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| Author: | Lorisnas [ Mon Aug 14, 2017 7:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | i14t Durability and inflation methods |
We have owned a seaeagle PaddleSki inflatable for about ten years and used it a lot on lakes, rivers and the ocean. We have never had to patch it or replace anything on the boat. We even used it in 18 degree weather on a river at Christmas. We also have a 2016 Hobie Outfitter-tandem that we really like. However, a recent RV purchase prevents us from being able to haul the Hobie when hauling the RV. We are considering selling the Outfitter for the i14t. Several reviews state that the Hobie inflatables have items fall off that have to be put back on (not sure how) and they require patches often. How likely would it be to get seven to ten years out of the i14t without any repairs? Also, the hand pump is arduous, can a foot pump be used to inflate the i14t? |
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| Author: | HStrech [ Tue Aug 15, 2017 10:13 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: i14t Durability and inflation methods |
The length of time you'll get out of a Hobie inflatable kayak totally depends on how you treat it and how you store it. Kind of hard to put a number on it, but it should last you quite some time if you don't store it inflated and you're careful to not drag the kayak or run it into obstacles, etc.  I'm sure others will chime in on the longevity of their inflatables.
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