When choosing a vehicle for moving on water, the question inevitably arises: what should be the bottom of a PVC boat. It is important to correctly take into account all the pros and cons so that the boat is as controllable, stable as possible, is not afraid of accidental reinforcement or sharp stones, and at the same time does not become an unbearable load on a hike.
PVC boats with inflatable bottom
The inflatable bottom is most often used in boats; it is the best option for small fishing trips or walks in the reservoir. The inflatable bottom can be low or high pressure. The first is filled with air using a conventional pump and is comparable to a swimming mattress. It easily squeezes under the weight of a person. The main advantage of the low pressure inflatable bottom is the ability to increase the boat's carrying capacity, low thermal conductivity, which is important when fishing in the cold season.
The high pressure inflatable bottom is a rigid structure. It practically does not squeeze under the load, it is a durable and light deck. Such a PVC boat bottom can be removable, as well as reinforced with additional profiles along the edges. Longitudinal seams act as stiffeners, forming a strong frame. You can also buy a bottom for a PVC boat to increase its maneuverability and increase deadweight.
Rigid Bottom PVC Boats
The hard bottom significantly increases the stability of the boat and its handling. It can be made of plastic, less often aluminum. Its main advantage is reliability and excellent protection from fittings, accidental nails or sharp reeds that are found in any body of water. Unlike PVC boats with an inflatable bottom, these models do not need to be loaded to obtain stability and improve seakeeping qualities.
In such a boat, you can stand at full height and at the same time throw the tackle. Most models are not afraid of frosts, it is possible to fish in them until the beginning of freeze-up. The disadvantage of a PVC boat with a plastic bottom is a relatively large weight, it will have to be carried by two or three people, and the place can only be reached by car.
