subject: Types of Inflatable Boats: Soft Tails or Dinghies [print this page] There is nothing mysterious about soft tails. They are actually small inflatable boats that were formerly called dinghies. However, soft tails are not only used as dinghies as they have other uses too. In the world of small inflatable boats, soft tails are regarded as serious boats.
Soft tails are made of two tubes or chambers with an inflatable seat as the third component. These boats are designed for paddling or rowing since they do not have transoms. However, there are bigger and sturdier models that could carry a small outboard fixed on a bracket though it is not always a guarantee that the outboard will stay fixes especially when there is too much load.
Soft tails are perfect tenders for yachts and cruising boats that do not have the space to stow regular rigid boat aboard. Soft tails are also options instead of towing a dinghy astern. A soft tail inflatable boat is the perfect choice for people who love the sea and sand that they want a boat. A soft tail is the perfect choice for boat-lovers who do not have the space to store a traditional rigid boat.
A soft tail boat is stable enough to serve as a good fishing and diving platform. It is also an all-around inflatable boat that you can inflate and deflate with ease as you lug it to camping and swimming trips.
Available in different materials, the cost of a soft tail depends on its size and material used. The ones made of heavy-duty PVC (unreinforced) are not soft tails but rather play boats. You should look for a soft tail made of reinforced fabrics coated with Hypalon or PVC like the Sevylor Caravelle. Price range is from $150 to $1,200.
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