While it is possible to fit three adults, two will fit more comfortably. Assembly is fairly easy and takes about minutes for one person. For added strength and durability, the manufacturer has even quadruple overlapped most of the seams during construction. The BSA380 also has three air chambers and a one-way drain valve.
I’ve also seen a tip to turn the boat over and use a sheet of clear plastic. They say to trace it about an inch or inch and a half inside that seam with a sharpie on the plastic. I designed mine to be in 3 pieces so they can fit in the trunk of my Model 3. If you have room to carry the whole floor board around, you can have a much sturdier floor board.
Airhead is known for producing some of the best inflatable towable tubes and this inflatable boat proves they have another winner on their hands. It’s a great option for fishermen who don’t have the money to spend on a regular boat. The boat will take up to a 10hp outboard motor but most users match it up to one of the many excellent electric trolling motors by the same company. The Dana is USCG approved, but it must be registered if you add a motor.
They do provide support for their products, which is good to know and provides peace of mind. You can even buy replacements part directly on their site. So in case you lose the Boston valve or the fishing rod sleeve, you can order replacements from Intex. You’ll find a lot of people installing a pair of swivel chairs that have folding backs to their Excursion by simply bolting the seats into tiny plywood pieces on the floor. Of course, this will require handyman skills and a bit of effort and improvisation. This is a very popular mod for the Excursion 5, since it can turn the boat into a sensibly priced fishing boat.
The BRIS “Fish Hunter” inflatable boat is as close as you’ll get to the durability of a conventional rigid boat with all the benefits of an inflatable. It’s made out of premium materials and the quality shows. If your budget allows, THIS intex frame pool is the inflatable boat to get. The boat has a robust molecular structure that makes it extra resistant against impact and sun damage. The Mariner has been designed with four Boston valves to allow for faster inflation and deflation.
Much of this is thanks to the Boston Valves that are included on board. The Excursion 5 from Intex is extremely large and extremely affordable. This boat is made for calm waters and recreational activities, it’s not something you would want in a class 3 rapid.
It only takes two people to paddle the Intex Excursion 5 kayak. People who have purchased this kayak have gone so far as to install a plywood floor and maybe some carpeting. While this makes for even more comfort, it does make this inflatable kayak longer to be inflated and out on the water.