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AADIVER
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Initially Posted - 08/25/2006 :  12:46:03  Show Profile  Visit AADIVER's Homepage
Just ordered a Seyvelor inflatable:

Especially designed for fishermen. Accepts a 2.5 HP gas motor at the stern and Sevylor's 12-Volt motor at the bow or stern. It has 2 fishing rod holders, 1 small gear bag, 1 battery pouch, plenty of tie downs and grablines, and 4 drain plugs. It has Boston safety valves, swivel oarlocks, chafing pads and 2 inflatable seats. Has a maximum weight capacity of 4 people or 700 lbs. Has a maximum HP of 2.5. Measures: 9' 2'' X 4' 6''. Weighs: 30 lbs

However, its material is PVC. What's the best product available to apply for UV etc. protection? Thanks.
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Response Posted - 08/25/2006 :  14:48:05  Show Profile
I have a mooring neighbour with one of those. he has a cammo cover that gives the boat additional stiffness and also acts as a UV protector.
He told me that without the cover, the boat was too soft, consequently he had difficulty keeping it on course.
When he first got it he rowed it, but again, it was very difficult to keep on course, so then he bought a little electric trolling motor and now he's happy with it.
So, if third hand info carries any weight - the suggestion is that the nylon cammo cover is important for this PVC boat.
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AADIVER
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Response Posted - 08/25/2006 :  15:59:52  Show Profile  Visit AADIVER's Homepage
The inflatablesstore.com where I bought the HF360 has a Boat Boot for it: $89.00. This product is much cheaper:
"303 Aerospace Protectant™ “SPF 40 Sunscreen…For Your Stuff”™ Unsurpassed UV-screening protection! Quickly and easily restores a “like-new” color, luster & gloss. Easy application. Just spray on & wipe dry. Not greasy or oily. Repels dust, soiling and staining. Treated surfaces stay cleaner, longer. Lasts 4 to 10 times longer than other products."
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OLarryR
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Response Posted - 08/25/2006 :  17:43:46  Show Profile  Visit OLarryR's Homepage
I have had a Sevylor Tahiti Classic Canoe (for two) for many years. But I do not leave it outside. It normally sits folded up in my garage. I have yet to use it with my Catalina but when I get a chance, probably for an overnighter, I will bring it along half inflated and then inflate it the rest of the way when I actually use it.

I know this info is not helping you one bit regarding a cover but just thought I would post some trivia regarding my experiences. The inflatable has an indicator on each side that is sort of a measuring device for when the inflatable is getting too hot and over-inflated. If the material inside a plastic window indicates the fabric is being stretched too much, then it is time to let out some air. For many years , we rarely used the inflatable because it did not track very well and much time wasted in keeping the canoe on target. However, the material is strong and we allowed our kids to use it at the Outerbank's beaches - in the waves. Never had a leak.

A year or so ago, I came across someone's posting regarding the tracking issue and lo and behold, Sevylor sells a skeg that retrofits all the canoes back to day one. It cost me about $15 and attaches under the flap at one end or the other. Now the canoe is very usable as a canoe - tracks fine ! The skeg is not always sold in the sporting goods stores and so few know that one is made for these canoes. The skeg completely changes the usability.
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