Checking for leaks in your inflatable boat is a process that needs to be done first time you use your boat after months in storage or if you suspect that your inflatable has leaks. Inflate your boat hard. Make sure it is clean so that its surface has no sand or dirt on it. Pour 2 to 3 ounces of liquid soap and an equal amount of water in a container. Apply with a 2-inch brush the soap solution over the seams of the boat. If...more
The hard parts of an inflatable boat are the wooden and metal parts. Take care to clean these parts with stiff brush and soap. If there are scratches and abrasions that are deep enough to penetrate the hard parts, then you need to repair any break in the finish to control damage.Wood PartsBreaks on the wooden parts admit water that will warp and rot the wood. There are two types of finishing for the wooden part of a boat: ...more
Leaving your inflatable boat in the water for more than a few days is a sure indication that marine growth will prosper at the bottom fabric. Regular bottom paints will not do so well because they will not adhere well to the fabric. Thick paints are just "too thick" to allow for easy storage without cracking the paint. Thinning the paint is out of the question as though the boat will deflate and store well, it will not be free from marine growth. There are paints that leech an active ingredient like cuprous oxide in the water but they are ineffective when dry. They are also quite messy to handle.There are plenty of paint manufacturers who have come out with bottom paints for inflatable boats. The application is two step and starts with the application of a primer coat then followed with superior quality cuprous-oxide bottom paint.The primer is called Hy-Grip and should be applied after the bottom has been thoroughly clean. First, wash the bottom with soap and water to strip the marine growth after which scrub the bottom with solvent on Hypalon boats and MEK (methyl ethyl ketone) on PVC boats. It is best that no trace of oxidation is evident on the bottom of...more
Forget about vinyl peel-and-stick numbers as they will not stick on Hypalon or PVC for long. The vinyl numbers will stick alright but, be ready to install a new one after a few months or so especially if you fold your inflatable boat for stowing. Your best option is to buy glue-on numbers that were manufactured especially for...more
A boat is a really fun thing to own. It can be used to go fishing for a day, to go water skiing, or it's also nice to just take it out and sit on the lake for a day and relax. However, one issue that many people have when they own a boat is that they don't know where to store it when it's not being used. Boats don't get used every single day for...more
One of the best ways of making the most of Maltas pristine sea is by spending the entire day lazing about on a boat. Now if you happen to be fortunate enough to own a personal luxury yacht, good for you. However if you count yourself among the demographic of people that does not, youre going to have to charter a boat.Doing this in Malta can make for a truly fun experience that may well end up being one of the highlights of your stay. Usually when you hire a boat, you will need to be a party of at least ten or so making it very much a social event. If you are holidaying with friends or family, this would be the opportunity for you all to bond over a great day together. If on the other hand youre going solo, you might be obliged to recruit some new friends. Unless you are feeling very rich.A chartered boat will take you on a tour that will typically last for the best part of a day. The boats captain will pick you up from a pre-determined venue and take you through various beauty spots, usually focusing around the Island of Comino. The boat will stop at popular inlets and bays such as the Blue Lagoon where anyone aboard will have the opportunity to jump into the sea if they...more
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Oh, what a life! Seven days a week of gentle relaxation watching the world go by as you sip a never-ending supply of gin and tonics from the comfort of your luxurious floating home. That's the dream but not quite the reality. Finding A...more
I have heard people enjoying Paris walking the streets, sitting at bistros, staring awestruck at the Eiffel tower amongst others. Little did I know that Paris offered another surprise which in comparison is no less to the wonders of the world? That...more
Epoxy has fast become the boat builder's weapon of choice! It is a glue/sealant that is used to both hold parts of the boat together, as well as provide a level of waterproofing. As with anything these days, there is a massive range of...more
Wood boat restoration can be a lengthy, labor intensive task. Depending on the condition of your boat and who is doing the restoration, it is a project that can last anywhere from a few weeks to a few years. Without at least a...more