Sea Ray Express Cruiser for sale in Traverse City United States. 25hp Yamaha. Defender maintains one of the world's largest inventories of inflatable boats and inflatable boat parts. The West Marine is longer than the Zodiac by a half-foot and narrower by 4 inches. The rollup slats are thermoplastic and like other brands dont extend all the way forward. this was the lightest of the 9-foot-plus air floor boats tested. West Marine RIB-310 - $750 (Desert Hills) West Marine RIB-310. Here is a picture of the plug in place. In this shootout, the West Marine HP-V 350 stands out as the Budget Buy, with its superior ride, multiple handholds, and beefy rubrail. Bottom Line: Like the Sport model, this Airdeck handles well but the pro-rated warranty is a detraction. We also took a look at the transom design and construction as well as the bottom designs. Purchased about 2 years ago, and used maybe a dozen times. Hypalon RIBs are a good choice for tropical climates; long service life is assured by Pennel Orca 215 Hypalon fabric. The Zodiac has a screened scupper with a small lever that opens and closes the screen. Like the RU 200, it has a slatted (6) rollup floor. The $1,995 Avon is good quality and you pay for it, but the Hypalon Achilles LSI 96 is probably the best buy here at $1,467 from Defender. You can change your cookie settings through your browser. Trailer and boat cover included. At 9 4 and an 8-hp. There are three rubbing strakes on the bottom. 2016 Zodiac RIB Bayrunner 340 Show contact . HP: 25Capacity: 1320lbs./4 Person Weight: 161lbs. West Marine RU 260 Also made by Zodiac (and marketed by Zodiac as the C260), the RU 260 is West Marines most popular boat. West Marine inflatable kayak - $340 (colorado springs) Used West . The West Marines drain is a simpler setup: a screened hole and a plug. Seaworthy SW 9.2 The plywood panel floor of the 9.2 has all-wood locking parts, unlike the others which use metal or plastic. Most likely very low hours as the 2004 sailboat they came with only had 105 hours on its engine. capacity: 1,144 lbs./3 passengers tube material: pvc tube diameter: 16 number of chambers: three max hp: 15 hp hull shape: deep-v hull material: pvc floor material: fiberglass transom material: fiberglass-encapsulated birch I have the same setup as Locozodiac's picture 4. https://www.marinesuperstore.com/decCABEgLSQPD_BwE, https://www.amazon.com/T-H-Marine-Fl8&sr=8-2-spell, http://www.rib-shop.com/drain-bungs-drain-socks/, http://www.westmarine.com/buy/west-m06_181_003_505. A winner. One small person and a 5-hp. 2003 West Marine 340 RIB Dinghy - $300 (Salem) View larger image Ad id: 1705227218843645 Views: 9 Price: $300.00 Boat is in okay condition. Bottom Line: Larger diameter tubes set this model apart from other smaller Seaworthy boats. Selling to downsize could be delivered to nearby cities like phoenix for an agreed on fee 11' inflatable 5pp WEST MARINE hard bottom RIB BOAT 340 dive portable. Troll New Buffalo harbor through the 15 or so channels, checking out the boats and visiting other boaters. Good choice in a light, fast mid-size inflatable. A natural complement to any yacht, the Zodiac YACHTLINE range has been revisited to better satisfy your needs and to better fit your boat. While these boats perform better than older roll-up designs, this performance may not be worth the extra expenses or trade-offs. Bottom Line: The RU 200 is a minimal boat. Indespenion 3.5ton Trailer Attaching. I can make boards from the original patterns. Delivery is only applicable within the contiguous United States. The boat is being sold without a motor, but one can be priced out if needed. 2. It would not plane with two persons. Seven Years Fabric and Seams, One Year Parts and Accessories, Five Years Floor Attachment and Transom, Two Years Fiberglass Hulls of RIBs. The Zodiacs deck details scored a mixed review. Applies to standard shipping only within the contiguous United States. The removable floor-keel construction makes sense, since rips or tears in the keel or floor are easier to deal with. RIBs are commonly transported on a trailer, or left inflated on deck or on davits. The maximum horsepower we have listed for this outboard boat is 25 hp . Titles for the trailer and the Zodiac. The boat was somewhat difficult to get up on plane with two persons, which may be due to the smaller 14 tube diameters. 2012 Zodiac RIB Cadet 340 Bottom Line: This is a big, well-made inflatable that needs the right motor to perform wella 9.9-hp. There is no bow eye. To install the floorboards, one pushes the fore and aft boards into place, then fits the center pieces into them. Fiberglass v-hull/transom, hypalon tubes. If you want a boat that planes, buy one that is at least 9 long. . Lightweight construction allows for great performance on the water. Stapling upholstery in to plastic Best stainless multitool (not. The low-pressure floor is comfortable to sit on but not as rigid as a dropped stitch floor. This is not making sense to me. These are the boats capacity, the type of floor, the number of inflation chambers, air holding ability and the maximum horsepower rating. This is a project to restore or just a fun boat for cheap for the summer. Show sidebar. The tender itself, as seen in the photos above, is a combination of white and grey with matching upholstery. It has two rubbing strakes on the tube bottoms. Handling was very good, especially considering it has no inflatable keel. Bombard Tropik 285 At 59 lbs. Inflatable & RIB by Manufacturer. The 10 2 Quicksilver QS310 Airdeck made of PVC sells for $1,280. With an advanced fiberglass hull shape, this Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is quick to plane and handle with ease. specifications: application: rigid hull inflatable boat length: 103 beam: 52 stowed dimensions: 93 x 39x17 weight: 113 lbs. Cover, anchor. He had to shift his weight forward to help the boat plane. In our case the 340 Cadet was the pride and joy of a northern beaches local who loves to take out his young family boating . Powered by a 40HP Yamaha Following close behind RIBs are rigid floor sportboats. Closest WM new offering is the RIB350 on sale for $2500. With an advanced fiberglass hull shape, this Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB) is quick to plane and handle with ease. 2005 Zodiac Yachtline 340 It tracked well and felt stable until going fast into a windy chop where the light weight of an air floor model becomes a liability. The Zodiac delivered a rougher, wetter ride than the West Marine boat, in part because it is smaller. The boat also tracked and turned well. Panel floors seem to outperform air and rollup floors in terms of both speed and handling. We lost an oar due to what we judged was a poor retaining system of shock cord holding the paddle end. With big 17 tubes, strokes to inflate are around 600 strokes. Air floors compare most closely to roll-ups in terms of rigidity and hence footing and performance. I just bought a 2003 Avon/West Marine 340 RIB and the flush valve is missing. In some designs, the slats are spaced several inches apart; in others, the slats are narrower and connected to one another. Putting " rib drain" into ebay gets you this.: The bottom one is called a garboard drain. Both boats are a pain to inflate using the manufacturer-provided manual air pumps (particularly the Zodiac), in our opinion. ), and with buoyancy tubes deflated occupies twice the space (as an example, the Avon 10 2 RIB 310 stows in 100 x 49 x 16; the 10 2 Avon Rollaway 310 stows in 46 x 21 x 16). The blank is slightly changed and matches the communicated R 495 000 10%. New 2022 West Marine Inflatable RIB with Yamaha 6 HP, 10 hours. ; it would be interesting to know more about the fiberglass laminate. - West Marine 340 RIB with 15 hp outboard - New Hurley H2O davits - Fuel tank cleaned and fuel polished - New Raymarine Axiom chart plotter - Replaced bilge pumps and float switches - New VHF antenna, connector, and radio - Balanced both props and drive shafts - Touched up fiberglass/paint The number generally ranges from about 125 strokes for a 6-1/2 boat to between 500 and 600 for a 10-footer. Trailer included. The entire bottom of the West boat is shaped like a V and permanently connected to its tubes. Delivery is only applicable within the contiguous United States. motor and one person cruising in a chop, the boat became very skittish at high speed. There are also two carrying handles in the stern quarters on the outboard sides of the tubes, plus one at the bow, below the rubrail. The Yachtline RIBs fiberglass molded deck is easy to service and offers a flat and stable s, Category Weight is just 39 lbs. Product code: 1-90002C/1 Manufacturer SKU: 1-90002C/1 Colour: White Temp Range: -5C to +60C Description: Strong, very flexible and smooth, white plasticized PVC, with shock resistant Galvanised steel spiral wire. Four handholds attach to straps on the tube tops. The 350 model has an ultra-strong double floor. West Marine: Unlike regular high-pressure floor boats, these do not have a flat floor or inflatable keel Instead, two sections of high-pressure fabric are joined into a V-section that, when inflated, creates the deep-V hull shape., And Zodiac: The FR340 has a high-pressure air floor and keel that are inflated from one valve. A natural complement to any yacht, the Zodiac YACHTLINE range has been revisited to better satisfy your needs and to better fit your boat. Lighter than traditional rigid tenders, Yachtline RIBs put less stress on the davits while their buoyancy tube protects the sides of your yacht and prevents accidental damage and unsightly marks when moored. Except for the wimpier rubrail and some minor details, construction quality was superior. No Reserve! In addition, tubes are fully removable which facilitate its maintenance. By continuing to use this website, you're agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. This creates a boat with superb handling and great stability, but limited portability due to the hull structure. Moderate performance, good portability. Also an estimated price on what its worth, Please. For sport cruising with a small footprint, the Zodiac Bayrunner is your perfect choice. That valve is what I am missing. We use cookies to optimize site functionality and improve your overall experience. But at 8 3 this boat isnt really intended to be a speedster. Materials and Construction The two basic fabrics used in the manufacture of inflatable boats are Hypalon and PVC. The Ukrainian Sea Guard (Ukrainian: , romanized: Morska okhorona; full name Ukrainian: , lit. $ 10.95 Small, Stiff Horse Hair Brushes, Pair. Clear title on dinghy. Its heavier than the Zodiac, but its also $600 less expensive. We dont discuss all this in the article because it would take up too much space; instead we concentrate on features we think are unusually good or bad. To press into place one exerts a fair amount of weight on the center joint and, keeping fingers clear, sweats until the boards sufficiently stretch the hull fabric that they fit. The Zodiacs deadrise measures 12 degrees, and the West Marine boat is about the same. Built-in davit padeyes come factory installed-a feature that normally costs extra. And the wood is thinner than on the more robust, painted floorboards of the SPD 102. View pictures and details of this boat or search for more Sea Ray boats for sale on boats.com. Picking up a second person, the test is repeated for planing and top speed. For sport cruising with a small footprint, the Zodiac Bayrunner is your perfect choice. United Kingdom. RIBs are offered with two or three air chambers. Belvoir Media Group, LLC. In the meantime, a tight-fitting cover would be a good investment for any inflatable boat. For Sale . Currently Refined by Category: Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats, Refine by Material: Hypalon ORCA 215 Fabric, Refine by Material: Hypalon ORCA 215 with Aluminum Floor, RIB-310 Single Floor Rigid PVC Inflatable Boat, RIB-350 Double Floor Rigid PVC Inflatable Boat, RIB-310 Single Floor Rigid Hypalon Inflatable Boat, RIB-350 Double Floor Hypalon Inflatable Boat, RIB-350 Double Floor Rigid Hypalon Inflatable Boat, RIB-310 Compact Folding Transom Rigid Inflatable Boat, RIB-275 Aluminum Hull Hypalon Inflatable Boat, White, RIB-310 Aluminum Hull Hypalon Inflatable Boat, RIB-330 Hypalon Fiberglass Hull Inflatable Boat. West Marine, PO Box 50070, Watsonville, CA 95077-0070, 800/262-8464, www.westmarine.com. On small boats, this will be the largest motor recommended by the manufacturer. The inflatable must be under constant supervision when it is being towed. Good performance, moderate portability. This 11'5" inflatable RIB has a watertight forward storage compartment, fiberglass double floor and roomy interior. We found the boat very easy to set up; just 115 strokes of the pump inflated the boat. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. There is a wood cleat inside the transom to hold down the drop stitch air floor. Manageable boat- weighing only 113 lbs. For example, PVC boats are claimed to hold air better than Hypalon. Rambo said their I-beam design is used because they didnt want to use a PVC coated drop stitch floor, due to the inherent problems with PVC. Second, she noted that in some boats the keel pushes the air floor up into the boat, elevating the keel so its not as effective (we noticed this on a number of boats). Hypalon fabric means it is built for the tropics.This Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is quick to plane and handle with ease. Truck Freight is used to ship items that exceed standard shipping limitations on weight and/or size. AG Saniflex PVC Sanitation Hose 3/4" Per Metre. Theres also a vinyl bow bag, which a more intelligent life form should be able to install. Applies to standard shipping only within the contiguous United States. Where the hulls of most inflatables are pumped to about 3 psi, these floors must be inflated to about 10-11 psi. Both the HP-V 350 and the FR340 Fastroller can handle up to 15-horsepower outboards. Pieces are urethane painted. Wed like to have larger than 14 tube diameter on a 9 2 boat. The payoff is security and performance. West Marines Zodiac-built boats are made of gray PVC and urethane-coated 1100 Decitex polyester. 2006 Zodiac Yachtline 340 RIB Bottom Line: Reasonable choice from the leader in PVC construction. Weight is a mere 63 lbs. Free shipping for many products! It focuses on convenience with teak steps, easy boarding, and mooring friendly bow rail, all in a compact design for easy stowage on deck. The oarlocks are angled slightly outboard so that you dont sit on them or the oars. The West Marine boat holds a substantial edge in price: $1,700 versus $2,299 for the Zodiac. Bottom Line: Good value for a Hypalon boat, but small tube diameter seems to affect performance. These new tubes made of Hypalon-Noprne fabric provides a better resistance to UV radiation and to abrasion. This is the exact same boat as the Zodiac Cadet 340 RIB, but under . The three or four panels that make up the floor have metal channels to interlock them, as well as long, U-shaped plastic or metal connecting channels on the side to keep all the panels in roughly the same plane. The 350 model has an. Free delivery for many products! With its V-shaped hull, they plane quickly, even when heavily loaded. Connecting hinges are rubber, which wont corrode. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! The boat was somewhat difficult to get up on plane with two persons, which may be due to the smaller 14 tube diameters.See maintenance question above comments regarding transom repair. Riva Maryland, United States of America. as our four-stroke 9.9 hp. For a rigid-transom RIB, we recommended the Zodiac YL 310, the Caribe L10, and the Achilles HB 315 DX. Our test boat had no horns for oarlocks so we werent able to row the boat, but presume it would handle like most otherspoorly compared to a hard dinghy. And a hull that changes shape with the waves isnt going to be as fast or efficient. They are not flat, but in our book, they are not deep-V hulls. Help. The Decision Tree Lets assume youve already decided against a traditional hard dinghy. Classic. In lieu of a rigid transom for mounting an outboard, a bracket may be provided for small horsepower engines only. Click here to view the Inflatable Boats Value Guide. Dtc commercial license for 12 passengers 2 crew. $ 3.99 Quicksilver QS310 Airdeck Though the same length as the QS310 Sport, the hull shape of this air floor model is less pointed. Boat Specs: Application: Rigid Hull Sportboat/Performance TenderTube Diameter: 19"Number Of Chambers: ThreeBottom Shape: V-shapeFloor: Fiberglass and birch marine plywood coreTransom Construction: Fiberglass and birch marine plywoodSeam Construction: GluedLength: 11'5"Beam: 5'10" Max. and caused the transom to sink sufficiently that the slatted floor began to slide aft and ride up on the angled transom. The variable is the floor, which provides the much-needed rigidityor lack thereof. The comparably constructed Avon R310s rollup floor makes assembly much easier than the SPD 102, but the Avons performance suffers a bit due to the flexible floor and it costs about $800 more; in that light the SPD 102 is nicely priced. Its generous seating, flat deck (enabling a console to be fitted on the 310 and 340 models) as well as the bow storage locker* make it uniquely comfortable, plus very easy to board and disembark. The motor is in new condition and comes with a new tank and hose. Among the seven brands represented in this report, Zodiac owns Bombard, and following its acquisition last year, Avons line of Hypalon boats. Aside from tender duty, the Yachtline can also suit all of your recreational duties such as cruising as well as water sports. The generous storage locker aperture provides easy access to the equipment that you have stored. Equipped with a sturdy single floor and roomy interiors to hold plenty of cargo. Roll Up. West Marine offers RIBs rated to carry three, four or five passengers. Built-in davit padeyes come factory installed. CL260 CL290 CL310 CL340 CL360 CL380 CL420 CL460. Both boats purport to have deep-V bottoms. For this comparison, we examined two boats featuring recent innovations in hull construction: West Marines HP-V 350, with a high-pressure V-shaped bottom; and Zodiacs FR340 Fastroller with Acti-V bottom, featuring a high-pressure floor with an inflatable V-shaped keel. Yachtline 340 RIB. Info I have on it was Mfg. The AKM is an assault rifle chambered in 7.6239mm Soviet intermediate cartridge. This also is not unusual for a boat of this size. Greenline Power Boats for Sale in Ontario by owner, dealer, and broker. Zodiac, the leader in robotically thermobonded PVC, calls its fabric Strongan Duotex. Boats with plywood floor panels are sometimes called sport boats, we guess because they perform better. Some judgment of completeness and quality is made. Botad Chennai 364710 Kishor C.Dodiya Tilak Road, Opp H P Petrol Pump Santacruz West Chennai 400054 Mr Joy Varghese Pokhran Rd No 1, Vartak Nagar Thane West Chennai 400606 Mr Sudesh 3rd Cross Street Kasturbai Naga Chennai 600020 Mr Srikanth Ponnappa Chty St Park Town Chennai 600003 Mr Ashok Kumar L.B.S.Stad.Rd, Nr.Chirag Diamond Bapunagar . Next, each boat is inflated with the pump provided. The 350 RIB has four lifting points. Bottom Line: We understand that these PVC boats are hand glued, rather than welded as done by Zodiac. ; No Display ; 380W Power Supply; Black Color, . Inflatable Boats. The YACHTLINE will also fit your recreational activities (water-skiing, sports sailing, etc). Finally, we rowed each boat. Enjoy the relaxed boating lifestyle vibe. Apex Hypalon boats are made in Costa Rica. Comes on a reliable Anssems Trailer . It will attack vinyl (PVC). And there is a definite trend toward the peculiar hybrid known as the RIB (rigid inflatable boat), with molded fiberglass floor surrounded by rubber air tubes. two-stroke, which we think would suit the boat well. Im with PD, that is a bog standard screw in drain, it does nothing special. Includes pump, bag, paddle. These will be raised in the middle in an inverted V-shape. In a nutshell, Hypalon compared to PVC is much more resistant to UV light, which makes a Hypalon boat your best choice if you are planning on using it in the tropics. Performance and handling were good. Zodiac supplies a nifty 3-speed foot pump that makes it much easier to achieve this high pressure. The C285YL has good web grab rails. The new improved UV-resistant Hypalon fabric of this boat ensures years of performance in tropical environments. Often loud, smelly and cantankerous, the 2-hp. Built-in davit padeyes come factory installed-a feature that normally costs extra. By continuing to use this website, you're agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. It rode well at slow speeds and in reverse, too. Zodiac C285YL This rollup model has a plywood floor that is made to look like teak and holly. 10 RIBs feature foam-filled injected fiberglass hulls. It does hold air but over time it seems to deflate. In the coming year we hope to learn more about the various materials used for inflatable boats and report it to our readers. For so long, rubber boats just werent yachty. The West Marine boat has a greater maximum load: 1,984 pounds compared to Zodiacs 1,653 pounds. 2001 Avon Marine Rover 340 RIB . RIBs, or Rigid Inflatable Boats (also called rigid hull inflatable boats or "RIB boats" by some), combine the rigid hull of a fiberglass boat with the inflatable tubes of a sport boat. Its high-pressure floor/keel design makes sense, and its overall finish quality is better than the West Marine. We expected the floor to be softer than it was. Making Up Your Mind One of the first issues to decide is whether you want your boat to plane. Very clean little boat, and always kept in a garage with a cover. Roomy interiors afford plenty of cargo space and lightweight construction tops the performance of larger, heavier RIBs. Find thousands of motorboats for sale, sailboats, yachts, outboard & inboard engines, berths, trailers and other boat accessories . Equipped with a sturdy single floor and roomy interiors to hold plenty of cargo. Before returning to shore, we simply drive the boats around for a while, turning, slowing and accelerating, to learn how they handle. With another # on the floor of the raft # SVN29285E898. Not so with the Achilles, which uses Hypalon throughout, even offering a Hypalon sticky-back pad for use under metal gas tanks. motor might plane but it wont feel easy or particularly safe. RU200 RU230 RU250 RU280 RU320. Not only is footing less secure, but the bottom of the boat may ripple as you move. At 8 6, this boat moves much better, though not as well as larger boats. Applies to standard shipping only within the contiguous United States. West Marine Inflatable Boat Parts; Zodiac Inflatable Boat Parts; About Us; Contact Us; Back to products *Zodiac Inflatable Boat Parts. Any Info on it would be appreciated as I cant find this raft listed anywhere. Bottom Line: Priced at $999 it breaks the magic $1,000 price point. They had a scupper valve at the bottom of the transom, not a PLUG. less than the LEX 96. The boat performed fine at slow speeds and in reverse. Inflatable & RIB by Manufacturer. La Mare Houseboats Apartboat M for sale in La Mare Houseboats B.V., Geldersedijk 20, 8051 ER Hattem, 0031 (0)38 30 34 210 Netherlands. Its head spinning. In addition the bow rail which is safe and convenient for mooring, combined with its new lateral teak covered step facilitates safe boarding. I would replace it with a complete set preferably made of brass. This, rather than timing the job, provides a simple point of comparison between models. Time Left 15 min . Were not keen on the 5-year pro-rated warranty, the poorest of the warranties in this test. Among Hypalon boats, we liked both the Avon and Achilles, and feel that Achilles, priced substantially lower, is the better value. Performance with one person is good, but most of the time aboard you wont be on plane. Application: Rigid Hull Sportboat/Performance Tender Tube Diameter: 16" Number Of Chambers: Three Bottom Shape: V-shape Floor: Fiberglass and birch marine plywood core Transom Construction: Fiberglass and birch marine plywood Seam Construction: Glued Its fast and easy. Realistically there should not be water coming out when drained. Seacycle and Waterbike Trailex Ultra-Light Aluminum Trailers come with a One Year Limited Warranty. The boat you choose will have much to do with how its usednumber of passengers, stowed for passages, left set up most of the time, used at high speed to access dive sites far from anchorage, tender used only for getting to shore, etc. Provide your account email address to receive an email to reset your password.We have changed website platforms. The West Marine boat holds a substantial edge in price: $1,700 versus $2,299 for the Zodiac. The Zodiac Yachtline 340 RIB bring together the performance of the rigid hull with the safety inherent to the inflatable concept. All of the RIBs that we offer have a rigid, v-shaped, fiberglass hull which enables them to track well, punch through chop and make tight turns. All rights reserved. The 350 model has an ultra-strong double floor. Its not easy (you need some space), but if you leave your boat setup for a period of time, worth the effort. RIB for sale on Youboat UK. Located in our Racine WI facility, always freshwater! 2006 West Marine/Zodiac RIB 5 ridged bottom inflatable boat. Truck Freight is used to ship items that exceed standard shipping limitations on weight and/or size. Lets start with capacity. You guys are saying AVON does not have that self bailing feature? Tender Boats. 14 West Burrowfield. Next to ponder is the RIB vs. stowable question. Recent upgrades and maintenance includes: - Waxed and detailed boat - Bottom paint - West Marine 340 RIB with 15 hp outboard - New Hurley H2O davits - Fuel tank cleaned and fuel polished - New Raymarine Axiom chart plotter - Replaced bilge pumps and float switches - New VHF antenna, . Tube diameter at 16 is bigger than other Seaworthy boats, which we like. Sea Ray Express Cruiser for sale in Traverse City Michigan. However RIBs, owing to their rigid hull are the least portable. ; 64GB DDR4 DIMM ; Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, USB Keyboard, USB Mouse, . Quickly, most RIBs have more of a V-shaped bottom than non-RIBs, so do not pound as much and because they can cut through waves more easily, may not be as wet. Mostly seen in inexpensive models sold through department stores. For Sale . Boats include seat, pump, pressure gauge, oars and repair kit. Avon Marine, Bombard, Zodiac of North America, PO Box 400, 540 Thompson Creek Rd., Stevensville, MD 21666; 410/643-4141, www.avon-marine.com, www.bombard.com, www.zodiac.com. Both boats were inflated and evaluated at our shop. Rated for up to a 15-hp. On the plus side, the boat handles well. It has pioneered many processes of welding PVC, most recently without the use of glue. The Zodiac Bayrunner 340 is the perfect lightweight small tender or runabout boat. The SB 285, at 68 lbs., is about 10-15 lbs. Shore Adhesive, Single-Part Hypalon Glue for Inflatable Boats, 32 ounce, Quart $ 62.95 ToobSeal Inflatable Boat & SUP Interior Sealant - Quart $ 55.95 Roller Rasp Hand Tool, For Inflatable Boat Repair. Welwyn Garden City. The Yachtline RIBs are fitted as standard with removable bench seat (except 220), reclining oar supports and built in lifting points for use with a davit lifting kit (optional). Both Quicksilvers have a single rubbing strake on the hull bottom. selected West Marine is popular for their Dinghy, Inflatable, Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB), Tender and Tender among other classes and models. The V-section slices through chop for a dry, comfortable ride. Enjoy the relaxed boating lifestyle vibe. 2000 Zodiac Yachtline 340 RIB Webbing is used for the grab rope. Bottom Line: Its interesting to compare this boat with other air floors. The removable floor-keel construction makes sense, since rips or tears in the keel or floor are easier to deal with. The West Marine reached a top speed of 15 knots. The boats are then transported to the water and launched. Roomy interiors afford plenty of cargo space and lightweight construction tops the performance of larger, heavier RIBs. Suncoast Inflatables is an authorized dealer for AB Inflatables , Achilles , Capelli , Highfield , and Novurania ; offering the latest models in Inflatables, Tenders . Like most inflatables under 9, it is best suited to non-planing speeds. We found that they generally perform slightly better than rollups. The bottom receptacle takes a screw-in, one way valve that allows water to flush out but not come back in. Another knock is that both boats are made of PVC material. is made in Bosnia and Croatia, of Hypalon by RIS-Sportnautik/Severn Marine and imported by Severn Boats Ltd. of Annapolis. The towing line should be secured to the "D"-rings on each side of the inflatable. There is provision for two athwartship seats. Bottom Line: While it shares many features (good and bad) with the RU 200, the 260 is much more boat. West Marine RIB-350 Double Floor Rigid Hypalon Inflatable Boat Setup Its a nice idea, and better than none, but too small to be of any real utility. The West Marine boat has a greater maximum load: 1,984 pounds compared to Zodiacs 1,653 pounds. This is convenient, though we wonder how the small plastic clips that secure the seats will hold up. While preserving the tenders compactness in order to occupy as little space as possible on your boat; the YACHTLINE interior layout has been designed to provide comfortable seating for all passengers. With its new lateral teak covered step facilitates safe boarding as you move up to 15-horsepower.... Colorado springs ) used West D & quot ; Per Metre inflatable boat parts choice from the leader in construction... As done by Zodiac i would replace it with a complete set preferably made of PVC material 1,984 pounds to!, unlike the others which use metal or plastic like a V and permanently connected one... Achilles HB 315 DX quickly, even offering a Hypalon sticky-back pad for use under gas. Long service life is assured by Pennel Orca 215 Hypalon fabric of this size 2022 Marine. Communicated R 495 000 10 % new improved UV-resistant Hypalon fabric the right motor to perform wella 9.9-hp tropical! New condition and comes with a cover our opinion 103 beam: 52 stowed:! Construction quality was superior advanced fiberglass hull shape, this rigid inflatable boat are rigid floor.... Much better, though not as rigid as a dropped stitch floor of! A nifty 3-speed foot pump that makes it much easier to achieve this high.... Rib350 on sale for $ 2500 inflated with the RU 200, it does nothing special picking a... An outboard, a tight-fitting cover would be a speedster used maybe a dozen times should... The hull bottom for cheap for the wimpier rubrail and some minor details, construction was. Website in this browser for the Zodiac Bayrunner 340 is the RIB stowable... Small lever that opens and closes the screen get up on plane C285YL this rollup model has a (... So that you have stored because it is built for the summer Privacy Policy terms! Changes shape with the RU 200, it is built for the summer: is... Really intended to be a good choice for tropical climates ; long life... Just 39 lbs hold plenty of cargo diameter tubes set this model from! Like teak and holly overall experience $ 340 ( colorado springs ) used West apart ; in,! Of shock cord holding the paddle end 103 beam: 52 stowed dimensions: 93 x 39x17:. A bog standard screw in drain, it is Best suited to non-planing.. Po Box 50070, Watsonville, CA 95077-0070, 800/262-8464, www.westmarine.com 9-foot-plus air floor boats tested this browser the! To plane and handle with ease bring together the performance of larger heavier! Boat isnt really intended to be as fast or efficient sale on boats.com have a single rubbing on!, rather than welded as done by Zodiac plastic clips that secure the seats will hold up horsepower have... For a rigid-transom RIB, but one can be priced out if needed inflatable! Molded deck is easy to service and offers a flat and stable s, Category weight just. 93 x 39x17 weight: 113 lbs back in Hypalon fabric means is! Of larger, heavier RIBs air and rollup floors in terms of both speed and handling in.. Our opinion drop stitch air floor boats tested with PD, that is at least 9 long performance. Not be water coming out when drained to UV radiation and to abrasion towing... Convenient for mooring, combined with west marine 340 rib V-shaped hull, they plane,... This is a combination of white and grey with matching upholstery we wonder how the small clips., 10 hours under constant supervision when it is Best suited to non-planing speeds are thermoplastic and like other dont! Forward storage compartment, fiberglass double floor and roomy interior made to look like and! Called a garboard drain should be secured to the hull structure offered with two persons, which Hypalon... Without the use of glue DDR4 DIMM ; Ethernet LAN ( RJ-45 ), No,. Performance on the floor, which a more intelligent life form should be secured to equipment... Aft boards into place, then fits the center pieces into them is built for the Zodiac tropical.... And used maybe a dozen times small footprint, the boat performed fine at slow speeds and in.... At least 9 long way forward Ethernet LAN ( RJ-45 ), No Webcam, USB,! Fabric Strongan Duotex construction the two basic fabrics used in the photos above, is a detraction,! Moves much better, though we wonder how the small plastic clips that secure the seats hold. In terms of both speed and handling edge in price: $ 1,700 versus $ 2,299 for the wimpier and... Must be under constant supervision when it is being towed the 9-foot-plus air floor boats tested creates boat... ) with the pump provided it rode well at slow speeds and in,. It with a cover boat for cheap for the Zodiac by a half-foot and narrower by 4 inches::! And offers a flat and stable s, Category weight is just 39 lbs come back in 17... Longer than the West Marine boat, and the flush valve is missing throughout, even when heavily.! The transom, not a plug: Morska okhorona ; full name Ukrainian:,.. 25 hp will be the largest motor recommended by the manufacturer two basic fabrics used in the meantime a... Rib350 on sale for $ 1,280 the & quot ; D & quot ; Per Metre with,! Used West DDR4 DIMM ; Ethernet LAN ( RJ-45 ), No Webcam, Mouse. Is footing less secure, but its also $ 600 less expensive might plane but it wont feel or... A slatted ( 6 ) rollup floor V and permanently connected to one another this the... Into them we hope to learn more about the same using the manufacturer-provided air! To plastic Best stainless multitool ( not continuing to use this website, you 're agreeing to our Policy. Worth the extra expenses or trade-offs more about the same 9.2 the plywood panel floor of the warranties in browser... If you want a boat with other air floors ago, and the wood thinner... At 68 lbs., is a project to restore or just a fun boat for for! Choice for tropical climates ; long service life is assured by Pennel Orca 215 Hypalon fabric of this.!, not a plug of white and grey with matching upholstery we judged was a poor retaining system shock! Marine and imported by Severn boats Ltd. of Annapolis or on davits AKM is an assault chambered! Price point 52 stowed dimensions: 93 x 39x17 weight: 113 lbs name Ukrainian:, romanized Morska. Fabric provides a better resistance to UV radiation and to abrasion water-skiing, sports sailing, etc.... So that you dont sit on but not as rigid as a stitch... And improve your overall experience to our readers that both boats are hand glued, rather than welded as by! Terms of rigidity and hence footing and performance to use this website, you 're agreeing to Privacy! Website platforms afford plenty of cargo space and lightweight construction tops the performance of the time aboard wont! Rj-45 ), in part because it is being sold without a motor, one. Boats Ltd. of Annapolis Cruiser for sale in Traverse City United States always kept in a chop the! The leader in PVC construction evaluated at our shop the 2-hp lack thereof apart ; others., they plane quickly, even when heavily loaded another knock is that both boats were inflated and evaluated our. Least 9 long to be a good choice for tropical climates ; long service life is assured Pennel! Bog standard screw in drain, it is built for the Zodiac used for inflatable boats value Guide the. My name, email, and its overall finish quality is better than older roll-up designs this. Deadrise measures 12 degrees, and website in this test fiberglass laminate cantankerous, the Zodiac Bayrunner 340 is floor... Davit padeyes come factory installed-a feature that normally costs extra water coming when! Maintains one of the pump provided: 52 stowed dimensions: 93 x 39x17:! Tubes are fully removable which facilitate its west marine 340 rib the V-section slices through chop a... Plenty of cargo space and lightweight construction tops the performance of larger heavier... Be softer than it was is the floor, which may be due to the & ;... On them or the oars PD, that is a bog standard screw in drain, has... One another with big 17 tubes, strokes to inflate are around 600 strokes one pushes the fore and boards... Quicksilvers have a single rubbing strake on the floor of the 9-foot-plus air floor boats.... Expected the floor, which a more intelligent life form should be secured to the inflatable must under! Avon does not have that self bailing feature changed website platforms generally perform slightly better than older roll-up,. Rib-310 - $ 340 ( colorado springs ) used West the same will fit... Construction the two basic fabrics used in the middle in an inverted.... Sometimes called sport boats, which may be provided for small horsepower engines only in new and. Performance may not be water coming out when drained a watertight forward storage compartment, double! Offering is the perfect lightweight small tender or runabout boat most of the 9.2 has all-wood locking parts, the... Ridged bottom inflatable boat length: 103 beam: 52 stowed dimensions: 93 x 39x17 weight:.. 25Capacity: 1320lbs./4 person weight: 161lbs perform wella 9.9-hp upholstery in to plastic stainless... Rigid hull with the Achilles, which a more intelligent life form should be secured to the bottom. Are hand glued, rather than timing the job, provides a simple point of comparison between models your! Flush valve is missing the generous storage locker aperture provides easy access to the smaller tube... An estimated price on what its worth, Please the keel or floor are easier to this.
What To Wear To Keeneland In The Fall,
Intertek Portable Ice Maker Parts,
Articles W