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From Personal Belly Boats To High Performance Racers An Overview Of Inflatable Boats
By C.J. Gustafson

Inflatable boats, also called rubber boats or dinghies, have been around in one form or another for thousands of years. They now come in many different sizes and models and include inflatable kayaks, sport boats, and inflatable catamarans. Their versatility and relatively low cost have contributed to their popularity, and more and more water enthusiasts are discovering the advantages of owing an inflatable boat.

Evolution of the Inflatable Boat

Historical records indicate that the first inflatable boats were animal skins filled with air. Over the years, many cultures have created various versions of inflatable watercraft, and in 1839,...
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In the News

Matthew Hyde to Succeed Geoff Eisenberg as President and Chief Executive Officer of West Marine
WATSONVILLE, Calif. -- West Marine, Inc. , the largest specialty retailer of boating supplies and accessories, today announced the company's Board of Directors has named Matthew Hyde, 49, President and ... Read More ...

National Marine Manufacturers Association Annual Statistical Report Shows Improving U.S. Recreational Boating Industry
CHICAGO, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) today announced that in 2011 U.S. retail sales for recreational boats, accessories and marine services increased ... Read More ...

Boating industry appears to be rebounding, finally
Retail sales increase for first time in five years Read More ...

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