately. We are trying to adapt to life at anchor with a lot of commuting in to work via a dinghy. Right now, we are so far out that there is a ferry that takes a similar route to our dingy ride!

We see conditions on rainy, cold and stormy days with 4' chop in the bay that we have to cross. Our current 10' Achilles (with aluminum floor and inflatable keel) just doesn't cut it. It pounds, we are wet and we are cold both from spray and precipitation.

One of the biggest changes for us (aside from selling the boat and getting a stinkpot to live on - I'll sail a Laser or something to get the fix) is having to commute in daily to work. This means we need the ultimate tender.

Even working on megayachts, using a 25' (or 30'? can't remember) center console Parker and RIB Novurania, you could STILL be wet and cold.

Since we plan to anchor out for the winter this year (in MAINE), we need something REAL to keep us warm and dry on the ride in to the car (2+ miles each way).

I'm thinking of getting a 12-16' aluminum skiff workboat (deep V hull) and putting a couple of seats in with wheel steering and a sunbrella enclosure to keep the rain (read SNOW) off of us. I plan to haul it up on deck with a crane when it's at the boat, so we don't have to worry about fouling the bottom.

Just a set of thoughts to contribute to the thread... I think I'm working on the "ultimate dinghy" here....

Hey Sean.

Have you ever thought about getting a big work type boat. And putting a small center cabin type of structure. That could with stand high winds. And rain and snow?

I have thought about something similar a while back. And I might have some ideas. PM for for any details. I have plenty of photos with options you might find interesting?

rsn48 · 10-06-2007, 22:45

Where I live, there is a community up Indian Arm (a fjord) that has no road access, so even though they live on land, they boat to their car at the marina and drive to work from there. The boat commute for them is around 15 to 25 minutes. The "school boat" brings their kids to the Deep Cove public jetty and they walk to school.

None of them use a dingy, or anything resembling a dingy, and sometimes these folks are going through some pretty intense fog (with no radar). They all use "run about" beaters, if your commuting full time, get a "beater" runabout, forget the dinghy stuff. You want beater runabout with either a canvass top or hard top, if it was me, it'd have a hard top - no suffering in the rain with a wind for me. I'm not a big "run about" fan but this is one time when they shine.

Here in the Cove, not only do we have two car families but two boats as well - his and hers.

**GordMay** · 11-06-2007, 03:35

Something like this ...
Grumman Car Topper Aluminum Boat - $350
Grumman Car Topper Aluminum Boat

ssullivan · 11-06-2007, 05:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by GordMay

Something like this ...
Grumman Car Topper Aluminum Boat - $350
Grumman Car Topper Aluminum Boat

EXACTLY, Gord. That Lund is one I have seen around lately and looks like a possible candidate. Not having postitive flotation is a bit of a down side, but the way these boats handle the chop and go flying across the bay at 15 knots, leaving the owners dry is enviable.

Possibly, I think some of these have some positive flotation in the built in seats.

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26-01-2007, 14:29	#61
David_Old_Jersey Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sailing to the Moon........ Boat: Yes - But tied to the Dock. Posts: 1,324 Images: 1	Just found the Flapdoodle dinghy folding dinghy (Built from Plans) Features __________________ Open your mind, but not so far your brain falls out.

26-01-2007, 14:46	#63
David_Old_Jersey Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sailing to the Moon........ Boat: Yes - But tied to the Dock. Posts: 1,324 Images: 1	I will defer to you on this point __________________ Open your mind, but not so far your brain falls out.

27-01-2007, 03:00	#65
Ferroever Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mexico Boat: Herreshoff Ferro 45 'Arigato Jack' Posts: 26	I've got a Porta-bote. Anyone have any horror stories for me? __________________ "Only the educated is free."

30-01-2007, 06:42	#66
David_Old_Jersey Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sailing to the Moon........ Boat: Yes - But tied to the Dock. Posts: 1,324 Images: 1	And yes these really do exist! One Man Raft Kickboat Inflatable Rafts Rafting Equipment Rafting Supplies __________________ Open your mind, but not so far your brain falls out.

26-01-2007, 14:38	#62
unbusted67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Boat: Westwind, Vagabond, 38' - "Ruffian" Posts: 250 Images: 3	I've watched this a few times and its just making me feel like I'm on acid.

26-01-2007, 15:20	#64
unbusted67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Boat: Westwind, Vagabond, 38' - "Ruffian" Posts: 250 Images: 3	...probably a good idea. I have just found a 12" oday widgeon I like online anyone know anything about these little guys?

15-02-2007, 10:40	#67
David_Old_Jersey Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sailing to the Moon........ Boat: Yes - But tied to the Dock. Posts: 1,324 Images: 1	I think it's an Avon........ __________________ Open your mind, but not so far your brain falls out.

24-02-2007, 08:30	#68
RandyAbernethy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Carib Boat: Saint Francis 50 - Swingin' on a Star Posts: 170	Make sure you've got good clearance on that prop... __________________ Randy Human history becomes more and more a race between education and catastrophe. -- HG Wells

10-06-2007, 15:05	#69
Steve Pope Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Maungaturoto, New Zealand only 10 minutes from the Kaipara harbour, it is a tidal harbour with one of the largest shore lines in the Southern hemisphere, no shortage of sand banks though. Boat: Trismus 37 (alloy) built in 1976 or 1986 depending on who you talk to! Posts: 452	rigid inflateable We use a Walker bay with the inflateable collar, it is good when we carry it in the davits but a pita to try to stow on deck on offshore passages.

10-06-2007, 15:21	#70
ssullivan Commercial Vendor Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 4,533 Images: 1	Not Impressed The dinghy/tender/dink issue has been a big one for us lately. We are trying to adapt to life at anchor with a lot of commuting in to work via a dinghy. Right now, we are so far out that there is a ferry that takes a similar route to our dingy ride! We see conditions on rainy, cold and stormy days with 4' chop in the bay that we have to cross. Our current 10' Achilles (with aluminum floor and inflatable keel) just doesn't cut it. It pounds, we are wet and we are cold both from spray and precipitation. One of the biggest changes for us (aside from selling the boat and getting a stinkpot to live on - I'll sail a Laser or something to get the fix) is having to commute in daily to work. This means we need the ultimate tender. Even working on megayachts, using a 25' (or 30'? can't remember) center console Parker and RIB Novurania, you could STILL be wet and cold. Since we plan to anchor out for the winter this year (in MAINE), we need something REAL to keep us warm and dry on the ride in to the car (2+ miles each way). I'm thinking of getting a 12-16' aluminum skiff workboat (deep V hull) and putting a couple of seats in with wheel steering and a sunbrella enclosure to keep the rain (read SNOW) off of us. I plan to haul it up on deck with a crane when it's at the boat, so we don't have to worry about fouling the bottom. Just a set of thoughts to contribute to the thread... I think I'm working on the "ultimate dinghy" here....

10-06-2007, 16:09	#71
southernman Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Boat: 44 foot bruce farr fractional rig Posts: 163 Images: 12	What about a lifeboat kind of boat? Your new boat sounds like it would have significant payload capacities so what about an old disused lifeboat with a fully enclosed roof? I've seen some used on Oil Rigs here in NZ just sitting around doing bugger all in scap yards that could be used. They are 18 feet overall and fully enclosed with a 10hp diesel engine. It may look a little bit of overkill but you will be the one arriving nice and dry on the dock! The idea would be to the the roof/canapy removable for the summer months. __________________ Southernman

10-06-2007, 22:45	#73
rsn48 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Deep Cove - North Vancouver, BC Boat: Catalina 27 - Leaky Cauldron Posts: 350	Where I live, there is a community up Indian Arm (a fjord) that has no road access, so even though they live on land, they boat to their car at the marina and drive to work from there. The boat commute for them is around 15 to 25 minutes. The "school boat" brings their kids to the Deep Cove public jetty and they walk to school. None of them use a dingy, or anything resembling a dingy, and sometimes these folks are going through some pretty intense fog (with no radar). They all use "run about" beaters, if your commuting full time, get a "beater" runabout, forget the dinghy stuff. You want beater runabout with either a canvass top or hard top, if it was me, it'd have a hard top - no suffering in the rain with a wind for me. I'm not a big "run about" fan but this is one time when they shine. Here in the Cove, not only do we have two car families but two boats as well - his and hers.

11-06-2007, 03:35	#74
GordMay Administrator Site Administrator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario - 48-29N x 89-20W Boat: C.L.O.D. (Cruiser Living On Dirt) Posts: 9,455 Images: 232	Something like this ... Grumman Car Topper Aluminum Boat - $350 Grumman Car Topper Aluminum Boat Attached Thumbnails Attached Images __________________ Gord May ~~_/)_~~ (Gord & Maggie - "Southbound") "If you didn't have time/$ to do it right in the first place, when will you get the time/$ to fix it?"

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