The Best Inflatable Pontoon Boats for You and Yours

April 7, 2008

There are many brand names and different styles of inflatable pontoon boats. Depending on the amount of money that you wish to spend, these watercraft can be simple or very luxurious. There are several well-known brands that are available in most areas.

The manufacturer Classic makes several models of inflatable pontoon boats. One of their models is the Cimarron Pontoon Boat Royal/ Silver. It is priced from $196.00 to $245.00 and is perfect for a fishing trip on lakes and other still water. This pontoon has a comfortable padded seat and backrest that conforms to your body while a metal seat frame provides leverage for rowing. It also has adjustable foot rests that can be moved to accommodate any leg length. It comes with a stripping apron that allows entering and exiting without unclipping. There are plenty of storage areas available. There is a cooler-sized back storage platform as well as armrest storage areas that contain a large middle pocket, two sloped gear pockets, and an outside pocket made of mesh. This inflatable pontoon boat is ideal for fishing or boating on excursions of longer duration.

Classic also manufactures the Classic Arrow Backpacker Pontoon Boat. This entire boat and its pump fit into a compact 42 lb. backpack so you can carry it to any isolated spot that you would want to. The pontoons are 8 ft. long with a nylon outer cover and have cold-and heat resistant PVC bladders. It is equipped with a padded rowing seat and walk-through footrests that can be adjusted to any length. It also has storage in the armrests and sloped gear pockets and outside mesh pockets for drinks. It does not, however, have the cooler-size storage that some of the other models have. The assembly of this pontoon boat requires no tools.  At the price of $245, this may be more along the lines what you are looking for.

If you are interested in a more elaborate inflatable pontoon boat, there are some great inflatable pontoon boats with sturdier components. Most of these boats do not fit in a backpack and are more expensive than their lightweight counterparts. One such craft is the Trout Unlimited Colorado XT Pontoon. This model has two large detachable pockets for storage that combine to create a gear bag. The vinyl bladders of the pontoon are supported by a sturdy steel frame. A stripping basket attaches to both sides of the boat. It comes with a transportation wheel that stores under the seat when you are not using it and an adjustable anchor system and mount. Priced around $500, this boat combines a more elaborate design at a reasonable price.

For about $650, you could purchase a Cabela’s Fish Cat Panther Pontoon Boat. Because of a quad tube design with a 10” low-profile, 900-denier PVC pontoons, this is an ideal boat for shallow water as low as 3”.The aluminum frame separates into seven different pieces and has a cargo deck with a motor mount. It has 7 ft oars and a front pull-anchor system with a jam cleat. This boat also has numerous storage areas. This may sound like the ideal boat for you if you wish to use your inflatable pontoon boat for fishing.

One of the more expensive boats that you may be interested in is the Skyomish Sunrise Pontoon Boat at approximately $1000. The aircraft aluminum frame assembles quickly without the need for any tools. The boat is only 60” wide and fits easily into the back of a standard-sized pickup. It comes with padded seats as well as 7 ft oars, two built-in rod holders, and a lean bar system for safe and easy standing while fishing. This system converts into armrests when not being used. It also comes with an anchor system.

One of the most expensive inflatable pontoon boats on the market is the North Fork Outdoor McKenzie Drifter 2-Person Pontoon Boat priced at approximately $1,600. It has many of the same features as the Skyomish model, except that the oars are 8-ft. long and the rod holders are fully insulated and can be used as coolers. It also has an internal anchor system.

These are just a few of the many models of inflatable pontoon boats that are available. All of these rated high in customer reviews that are listed on the Internet. You may want to research on your own to find the ideal boat for you. These models can serve you as a starting point in your quest for your perfect inflatable pontoon boat.

See Also: Zodiac Inflatable Boats

About The Author:
Cara Kelley is a successful author and regular contributor to best-inflatable-boats.com.