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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: jacklam999 on February 26, 2013, 12:51:17 PM
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If i want to get a inflatable boat for lake fishing for aound 200-300$, where can i get it. Do you guys purchase online or in local fishing store.
Thank you
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how big are you looking for?
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2 person
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how big are you looking for?
i looked online, but many of them doesnt ship to canada
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For something that you're going to sit on in a big body of water, I'd recommend you to purchase it from your local store.
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http://bit.ly/XELFVS
First one on the list is highly recomended. That or canadian tire walmart army & navy...
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expensive on the first 1, nth under 300$
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For something that you're going to sit on in a big body of water, I'd recommend you to purchase it from your local store.
not many tackle store carry them, i found some that are 13x$ online, but the shipping is 17x$....
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Look a little further i can see many well under 300.
http://www.sevylor.com/Boats-C40.aspx
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I would recomemd the fish hunter 4person the 3 person is a little tight with 2 people, slap a motor on and your set. Ive even cut out floor boards from ply wood and applied a protective coating to make the base more sturdy to stand when pulling crab traps or casting.
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Are you kidding me? 200-300 bucks for a new inflatable boat?
Like, a real inflatable boat with a floor, seats, transom and oars?
Only unsafe and disposable junk can be had at that price point. You don't even want to go there, trust me. Spend at least twice that much and get yourself something worthwhile that will last you many years and keep you safe on the water.
Many of us have bought Aquamarine boats (http://aquamarineboat.com/) and we couldn't be happier.
They are located in Richmond, so you can pick the boat up yourself and avoid shipping expenses. Customer service is top-notch and the quality of the boats - especially the new generation - is excellent.
Call them and ask for Michael. He's an awesome guy and more than willing to accommodate new customers.
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If your just fishing small to medium sized lakes a "inexpensive" inflatable is fine. One with a double inflatable hull is good for safety purposes. Speaking from experience they don't sink as air gets trapped in them. The heavy gauge inflatables can blow wide open on the seams if you over inflate them easier than the vinyl ones.
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not many tackle store carry them, i found some that are 13x$ online, but the shipping is 17x$....
I wasn't referring to just tackle stores, but just any stores where you can go in and actually see and touch the boats. You're not just buying something that can float, more importantly you are buying comfort and safety.
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I would say craigslist. I got a 5 person avon for 350$. It's in great shape came with everything needed.
There are quite a few on good ol craigslist. people buy it, use it twice and sell it for half.
and then go there with cash and start negotiating.
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All I can say is do not cheap out on something like this. Your plan is to sit out in the water that is deeper than your height. You don't want it sinking while you're in the middle of a body of water.
Swimming to shore with your pfd on wont be fun
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I would say craigslist. I got a 5 person avon for 350$. It's in great shape came with everything needed.
There are quite a few on good ol craigslist. people buy it, use it twice and sell it for half.
and then go there with cash and start negotiating.
Listen to this guy. Buy used Achilles or Avon made of hyppalon. For safety and comfort. Surely Craig list is your friend in this regards. Aquamarine is PVC made and not sturdy. I have seen them punctured easily on the rocky shores and transom rotted to nothing just in a 5-7 years of average use. I track used inflatables market and there is plenty of choices out there for a good hyppalon made boats.
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It could be a long wait for a Hypalon boat under $200.
I used to own this boat (bought at Costco) and it worked very well. The material was quite rugged for a low cost boat (better than many high priced PVC boats).
http://www.intexcorp.com/index.php/home/boats/pro-series/laminate-boats/68377e.html
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http://skagit.craigslist.org/boa/3622685799.html
There are deal to be had if you are looking for one.
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http://skagit.craigslist.org/boa/3622685799.html
There are deal to be had if you are looking for one.
Strange. Aquamarine doesn't have any boats listed at $280 MSRP. I have no idea what boat this is.
The Aquamarine 10' inflatable floor boat lists for $850 so it would be a screaming deal.
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It could be a long wait for a Hypalon boat under $200.
I used to own this boat (bought at Costco) and it worked very well. The material was quite rugged for a low cost boat (better than many high priced PVC boats).
http://www.intexcorp.com/index.php/home/boats/pro-series/laminate-boats/68377e.html
. I was thinking of this boat too but I live in Vancouver Bc and found many place and they dun hv it ,I tried to find it online but the shipping fee is costing more then the boat itself ,u know where can I get it in vancouver Bc?
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I haven't seen it recently. Here are some other options:
http://www.cabelas.ca/product/26610/intex-mariner-inflatable-boat-kit
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-2010-INTEX-SEAHAWK-II-RAFT-BOAT-SET-PADDLES-PUMP-/150468707968?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2308a24680
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I have a 9' ridgid hull zodiac i'll sell ya for $500 ?? no leaks with oars and pump
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A lot of inflatable choices thus a person has to do many hours of studying before buying.
PVC or hypalon ? $200 to "whatever".
Rib hull ( alum or fibreglass )
Experts say that 303 Protectant is a good product for all inflatables. ( buy at auto stores )
Some brands are Saturn, Marlon, Polaris, Caribe,Avon,AB,Brig,Highfield,Seamax,Maxxon,Titan,Achilles,Sea Bright,Grand (deep V) Quicksilver,Bombard,Walker Bay,Cholamark,Salter,Mercury,Sea Eagle,Sevylor,Westcan,Zodiac,Rubber Duck,Duras,Max on & on...plus the "whatever" number made in China...
AB,Achilles,Highfield,Walker Bay,Polaris,Zodiac,Avon, ( even Sea Bright has a 8ft 6 in Orca Hypalon for $1599.) & others have caught my attention.
Some set ups look like fun boats with a 15 HP ,steering wheel rib hull...
Check out their FAQ if ya go to the brand site.
Good info in the " answers".
Went to the 2013 Vancouver International Boat Show in part to view the Arima & C Dory boats.
The boat show website mentioned the two boats but the dealers did not bring them to BC Place.
Website should be improved as if they mention Arima & C Dory then the boats should be there !!!
The 16 ft C Dory is a "neat boat" as it has a HT. but would not like to be in too rough water with it via hull design.
Regardless, really enjoyed looking at the many set ups, models, & brands of inflatables at the show.
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It could be a long wait for a Hypalon boat under $200.
I used to own this boat (bought at Costco) and it worked very well. The material was quite rugged for a low cost boat (better than many high priced PVC boats).
http://www.intexcorp.com/index.php/home/boats/pro-series/laminate-boats/68377e.html
I used to own it too. In fact, I still have one in the old country.
It makes a nice summer beach boat. Definitely not a year-round fishing vessel.
Not even close to commercial grade PVC.
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Are you kidding me? 200-300 bucks for a new inflatable boat?
Like, a real inflatable boat with a floor, seats, transom and oars?
Only unsafe and disposable junk can be had at that price point. You don't even want to go there, trust me. Spend at least twice that much and get yourself something worthwhile that will last you many years and keep you safe on the water.
Many of us have bought Aquamarine boats (http://aquamarineboat.com/) and we couldn't be happier.
They are located in Richmond, so you can pick the boat up yourself and avoid shipping expenses. Customer service is top-notch and the quality of the boats - especially the new generation - is excellent.
Call them and ask for Michael. He's an awesome guy and more than willing to accommodate new customers.
I agree, good points, safety is of the utmost importance...
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Inflatables are inherently massively safer than tin boats since you can't flip them, you can't fall and hit your head on the gunwale and knock yourself out, and they really can't be swamped.
I have limped to shore when one of the major chambers blew out on a rubber dinghy - my ankles didn't even get wet. All inflatable boats have multiple chambers and I've never heard of multiple chambers failing simultaneously.
As long as you're not running rivers or tackling large stillwaters like Sheridan (true of any small boat) pretty much any inflatable will be perfectly safe. The difference between these cheap boats and a low cost PVC boat like Aquamarine is really just abrasion resistance. You must get wet to launch a cheap boat and it can never touch the shore with weight in it.
Keep a patching kit on hand and don't do anything stupid (i.e. don't smoke in an inflatable) and you'll be fine.
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do u need a lience for a inflatable boat?
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If you use a motor you need an Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
If the motor is 10hp or higher you need to licence your boat.
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how u get the pleasure craft operator card? thank you
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http://www.boaterexam.com/canada/
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how u get the pleasure craft operator card? thank you
You write it on line and then when you fail it doesnt let you log back in and then you phone the nice lady at BoaterCanada and explain to her that you have been trying to log back onto your acct. for 3 days.
She then puts you on hold and then comes back and says,Congratulations Mr. so and so,you just passed the Safe Boater exam.
Or at least,that was my experience. :o
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http://www.boaterexam.com/canada/
thank you
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You write it on line and then when you fail it doesnt let you log back in and then you phone the nice lady at BoaterCanada and explain to her that you have been trying to log back onto your acct. for 3 days.
She then puts you on hold and then comes back and says,Congratulations Mr. so and so,you just passed the Safe Boater exam.
Or at least,that was my experience. :o
i see , thank you
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I agree, good points, safety is of the utmost importance...
Kind of a late reply, but they are not bad at all for small lakes. I use a Seahawk 4 and 38lb thrust Minn Kota and fish just fine year round. As far as safety is concerned, they have three separate air chambers, with 30mm puncture resistant PVC. It holds me and the ol lady, and the floor is stable enough to hold my massive group 31 Nautilus battery without issue.
The boat is under $100 at Walmart, and I have a large duffel bag with wheels to transport all of my gear into a small car. For the portability/cost, it is not a bad option for someone who cannot spend $1000 on a high-end pontoon boat.
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I got the Intex Seahawk II on Amazon.com. I think the quality is great for the price and only takes me 10 mins to setup. Ive compared this boat to the local stores' inflatables and it seems to be more durable in material and sturdy. Fortunately i purchased it for only $130 including shipping and tax but it seems that they bumped up the price. Check it out!
http://www.amazon.com/Intex-Seahawk-II-Boat-Set/dp/B00177J4XO/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1375935351&sr=8-6&keywords=intex+boat+seahawk (http://www.amazon.com/Intex-Seahawk-II-Boat-Set/dp/B00177J4XO/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1375935351&sr=8-6&keywords=intex+boat+seahawk)