Have you recently purchased a Rigid Inflatable Boat with an aluminum floor and need help setting it up? Well, you're in luck! Here at Boat Specialists, we know our customers are eager to get that new boat out on the water and have come up with a short instructional video to ease the setup process and get you boating in no time!
In this video, we are using the popular Zodiac Cadet 270, however, most aluminum floor boats from tried and true brands like Zodiac, Achilles, and AB inflatable, will follow these same guidelines. All of these roll-up boats will come with oars, a pump, repair kit and storage bag.
The Zodiac Cadet Aluminum Series are ultra-light portable tenders that are easy to handle while supplying plenty of space and utility for all your inflatable boating needs. The large diameter tubes ensure stability and the capability to plane quickly (with proper hp) and efficiently while everything in your boat remains safe and dry. With its sectional floor and inflatable keel the boat can easily be handled and stowed when not in use making this the perfect choice for those looking for a tender to compliment their center console or yacht but have limited storage space.
The 270 Cadet (8'10) is the perfect size for up to 4 people. It is small enough to pack up and store in a sail boat with limited storage or can used on davits as a quick access tender. The 270 size is also nimble enough to setup and take down with 1 person. The aluminum floor provides a strong and steady platform for fishing, coolers and dive gear. The 270 can handle up to a 8hp short shaft outboard motor which will move the boat around just fine for ship to shore transport. The Cadet Aluminum is also available in 10ft and 11ft sizes. Built out of PVC when taken care of this boat should last most 5-10 years.
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