Best Inflatable Dinghy UK

Nowadays, there's a huge range of choice when it comes to purchasing an inflatable dinghy; whether that be size, material, floor type, and even colour - the options are endless. But what's the best? We'll start by looking at what makes a great dinghy.

What makes a great inflatable dinghy?

A great inflatable dinghy possesses several key qualities that contribute to its overall excellence. Firstly, exceptional durability is crucial to withstand the rigours of the marine environment. The dinghy should be constructed using a high-quality fabric, such as PVC or Hypalon as both are resistant to punctures, abrasions, and UV damage. Secondly, superior stability is essential for safe and comfortable navigation. A well-designed inflatable keel or floor, along with multiple air chambers, ensures excellent stability, even in rough waters.

Additionally, a reliable and efficient inflation system enables quick and hassle-free setup. Portability is another important aspect, as a great inflatable dinghy should be lightweight and compact when deflated for easy transportation and storage. Lastly, features like sturdy oarlocks, comfortable seating, ample storage options, and convenient accessories, such as lifting handles and towing D-rings, enhance usability and versatility. By combining durability, stability, portability, and thoughtful design elements, a great inflatable dinghy offers a reliable and enjoyable boating experience.

Best Inflatable Dinghy

Based on our own experiences and feedback from customers, the best inflatable dinghy is Seago's Go Lite inflatable dinghy.

Available in three sizes (2.3m, 2.5m and 2.7m), the tender is made from 1100 decitex 850g PVC fabric which is extremely lightweight, yet offers excellent strength and robustness. Thanks to its lack of weight (2.3m only weighs 18.5kg), the lightweight inflatable dinghy is super easy to transport, which is helped by the included carry backpack.

Seago are a safety brand at heart - having produced a leading range of life jackets and life rafts for many years. This is reflected in the addition of rope grab lines which can be used to hold onto when travelling, or to aid a recovery in a man overboard situation.

The inflatable dinghy has an integrated air floor which offers superior comfort and handling - especially in comparison with slatted floor inflatable dinghies. As there are no heavy wooden slats, the air floor also saves weight.

Conclusion

Deciding the best inflatable dinghy ultimately comes down to your requirements. For example, an air deck inflatable dinghy will offer more stability than the Seago Go Lite dinghy - but at the cost of more weight. In actual fact, Seago's Air Deck 2.7m Inflatable Dinghy weighs twice as much as Seago Go Lite 2.7m Inflatable Dinghy, so will be far less easy to transport. Whilst if you're looking for a cheap and cheerful dinghy, it may be worth going for a slatted floor inflatable dinghy, as these are often the most cost-effective options. If you're unsure which inflatable dinghy is most suited to your requirements, we highly recommend checking out our inflatable dinghy guide.

We sell a leading range of inflatable dinghies from the industry's most trusted brands, including Talamex dinghies, WavEco dinghies, Waveline dinghies and of course Seago dinghies.

The inflatable dinghy is available for purchase from Pirates Cave Chandlery with UK mainland next working day (subject to stock availability).

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