What are the uses and advantages of inflatable canoes?
A. Inflatable canoes have considerable appeal for certain uses. When folded they are quite compact and their weight – about twenty to thirty pounds – makes them ideal for toting to remote fishing waters or for storage in today’s small car trunks. The better-quality versions are made of heavy-duty vinyl-coated polyester, or PVC, with multiple air compartments (so if one compartment springs a leak, you still have some flotation). Restrictions include speed, since inflatables are relatively slow, and they have minimal carrying capacity. Repair kits are a must on most trips. Also, you will want to have a foot pump to inflate the canoe before starting out.
